Judge of the Superior Court

Office No. 002

Robert S. Draper (Non Partisan)

Judge of the Superior Court

ENDORSEMENTS:

None found. Check back for updates.

SCORECARDS:

Craig Huey’s Election Forum California Voter Guide

Grade: 3 out of 5 stars. Acceptable.

Craig Huey’s Election Forum 2026 California voter guide help conservatives, Christians, Republicans, and libertarians vote for—not against—their values.

Los Angeles County Bar Association

Grade: Not Qualified

To be “Not Qualified,” the candidate lacks one or more of the qualities of professional ability, experience, competence, integrity and temperament indicative of fitness to perform the judicial function satisfactorily.

Tal K. Valbuena (Non Partisan)

Deputy District Attorney, County of Los Angeles

website

ENDORSEMENTS:

Americans for Democratic Action, Southern California

Americans for Democratic Action is a nationwide, multi-issue progressive/Left organization that was founded by Eleanor Roosevelt in 1947. We are working on supporting and electing progressive candidates who will put the needs of their constituents ahead of corporate donors.

Avance Los Angeles Democratic Club

We are confident these leaders will champion policies that uplift Latino families, strengthen our neighborhoods, and advance Avance’s mission to build enduring Latino political power.

Black Los Angeles Young Democrats
Democratic Party of San Fernando Valley
Democratic Socialists of America, Los Angeles (DSA-LA)

All across the country, DSA is fighting for a stronger labor movement, a Green New Deal, housing and healthcare as human rights, and more.

Equality California

Equality California endorses viable candidates running for local office, statewide offices, the state legislature and Congress who have a proven track record of supporting equal rights and legal protections for LGBTQ+ Californians and who are committed to advancing these goals in their capacity as elected officials.

GUSD Parents

GUSD Parents exists to provide facts and resources to empower everyone to advocate for and support public education in order to protect this fundamental part of our democracy. We are actively engaged in supporting local and state candidates and ballot propositions that support public school students.

Knock LA

Knock LA is a journalism and commentary project by Ground Game LA. We are dedicated to giving a voice to the left and uplifting marginalized communities.

La Defensa

La Defensa is a femme-led 501(c)(4) advocacy organization dedicated to shifting Los Angeles County’s reliance on criminalization and incarceration towards systems of care that center human dignity.

LA Progressive

LA Progressive is an independent, justice-driven publication amplifying the voices, struggles, and triumphs of those working toward a more equitable America.

Los Angeles County Democratic Party
Los Angeles Daily News
Los Angeles Sentinel

SCORECARDS:

Craig Huey’s Election Forum California Voter Guide

Grade: 1 out of 5 stars. Terrible. Do not vote. All your other votes will count.

Craig Huey’s Election Forum 2026 California voter guide help conservatives, Christians, Republicans, and libertarians vote for—not against—their values.

Los Angeles County Bar Association

Grade: Qualified

To be “Qualified,” the candidate must possess professional ability, experience, competence, integrity and temperament indicative of fitness to perform the judicial function satisfactorily.

Judge of the Superior Court

Office No. 014

Angie Christides (Non Partisan)

Deputy District Attorney, County of Los Angeles

website

ENDORSEMENTS:

Americans for Democratic Action, Southern California

Americans for Democratic Action is a nationwide, multi-issue progressive/Left organization that was founded by Eleanor Roosevelt in 1947. We are working on supporting and electing progressive candidates who will put the needs of their constituents ahead of corporate donors.

Avance Los Angeles Democratic Club

We are confident these leaders will champion policies that uplift Latino families, strengthen our neighborhoods, and advance Avance’s mission to build enduring Latino political power.

Democratic Party of San Fernando Valley
Democratic Socialists of America, Los Angeles (DSA-LA)

All across the country, DSA is fighting for a stronger labor movement, a Green New Deal, housing and healthcare as human rights, and more.

Knock LA

Knock LA is a journalism and commentary project by Ground Game LA. We are dedicated to giving a voice to the left and uplifting marginalized communities.

