Endorsements

Elected officials, community activists, and labor unions support Josh Newman for Senate

Working families endorse Josh Newman for Senate

International Union of Painters & Allied Trades (IUPAT) District Council 36
"The working men and women of the International Union of Painters & Allied Trades (IUPAT) District Council 36 are pleased to give Josh Newman our enthusiastic support and endorsement. Josh understands the critical work that our members do to keep our economy moving. He has been an ally, a champion and a warrior for working families. We look forward to helping ensure he is re-elected to the State Senate."-- International Union of Painters & Allied Trades (IUPAT) District Council 36
United Association (UA) Local 250 - Steamfitters and Refrigeration
"Working people across Southern California need advocates fighting for us in the State Legislature. Josh Newman is not only an advocate for workers - but he's been a bold, fearless leader for us. From prioritizing investments in infrastructure to create more good union jobs and strengthening our economy, to fighting for higher wages and better benefits for workers, Josh Newman has always been there for our members. He has our strong endorsement."— United Association (UA) Local 250 - Steamfitters and Refrigeration
International Union of Operating Engineers (IUOE) Local 12
“Throughout his career, Josh Newman has been a bold, forward-thinking, unapologetic champion for California's working people by advancing common sense solutions, supporting better wages and benefits, tougher workplace protections, and creative solutions that help grow and expand our middle class. That’s why Operating Engineers Local 12 is excited to endorse Josh Newman for State Senate District 37, because he has proven himself a leader and champion who will fight for an economy that works for all of us. We’re with Josh 100%.”— International Union of Operating Engineers (IUOE) Local 12
International Longshore and Warehouse Union (ILWU) Local 13
“Josh Newman is tough, smart and deeply knowledgeable about the issues affecting working Californians. He has proven himself as a leader who will fight to maintain middle-class sustaining union jobs at the nation’s largest port complex, while simultaneously improving the environment for surrounding communities. That’s why the people that make up International Longshore and Warehouse Union, Local 13 are thrilled to endorses his campaign for State Senate District 37. We look forward to helping Josh get re-elected.”— International Longshore and Warehouse Union (ILWU) Local 13
AFSCME Local 3930 - UDW
‍“Throughout his time in the State Senate, Josh Newman has been deeply committed to confronting the critical issues facing IHSS workers and other working families across his district, consistently putting people over politics. That’s why the members of UDW/AFSCME Local 3930 are excited to endorse Josh for Senate District 37, because we know he will continue to be a champion for working Californians in Sacramento.”— AFSCME Local 3930 - UDW
Los Angeles/Orange County Building Trades Council
As a State Senator, Josh Newman has time and time again been a champion for working families—even when it’s difficult. That’s why the LA/OC Building and Construction Trades Council is proud to support Josh’s re-election campaign for District 37, because we know Josh will continue to demand stronger workplace protections, expand critical investments in infrastructure, support vital apprenticeship programs, and fight for higher wages and benefits. We look forward to helping Josh remain in the Senate and working with him to expand middle-class, union jobs throughout our region.” — Los Angeles/Orange County Building Trades Council
Southwest Regional Council of Carpenters
"Throughout his time in the State Senate, Josh has been a dynamic, forward-thinking force on behalf of working families, fighting a livable wage and benefits, protecting workers' rights, increasing access to affordable healthcare, rebuilding our infrastructure to create more good jobs, and advocating for more investments in critical job-training programs. We know Josh will continue to be a champion for working families and that's why he has our full and enthusiastic support." — Southwest Regional Council of Carpenters
Southern California District Council of Laborers
"Whether it’s demanding stronger worker protections, standing in solidarity with workers in picket lines, advocating for higher wages and benefits, or improving our infrastructure, Josh Newman has been a bold leader for working people throughout his time in the State Senate. That’s why the Southern California District Council of Laborers is proud to endorse Josh's re-election for District 37, because we know he will continue to be a champion for Orange County’s working families." — Southern California District Council of Laborers
Laborers International Union of North America (LiUNA!) Local 300
"The members of Laborers Local 300 are proud to endorse Josh Newman for State Senate because he is the clear choice for working people in the 37th District. Josh is the only candidate with a proven record of standing up for working families, including fighting for higher wages and benefits, pushing to ensure that a workers’ income should not be a barrier to quality healthcare access, and advocating for tougher workplace standards. We know Josh will continue to be a force on behalf of working people in Sacramento and look forward to helping his campaign.” — Laborers International Union of North America (LiUNA!) Local 300
Laborers International Union of North America (LiUNA!) Local 652
"Josh Newman has spent his career standing up for what is right—even and especially when it’s difficult. He is the embodiment of the values our members hold dear, and is exactly the type of leader we need in Sacramento. That’s why the members of Laborers Local 652 are proud to endorse Josh Newman for State Senate for District 37 and look forward to continuing to deliver for working Californians in Sacramento." — Laborers International Union of North America (LiUNA!) Local 652

