“With science under attack in Washington, D.C... Dr. Pan’s presence in Congress would be a step toward opposing Trump and Robert F. Kennedy Jr.”

Endorsements

  • AFSCME Endorses Dr. Pan

    American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees

    “Dr. Richard Pan doesn’t just talk about standing with working people - he delivers” said Alia Griffing, Political Director of AFSCME California. “He has a proven record of fighting for affordable health care, safe workplaces, and economic security for all Californians. At a moment when the cost of living is soaring and working families are under attack, Californians need a fighter like Dr. Pan in Washington which is why AFSCME is proud to endorse Dr. Pan for Congress.”

  • California Labor Federation Endorses Dr. Pan

    California Federation of Labor Unions, AFL-CIO

    “Dr. Richard Pan has always stood with workers – not just in words, but in action,” said Lorena Gonzalez, President of the California Federation of Labor Unions, AFL-CIO, “From expanding access to affordable health care to supporting the right to organize, he has delivered real results for working families. We’re proud to make him our sole endorsement in CA-06 because we know he will continue to fight for workers in Congress.”

  • California Federation of Teachers Endorses Dr. Pan

    California Federation of Teachers

    “Dr. Richard Pan has spent his career standing up for children, families, and public education,” said Jeffery Freitas, CFT President. “As a pediatrician, educator, and legislator, he understands that strong schools depend on healthy students, supported educators and classified staff, and communities where families can thrive. CFT is proud to endorse Dr. Pan for Congress because he has the experience, values, and record to deliver for California’s students and working families.”

  • California Teachers Association Endorses Dr. Pan

    California Teachers Association

    “Dr. Pan has been a steadfast partner to educators in the Legislature, working to protect student health and ensure our schools have the support they need,” said CTA President David Goldberg “California’s educators know he will bring that same commitment to Washington.”

  • California School Employees Association Endorses Dr. Pan

    California School Employees Association

    “The California School Employees Association and our quarter million members proudly endorse Dr. Richard Pan for U.S. Congress. He understands that when we invest in students, we strengthen our entire future. Strong public schools depend on the dedicated classified employees who serve students every day, and Dr. Pan has consistently stood up for safe campuses, healthy learning environments, and the resources students need to thrive. He is the champion our students, schools, and members need in Washington, D.C.,”  said Adam Weinberger, President of the California School Employees Association.

  • Equality California Endorses Dr. Pan

    Equality California

    “Now more than ever, we need to elect pro-equality leaders with proven track records who have shown clear and consistent support for LGBTQ+ people and who understand what is at stake,” said Equality California Executive Director Tony Hoang. “In the legislature, Dr. Pan fought to improve access to healthcare for LGBTQ+ Californians. Throughout his career, he has stood with our community, and we are proud to stand with him.”

  • International Association of Fire Fighters Endorses Dr. Pan

    International Association of Fire Fighters

    “Dr. Richard Pan has spent his career standing up for the health and safety of our communities,” said Trevor Jamison, President of the Sacramento Area Firefighters. “When local governments faced budget deficits, Dr. Pan secured federal funding to keep neighborhood fire stations open. We know he will continue to fight for the resources and protections our communities deserve in Congress.”

  • Teamsters Joint Council 7 Endorses Dr. Pan

    International Brotherhood of Teamsters - Joint Council 7

    “Dr. Richard Pan has consistently stood with working people and understands the issues our members face every day,” said Dale Wentz, Principal Officer for Teamsters Local 150. “He has a proven record of delivering for workers and their families, and we are proud to endorse him for Congress.”

  • SEIU Endorses Dr. Pan

    Service Employees International Union

    “Dr. Richard Pan has consistently stood up for Californians as a union member, a pediatrician, and a legislator,” said Anica Walls, President of SEIU 1000 and Executive Board Member of SEIU California State Council. “He understands that every person deserves access to quality health care, safe workplaces, and economic security. SEIU California is proud to endorse Dr. Pan because he has a proven record of delivering real results for working people and their families.”

  • 314 Action Fund Endorses Dr. Pan

    314 Action Fund

    “Dr. Richard Pan has the expertise, knowledge, and experience needed to stand up to Trump and Republicans in Congress,” said Shaughnessy Naughton, President of 314 Action Fund. “Not only has Dr. Pan delivered real results for California families, but he’s taken on RFK Jr. twice after preventable disease outbreaks. There’s no one better equipped to meet this moment than Dr. Pan. As a Guardian of Public Health, he will deliver real results as he works to better the lives of everyone in the district. We’re proud to endorse Dr. Pan and look forward to supporting his campaign.” 

Organizations

Labor Unions

  • California Federation of Labor Unions, AFL-CIO
  • American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees (AFSCME)
  • California Conference of Machinists
  • California Federation of Teachers (CFT)
  • California Teachers Association (CTA)
  • California School Employees Association (CSEA)
  • International Association of Fire Fighters (IAFF)
  • International Brotherhood of Teamsters Joint Council 7
  • The International Union of Painters and Allied Trades Locals 1237, 767, and 487 (IUPAT)
  • National Education Association (NEA)
  • National Union of Healthcare Workers (NUHW)
  • Service Employees International Union (SEIU)

Advocacy Organizations

  • 314 Action Fund
  • American Academy of Pediatrics, California
  • California Armenian American Democrats
  • California Neurology Society
  • Coalition of Asian Pacific Americans (CAPA21)
  • Equality California
  • Healthcare for Action
  • Jewish Democrats of Greater Sacramento
  • Town & Country Democratic Club