La Defensa

La Defensa is a femme-led 501(c)(4) advocacy organization dedicated to shifting Los Angeles County’s reliance on criminalization and incarceration towards systems of care that center human dignity.

LA Progressive

LA Progressive is an independent, justice-driven publication amplifying the voices, struggles, and triumphs of those working toward a more equitable America.

SCORECARDS:

Craig Huey’s Election Forum California Voter Guide

Grade: 2 out of 5 stars. Vote only to prevent worse candidates from winning.

Craig Huey’s Election Forum 2026 California voter guide help conservatives, Christians, Republicans, and libertarians vote for—not against—their values.

Los Angeles County Bar Association

Grade: Qualified

To be “Qualified,” the candidate must possess professional ability, experience, competence, integrity and temperament indicative of fitness to perform the judicial function satisfactorily.

Irene Lee (Non Partisan)

Deputy District Attorney, County of Los Angeles

website

ENDORSEMENTS:

GUSD Parents

GUSD Parents exists to provide facts and resources to empower everyone to advocate for and support public education in order to protect this fundamental part of our democracy. We are actively engaged in supporting local and state candidates and ballot propositions that support public school students.

Los Angeles County Democratic Party
Los Angeles Sentinel
Thrive LA

The moderate, pro-Los Angeles voice in city and county politics. To ensure extremists are blocked from the General Election ballot in November, Thrive LA’s Primary Election Voter Guide advises strategic, data-driven voting for viable candidates who oppose extreme ideologies backed by special interests.

SCORECARDS:

Craig Huey’s Election Forum California Voter Guide

Grade: 2 out of 5 stars. Vote only to prevent worse candidates from winning.

Craig Huey’s Election Forum 2026 California voter guide help conservatives, Christians, Republicans, and libertarians vote for—not against—their values.

Los Angeles County Bar Association

Grade: Well Qualified

To be “Well Qualified,” the candidate must possess professional ability, experience, competence, integrity and temperament indicative of superior fitness to perform the judicial function with a high degree of skill and effectiveness.

Judge of the Superior Court

Office No. 039

Binh Q. Dang (Non Partisan)

Deputy Public Defender, County of Los Angeles

ENDORSEMENTS:

Americans for Democratic Action, Southern California

Americans for Democratic Action is a nationwide, multi-issue progressive/Left organization that was founded by Eleanor Roosevelt in 1947. We are working on supporting and electing progressive candidates who will put the needs of their constituents ahead of corporate donors.

Democratic Socialists of America, Los Angeles (DSA-LA)

All across the country, DSA is fighting for a stronger labor movement, a Green New Deal, housing and healthcare as human rights, and more.

La Defensa

La Defensa is a femme-led 501(c)(4) advocacy organization dedicated to shifting Los Angeles County’s reliance on criminalization and incarceration towards systems of care that center human dignity.

LA Progressive

LA Progressive is an independent, justice-driven publication amplifying the voices, struggles, and triumphs of those working toward a more equitable America.

SCORECARDS:

Craig Huey’s Election Forum California Voter Guide

Grade: 3 out of 5 stars. Acceptable.

Craig Huey’s Election Forum 2026 California voter guide help conservatives, Christians, Republicans, and libertarians vote for—not against—their values.

Judge of the Superior Court

Office No. 060

Ann M. Maurer (Non Partisan)

Chief Assistant City Attorney, City of Glendale

website

ENDORSEMENTS:

None found. Check back for updates.

SCORECARDS:

Craig Huey’s Election Forum California Voter Guide

Grade: 3 out of 5 stars. Acceptable.

Craig Huey’s Election Forum 2026 California voter guide help conservatives, Christians, Republicans, and libertarians vote for—not against—their values.

