Official Endorsements | Alex Balekian for Congress — Alex Balekian for Congress | Progressive Isn't Working | Candidate for California's 30th Congressional District

Endorsements

Our endorsements reflect a diverse coalition of supporters, ranging from significant political organizations to local businesses and community groups. Each endorsement is a testament to the widespread belief in Alex's vision for effective, principled leadership and his commitment to the values and needs of our district. We are honored by this show of confidence and are motivated by the broad spectrum of support rallying behind Alex's candidacy.

Individual Endorsements

Kathryn Barger

LA COUNTY SUPERVISOR 2016-PRESENT
Kathryn Barger, a lifelong resident of LA County, has deep roots in public service, beginning as an intern and rising to become a chief deputy before her election to the Board of Supervisors in 2016. Reelected in 2020, she has focused on health, mental health, social services, and advocacy for vulnerable populations, including foster children, seniors, veterans, and those with disabilities.
Vivek Ramaswamy

2024 PRESIDENTIAL PRIMARY CANDIDATE
Vivek Ramaswamy is an American business leader and New York Times bestselling author of Woke, Inc.: Inside Corporate America’s Social Justice Scam, along with his second book, Nation of Victims: Identity Politics, the Death of Merit, and the Path Back to Excellence.
Mike Antonovich

FORMER LA COUNTY SUPERVISOR, STATE ASSEMBLYMEMBER
Michael Dennis Antonovich was Mayor of Los Angeles County and a member of the Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors.
Ara Najarian

CITY COUNCIL MEMBER & FORMER MAYOR, GLENDALE.
Ara Najarian, an attorney based in Glendale, has a rich political background including serving as Glendale's Mayor thrice, chairing various city agencies, and holding influential roles in regional transportation authorities.
Erin Friday, Esq.

CO-LEAD, OUR DUTY USA
Erin Friday, Esq., is a licensed California attorney and co-lead of the U.S. branch of Our Duty, a parent group dedicated to protecting children from gender ideology.
Alex Villanueva

33rd sheriff of Los Angeles County, California from 2018 until 2022. Before becoming Sheriff, he was a lieutenant with the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department. The first member of the Democratic Party to be elected Sheriff in 138 years.