Elected Officials

U.S. Congress

  • Rep. Jared Huffman (CA-02)
  • Rep. Mike Thompson (CA-04)
  • Rep. Ami Bera (CA-06)
  • Rep. Doris Matsui (CA-07)
  • Rep. John Garamendi (CA-08)
  • Rep. Mark DeSaulnier (CA-10)
  • Rep. Lateefah Simon (CA-12)
  • Rep. Adam Gray (CA-13)
  • Rep. Kevin Mullin (CA-15)
  • Rep. Sam Liccardo (CA-16)
  • Rep. Ro Khanna (CA-17)
  • Rep. Zoe Lofgren (CA-18)
  • Rep. Jimmy Panetta (CA-19)
  • Rep. Jim Costa (CA-21)
  • Rep. Salud Carbajal (CA-24)
  • Rep. Raul Ruiz (CA-25)
  • Rep. Julia Brownley (CA-26)
  • Rep. George Whitesides (CA-27)
  • Rep. Judy Chu (CA-28)
  • Rep. Luz Rivas (CA-29)
  • Rep. Laura Friedman (CA-30)
  • Rep. Gil Cisneros (CA-31)
  • Rep. Brad Sherman (CA-32)
  • Rep. Pete Aguilar (CA-33)
  • Rep. Jimmy Gomez (CA-34)
  • Rep. Norma Torres (CA-35)
  • Rep. Ted Lieu (CA-36)
  • Rep. Sydney Kamlager-Dove (CA-37)
  • Rep. Linda Sanchez (CA-38)
  • Rep. Mark Takano (CA-39)
  • Rep. Robert Garcia (CA-42)
  • Rep. Derek Tran (CA-45)
  • Rep. Lou Correa (CA-46)
  • Rep. Dave Min (CA-47)
  • Rep. Mike Levin (CA-49)
  • Rep. Scott Peters (CA-50)
  • Rep. Sara Jacobs (CA-51)
  • Rep. Yassamin Ansari (AZ-03)
  • Rep. Jill Tokuda (HI-02)
  • Rep. Raja Krishnamoorthi (IL-08)
  • Rep. Katherine Clark (MA-05)
  • Rep. Grace Meng (NY-06)
  • Rep. Hakeem Jeffries (NY-10)
  • Rep. Suhas Subramanyam (VA-10)
  • Rep. Suzan DelBene (WA-01)
  • Rep. Pramila Jayapal (WA-07)
  • Rep. Kim Schrier (WA-08)

State Elected Officials

  • Assembly Majority Leader Cecilia Aguiar-Curry
    Chair, California Legislative Women's Caucus
  • State Senator Josh Becker
    Chair, Senate Budget Subcommittee on Resources, Environmental Protection and Energy
  • State Senator Christopher Cabaldon
    Chair, Senate Privacy, Digital Technologies and Consumer Protection Committee
  • Former Assemblymember Paul Fong
    Former Chair, Asian Pacific Islander Legislative Caucus
  • Former Assemblymember Warren Furutani
    Former Chair, Asian Pacific Islander Legislative Caucus
  • Assemblymember Maggy Krell
  • State Senate Majority Leader Emeritus Bill Monning
  • Assemblymember Stephanie Nguyen
  • State Superintendent Tony Thurmond
  • State Senator Tom Umberg
    Chair, Senate Judiciary Committee
  • State Senator Dr. Akilah Weber Pierson
    Chair, Senate Health Committee; Chair, California Legislative Black Caucus

Local Elected Officials

  • Norma Alcala
    City Councilmember, West Sacramento
  • Sheila Allen
    Supervisor, Yolo County District 4
  • Karen Alvord
    Vice Mayor, Roseville
  • Dawnté Early
    City Councilmember, West Sacramento
  • Harold Fong
    Trustee, Sacramento County Board of Education
  • Eric Guerra
    City Councilmember, Sacramento
  • Jannette Hunt
    Trustee, Washington Unified School District
  • Christine Jefferson
    President, Twin Rivers Unified School District Board of Trustees
  • Sarah Kirby-Gonzalez
    Trustee, Washington Unified School District
  • Barbara Leary
    City Councilmember, Folsom
  • Caity Maple
    City Councilmember, Sacramento
  • Kevin McCarty
    Mayor, Sacramento
  • Porsche Middleton
    Vice Mayor, Citrus Heights
  • Phil Pluckebaum
    City Councilmember, Sacramento
  • Rebecca Sandoval
    Vice President, Twin Rivers Unified School District Board of Trustees
  • Heidi Sanborn
    Board Member, SMUD
  • Phil Serna
    Supervisor, Sacramento County
  • Verna Sulpizio Hull
    Mayor Pro Tem, West Sacramento
  • Karina Talamantes
    Vice Mayor, Sacramento
  • Dave Tamayo
    Board President, SMUD
  • Katherine Villegas
    Former Trustee, Washington Unified School District
  • Oscar Villegas
    Supervisor, Yolo County District 1
  • Jackie Wong
    Trustee, Washington Unified School District

Public Health Leaders

  • Dr. Tomás Aragón
    Former Director and State Public Health Officer, California Department of Public Health
  • Dr. Nadine Burke Harris
    Former California Surgeon General
  • Dr. Paul Offit
    Public Health Expert and Former FDA Vaccine Advisory Committee Member
  • Dr. Stanley Plotkin
    Vaccine Scientist and Developer of the Rubella Vaccine
  • Dr. Deborah Wexler
    Public Health Physician and Executive Director, Immunization Action Coalition

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