Judge of the Superior Court

Office No. 064

Rhonda A. Haymon (Non Partisan)

Deputy Public Defender, County of Los Angeles

website

ENDORSEMENTS:

Americans for Democratic Action, Southern California

Americans for Democratic Action is a nationwide, multi-issue progressive/Left organization that was founded by Eleanor Roosevelt in 1947. We are working on supporting and electing progressive candidates who will put the needs of their constituents ahead of corporate donors.

Black Los Angeles Young Democrats
Democratic Socialists of America, Los Angeles (DSA-LA)

All across the country, DSA is fighting for a stronger labor movement, a Green New Deal, housing and healthcare as human rights, and more.

Knock LA

Knock LA is a journalism and commentary project by Ground Game LA. We are dedicated to giving a voice to the left and uplifting marginalized communities.

La Defensa

La Defensa is a femme-led 501(c)(4) advocacy organization dedicated to shifting Los Angeles County’s reliance on criminalization and incarceration towards systems of care that center human dignity.

LA Progressive

LA Progressive is an independent, justice-driven publication amplifying the voices, struggles, and triumphs of those working toward a more equitable America.

Los Angeles Sentinel
Progressive Democratic Club

SCORECARDS:

Craig Huey’s Election Forum California Voter Guide

Grade: 2 out of 5 stars. Vote only to prevent worse candidates from winning.

Craig Huey’s Election Forum 2026 California voter guide help conservatives, Christians, Republicans, and libertarians vote for—not against—their values.

Los Angeles County Bar Association

Grade: Qualified

To be “Qualified,” the candidate must possess professional ability, experience, competence, integrity and temperament indicative of fitness to perform the judicial function satisfactorily.

Maria Ghobadi (Non Partisan)

Deputy District Attorney, County of Los Angeles

website

ENDORSEMENTS:

Avance Los Angeles Democratic Club

We are confident these leaders will champion policies that uplift Latino families, strengthen our neighborhoods, and advance Avance’s mission to build enduring Latino political power.

GUSD Parents

GUSD Parents exists to provide facts and resources to empower everyone to advocate for and support public education in order to protect this fundamental part of our democracy. We are actively engaged in supporting local and state candidates and ballot propositions that support public school students.

Los Angeles County Democratic Party
Thrive LA

The moderate, pro-Los Angeles voice in city and county politics. To ensure extremists are blocked from the General Election ballot in November, Thrive LA’s Primary Election Voter Guide advises strategic, data-driven voting for viable candidates who oppose extreme ideologies backed by special interests.

SCORECARDS:

Craig Huey’s Election Forum California Voter Guide

Grade: 1 out of 5 stars. Terrible. Do not vote. All your other votes will count.

Craig Huey’s Election Forum 2026 California voter guide help conservatives, Christians, Republicans, and libertarians vote for—not against—their values.

Los Angeles County Bar Association

Grade: Well Qualified

To be “Well Qualified,” the candidate must possess professional ability, experience, competence, integrity and temperament indicative of superior fitness to perform the judicial function with a high degree of skill and effectiveness.

Francisco Amador (Non Partisan)

Attorney at Law

website

ENDORSEMENTS:

None found. Check back for updates.

SCORECARDS:

Craig Huey’s Election Forum California Voter Guide

Grade: 2 out of 5 stars. Vote only to prevent worse candidates from winning.

Craig Huey’s Election Forum 2026 California voter guide help conservatives, Christians, Republicans, and libertarians vote for—not against—their values.

Los Angeles County Bar Association

Grade: Not Qualified

To be “Not Qualified,” the candidate lacks one or more of the qualities of professional ability, experience, competence, integrity and temperament indicative of fitness to perform the judicial function satisfactorily.

Judge of the Superior Court

Office No. 065

Samuel Wolloch Krause (Non Partisan)

Attorney/Legal Author

website

ENDORSEMENTS:

La Opinión
Thrive LA

The moderate, pro-Los Angeles voice in city and county politics. To ensure extremists are blocked from the General Election ballot in November, Thrive LA’s Primary Election Voter Guide advises strategic, data-driven voting for viable candidates who oppose extreme ideologies backed by special interests.

