I have known Elen for the past decade and find her to be a talented and passionate progressive worthy of representing the Democratic Party in CA. She has my complete support.””
Anthony Portantino
CA Senator, 25th District
Throughout her career, Elen has invested her time and energy into empowering the community, with great results. When she is elected to the Central Committee, I am confident that Elen will continue to be a champion for social justice.”
David Ryu
LA City Councilmember District 4
As our former Executive Director and long-time ANCA activist and leader, we are proud to endorse Elen. We are certain that Elen will continue to be a strong advocate for the rights and interests of the Armenian-American community throughout the campaign and after she is elected, ensuring that our concerns are addressed within the formulation of the Democratic Party platform.”
ANCA Western Region
She is committed to supporting equity for all in her community and I am proud to endorse her candidacy.”
Andra Hoffman
LA City College Board of Trustees President
I’m proud to endorse Elen. Her long term leadership in advocating for Democratic issues and candidates uniquely qualifies her to serve on the Central Committee. She has been a positive force in Glendale and for our GUSD students, who have benefited greatly form the various scholarship, internship, and fellowship programs she initiated.”
Jennifer Freemon
Glendale Board of Education President
Elen has dedicated her career to empowering and lifting up voices throughout our community and she will be a strong advocate for our progressive values as a representative in the Democratic Party. I am proud to endorse Elen.”
Shant Sahakian
Glendale Board of Education Member
Elen is our best choice for the Democratic County Central Committee. Elen's commitment and passion for the Democratic Party and its progressive values is unmatched. I have seen Elen's dedication and talent first-hand. She is a strong advocate for justice and will lead the County Central Committee in the right direction!”
Nayiri Nahabedian
Glendale Board of Education Member
I am so proud of Elen’s commitment to hands-on, transparent and collaborative relations between faculty, parents and students in the educational process. Elen understands the importance of removing common barriers to student learning and I have no doubt that she will continue to pave the path to college for our students, regardless of their race or financial background.”
Scott Schmerelson
LA Unified School District Board of Education Member
I have worked with Elen for several years. She is a wonderful, organized and hard-working individual and I have solid confidence that she will lead our students, schools, and teachers in the right direction.”
Ann Ransford
Glendale Community College Board of Trustees President
I've know Elen for nearly 20 years and have enjoyed our collegial, honest and supportive partnership. She is truly engaged in the community and understands our challenges and celebrates our successes. I am confident in her abilities to support us excellently in this next step.”
Anita Gabrielian
Former Glendale Community College Board of Trustees President
For years I have stood shoulder to shoulder with Elen as she worked to elect progressives and improve voter engagement and participation. Elen is the kind of strategic thinker we’re going to need if we’re going to continue to elect progressives in our district and beyond. It is my great privilege to endorse Elen for a seat on the Democratic County Central Committee.”
Steve Ferguson
Burbank Board of Education Member
Elen is a fierce advocate and will represent us well on the Democratic County Central Committee. I am proud to endorse and support her.”
Diana Abasta
Burbank Teachers Association President
Elen is the most hardworking and dedicated individual to the Democratic ideals. And she has my confidence and support.”
Raffi Manoukian
Former Glendale City Council Member
Endorsements
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East Area Prograssive Democrats
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ANCA Western Region
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Southern CA Armenian Democrats
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Armenian Rights Council of America
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Anthony Portantino
CA Senator, 25th District
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Paul Krekorian
LA City Councilmember District 2
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David Ryu
LA City Councilmember District 4
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Tom Torlakson
Former CA Superintendent of Public Instruction
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Andra Hoffman
LA City College Board of Trustees President
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Steve Veres
LA City College Board of Trustees Vice President
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Mike Fong
LA City College Board of Trustees Trustee
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Shant Sahakian
Glendale Board of Education Member
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Nayiri Nahabedian
Glendale Board of Education Member
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Scott Schmerelson
LA Unified School District Board of Education Member
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Ann Ransford
Glendale Community College Board of Trustees President
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Jess Talamantes
Burbank City Councilmember
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Bob Frutos
Burbank City Councilmember
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Zizette Mullins
Burbank City Clerk
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Anita Gabrielian
Former Glendale Community College Board of Trustees President
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Armond Aghakhanian
Burbank Board of Education President
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Steve Ferguson
Burbank Board of Education Member
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Diana Abasta
Burbank Teachers Association President
