Endorsements (2026)

General Election: November 3, 2026 (7:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.)

Personally delivered ballots: Must be delivered by close of polls on November 3, 2026; Mailed ballots: Must be postmarked on or before November 3, 2026, and received by your county elections office no later than November 10, 2026.

AFSCME Local 127 General Election Endorsements

City of San Diego – November 2026

The primary election is behind us, and thanks to the strength of our collective voice we must finish the job in the General Election. It is critical that we elect leaders to the San Diego City Council who will protect our contracts, defend public services, and stand shoulder-to-shoulder with working families.

🗳️ City Council Endorsements

City Council District 2 - Endorsed Candidate:Nicole Crosby

• Election Note: Following a dual endorsement in the primary, endorsed candidate Nicole Crosby has advanced to the general election. We need Nicole on the City Council to protect public employees and stop the corporate outsourcing of city services. 

City Council District 4 - Endorsed Incumbent:Henry Foster III 

• Election Note: Councilmember Foster has advanced to the general election runoff. As a true friendly incumbent, Henry has consistently stood up for Local 127 members. Let's make sure he returns to City Hall.

City Council District 6 - Endorsed Incumbent:Kent Lee

• Election Note: Councilmember Lee advanced out of the primary and faces a final runoff this November. Kent has proven himself an ally to working families and city staff, and he deserves our continued support.

City Council District 8 - Endorsed Candidate:Gerardo Ramirez

• Election Note: Following our primary dual endorsement, Gerardo Ramirez has advanced to the general election. Gerardo knows the inner workings of City Hall and will be a champion for municipal workers from day one.

Remember to Vote!

Your vote is your voice. Look for your mail-in ballot this fall, and let's elect a pro-labor majority that respects AFSCME Local 127.

For volunteer opportunities, precinct walks, or phone banking schedules, please contact the union office.

City of Coronado (General Election Only)

• City Council (Endorsements Coming: July 2026)

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City of Lemon Grove (General Election Only)

• City Council (Endorsements Coming: July 2026)

AFSCME Endorsements* 

Federal Candidates

California Statewide Candidates

California State Legislature Candidates

AFSCME Endorsement Process of Statewide and California Legislature*

As we head into the upcoming election cycle, we want to share some insight into how candidate and ballot measure endorsements are determined outside of solely decisions by AFSCME Local 127. We know our members hold diverse views, and it is important to us that you understand how these collective decisions are reached.

How the Decision is Made

It is important to clarify that political endorsements are not decided solely by the leadership of AFSCME Local 127. Instead, these endorsements are the result of a unified, democratic process conducted by all AFSCME unions across the State of California.

A Unified Voice

By coordinating through the statewide AFSCME council, we ensure that our voice as public employees is as strong and consistent as possible. This collaborative approach means:

• Broad Representation: Input is gathered from across the entire state to reflect the needs of all AFSCME members.
• Statewide Impact: We focus on candidates and policies that will best support public services and labor rights throughout California.
• Final Authority: While AFSCME Local 127 participates in these discussions, the final determination rests with the statewide union body.

We appreciate the passion and engagement of our members. Our goal is always to keep you informed and to ensure our union remains a powerful advocate for your rights and your future.