Politics & Government

News Statement: Arturo Chavez Endores Luis Lopez for Assembly

Chavez confirms what he told Echo Park-Silver Lake Patch election night about his future plans.

Arturo Chavez, a Democratic candidate for the 51st Assembly District who narrowly missed defeating his closest rival, Luis Lopez, in the June 5 primaries, has endorsed Lopez's candidature for the November general elections, according to a news statement issued by Lopez's campaign Tuesday. Here are excerpts from the statement attributed to Chavez:

Our 51st District is my home. Here is where I have grown up, devoted my career in public service, and raised my family. These are very special neighborhoods, sustained by the hard work and aspirations of people who come from different backgrounds but share a love of our community.

Now, at a crucial moment in our city and our state, we need the best possible leadership in Sacramento. I am proud to endorse Luis Lopez to be our assembly member. Luis is a homegrown leader of the highest standards, a unifying and effective advocate from and for our communities, for healthcare, education, good jobs and workforce training, for parks and protection of our environment, for immigrant families and full equality under law.   

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My own push for the legislature formally ends today. But the vision, vigor, and spirit of my effort carry on in the campaign of Luis Lopez. Together we stand, and together we go forward. I urge all of my supporters to devote their energy and financial support, their heart and soul and voice to his campaign. Working as one, we will ensure that Luis Lopez wins November 6th and is our next Assemblymember.

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