Elected leaders endorse Josh Newman for Senate

"Josh Newman brings levelheaded, pragmatic and forward-thinking vision to problem-solving and getting things done for the people he represents. That's precisely what we need more of in California. We need Josh Newman in the State Senate because he is an effective leader. I am pleased to endorse Josh Newman's re-election to the Senate."— U.S. Congressmember Lou Correa
“I support Senator Josh Newman because he's a proven fighter for the people of Orange County. Josh is an effective, forward-thinking leader dedicated to investing in our public schools and colleges, combating climate change, tackling the affordable housing crisis and protecting reproductive freedom. California needs his compassionate, pragmatic leadership.”— State Senate President Pro Tem Toni Atkins
“Josh Newman is a proven leader with the experience, passion, and vision to bring people together to confront Orange County’s greatest challenges. I’m proud to endorse his campaign for Senate District 37 because we need Josh in Sacramento, continuing the fight to strengthen our public schools, keep our communities safe, make higher education more affordable, tackle climate change, and ensure good-paying jobs across Orange County. I’m with Josh 100% and look forward to voting for him in 2024.”— State Senator Dave Min
“Josh Newman is the real deal. He's someone who time and time again has put people over politics, and has the extensive experience, skillsets and vision to be a bold champion for his constituents, and all Californians. For these reasons and more, I’m proud to endorse him for Senate District 37.”— State Senator Josh Becker
“Senator Josh Newman has always been a fighter. From his time in the armed services to his battles against special interest groups who tried to steal this seat, Josh is the unwavering champion that Orange County families deserve. That’s why I’m proud to endorse him for District 37.”— State Senator Catherine Blakespear
“Throughout his time in the State Senate, Josh Newman has fought consistently for bold, innovative solutions to California's biggest challenges. He’s been a champion for working families, safer streets and common-sense gun safety reform. I’m proud to strongly endorse his re-election.” — State Senator Dave Cortese
"As a veteran, businessman, and Senator, my friend Josh Newman has always put people first. I’m proud to support his re-election because Josh’s innovative and pragmatic approach to dealing with complex issues is the type of leadership that Senate District 37 deserves.”— State Senator Bill Dodd
"Josh Newman is a proven leader who has the experience, vision, and dedication that Orange County families deserve in their state senator. I strongly support Josh’s campaign for re-election and look forward to our continued work together to deliver results for all Californians."— State Senator Steve Padilla
"We need Josh Newman fighting for Orange County in the State Senate. Josh has a proven track record and a wide-ranging skill-set that has delivered positive and tangible change for local neighborhoods across our region. I am proud to endorse Josh Newman for re-election to the Senate."— Assemblywoman Petrie-Norris
"We need Josh Newman in the State Senate.  From working to combat climate change to investing in education to tackling the affordable housing crisis, I know Josh will continue to be a bold and effective fighter for all the right reasons.  He has consistently demonstrated his leadership and exhibited his integrity for the good people of California and in his district.  I am proud to endorse my friend Josh for re-election.”— State Senator Anthony Portantino
"I'm very pleased to again announce my strong support for Josh Newman for State Senate.  As someone who has seen him in action firsthand, I know that he embodies the bold, pragmatic leadership that we need in Sacramento. As a veteran, businessman, and public servant, Josh is a proven champion for his community with the experience, passion, and vision to develop creative solutions to the problems we face. I’m with him 100%."— State Senator Susan Rubio
"Josh Newman is a committed public servant who has a proven track record of delivering results for our neighbors across Orange County on the most critical issues we face, from ensuring safer communities, to standing up for working families and more. We need more leaders like Josh who aren’t afraid to take on the status quo in Sacramento and fight for common-sense solutions. As a fellow Army veteran, I am proud to endorse Josh for re-election and look forward to working together to continue making progress for veterans, working families and all Californians."— California State Senator Tom Umberg
"I am proud to announce my strong support for Josh Newman in his re-election for District 37. Throughout his time in the State Senate, Josh has been an effective, fearless champion for his constituents who has delivered for Orange County time and time again, whether it’s fighting for more good-paying jobs, a 21st Century infrastructure system, tougher environmental protections, stronger local public schools, and more. Josh has the background and forward-thinking vision we need in the State Senate, and he’s the clear choice for SD-37."— Assemblymember Avelino Valencia
“I’m excited to again endorse my friend Josh Newman for State Senate because his background, record and ability to build consensus to get things done make him uniquely qualified to deliver for his constituents and all Californians. While I know he will be fearless when it comes to advocating for families throughout the 37th District, Josh is also a compassionate, forward-thinking leader who will continue to champion a more fair and just California, including fighting for full, lived equality for all."— State Senator Scott Wiener

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