Michelle Tennell 9/8/26 Michelle Tennell 9/8/26

2026 Endorsements

The Stanislaus County Democratic Central Committee (SCDCC) has announced its endorsed candidates and local ballot measures for the November 3, 2026, election

…backing community leaders committed to making Stanislaus County a more affordable, accountable, and prosperous place to live.

The endorsements span cities and local districts throughout Stanislaus County, including candidates for city councils, school boards, the Modesto Irrigation District, and Yosemite Community College District, as well as support for local ballot measures in Ceres, Modesto, and Waterford.

“Our local elections are about the issues people experience every day,” said Larry Bolton, Chair of the Elections Subcommittee for the Stanislaus County Democratic Central Committee. “We need to invest in our schools and make sure every child has the opportunity to succeed. We need safe, reliable water without rates becoming an unnecessary burden on working families. And we need a local government that is transparent, accountable, and focused on delivering for the people it serves. Above all, we need to make sure that families who have built their lives here can still afford to live here.”

Bolton continued, “Our endorsed candidates have stepped forward because they believe in serving their communities and solving problems. We are proud to support them and encourage voters to learn about these local races, make their voices heard, and vote this November.”

Local Leadership Has a Direct Impact

National politics may dominate the news, but many of the decisions that most directly affect residents are made locally.

School boards determine how communities invest in education. Local water agencies make decisions that affect the reliability and affordability of a basic necessity. City councils shape neighborhoods, services, development, and the cost of living. Local elected officials have a responsibility to be transparent about how public resources are spent and accountable to the residents they represent.

The SCDCC's endorsements reflect these priorities.

Statement from Victor Azevedo Costa, Chair of the Stanislaus County Democratic Central Committee: “These endorsements represent our belief that local government should work for the people who live here. That means strong public schools, safe and affordable water, responsible stewardship of taxpayer dollars, and leaders who are willing to answer to their constituents. It also means confronting the affordability challenges facing families across our county. The SCDCC makes endorsements in both partisan and nonpartisan local races, and we encourage voters to learn more about the candidates and measures appearing on their ballots.

Get the list of endorsements here.

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Let’s Do This!

The huge number of calls and emails that have been flooding in show that enthusiasm is high in Stanislaus County. We’re so glad that you’re here and look forward to working with you to get Kamala Harris elected in November - along with a great slate of candidates for Congress, State Assembly, and local races. We look forward to introducing you to all of our candidates over the next few newsletters.

Some of the most common questions (and their answers) that are coming in to our volunteers are:

“How can I confirm that I’m registered to vote?” or “I moved/changed my name and want to register to vote.” or “I turn 18 soon, and want to be sure that I can vote in November.”

First, thank you for being a voter! The quickest way to check your voter registration information or to register to vote is to go to https://registertovote.ca.gov/. You can also call the Stanislaus County Registrar of Voters at (209) 525-5200.

“How can I get get involved/volunteer/join a club/make phone calls…”

There’s so many ways to get involved. Just click over to https://standems.org/events-page to see all the current volunteer opportunities, club meetings, and more. This calendar will be updated as new events are added.

You can also stop by the California Democratic Party’s regional campaign office at 1216 I Street, Modesto.