SCORECARDS:

Craig Huey’s Election Forum California Voter Guide

Grade: 4 out of 5 stars. Very good candidate.

Craig Huey’s Election Forum 2026 California voter guide help conservatives, Christians, Republicans, and libertarians vote for—not against—their values.

Los Angeles County Bar Association

Grade: Qualified

To be “Qualified,” the candidate must possess professional ability, experience, competence, integrity and temperament indicative of fitness to perform the judicial function satisfactorily.

Justin Allen Clayton (Non Partisan)

Deputy Public Defender, County of Los Angeles

website

ENDORSEMENTS:

Avance Los Angeles Democratic Club

We are confident these leaders will champion policies that uplift Latino families, strengthen our neighborhoods, and advance Avance’s mission to build enduring Latino political power.

Democratic Socialists of America, Los Angeles (DSA-LA)

All across the country, DSA is fighting for a stronger labor movement, a Green New Deal, housing and healthcare as human rights, and more.

GUSD Parents

GUSD Parents exists to provide facts and resources to empower everyone to advocate for and support public education in order to protect this fundamental part of our democracy. We are actively engaged in supporting local and state candidates and ballot propositions that support public school students.

La Defensa

La Defensa is a femme-led 501(c)(4) advocacy organization dedicated to shifting Los Angeles County’s reliance on criminalization and incarceration towards systems of care that center human dignity.

LA Progressive

LA Progressive is an independent, justice-driven publication amplifying the voices, struggles, and triumphs of those working toward a more equitable America.

Los Angeles County Democratic Party
Los Angeles Sentinel

SCORECARDS:

Craig Huey’s Election Forum California Voter Guide

Grade: 1 out of 5 stars. Terrible. Do not vote. All your other votes will count.

Craig Huey’s Election Forum 2026 California voter guide help conservatives, Christians, Republicans, and libertarians vote for—not against—their values.

Los Angeles County Bar Association

Grade: Qualified

To be “Qualified,” the candidate must possess professional ability, experience, competence, integrity and temperament indicative of fitness to perform the judicial function satisfactorily.

Anna Slotky Reitano (Non Partisan)

Deputy County Counsel, County of Los Angeles

website

ENDORSEMENTS:

Americans for Democratic Action, Southern California

Americans for Democratic Action is a nationwide, multi-issue progressive/Left organization that was founded by Eleanor Roosevelt in 1947. We are working on supporting and electing progressive candidates who will put the needs of their constituents ahead of corporate donors.

Democratic Party of San Fernando Valley
GUSD Parents

GUSD Parents exists to provide facts and resources to empower everyone to advocate for and support public education in order to protect this fundamental part of our democracy. We are actively engaged in supporting local and state candidates and ballot propositions that support public school students.

Knock LA

Knock LA is a journalism and commentary project by Ground Game LA. We are dedicated to giving a voice to the left and uplifting marginalized communities.

SCORECARDS:

Craig Huey’s Election Forum California Voter Guide

Grade: 1 out of 5 stars. Terrible. Do not vote. All your other votes will count.

Craig Huey’s Election Forum 2026 California voter guide help conservatives, Christians, Republicans, and libertarians vote for—not against—their values.

Los Angeles County Bar Association

Grade: Qualified

To be “Qualified,” the candidate must possess professional ability, experience, competence, integrity and temperament indicative of fitness to perform the judicial function satisfactorily.

Chellei G. Jimenez (Non Partisan)

Attorney

website

ENDORSEMENTS:

Black Los Angeles Young Democrats

SCORECARDS:

Craig Huey’s Election Forum California Voter Guide

Grade: 2 out of 5 stars. Vote only to prevent worse candidates from winning.

Craig Huey’s Election Forum 2026 California voter guide help conservatives, Christians, Republicans, and libertarians vote for—not against—their values.

Los Angeles County Bar Association

Grade: Qualified

To be “Qualified,” the candidate must possess professional ability, experience, competence, integrity and temperament indicative of fitness to perform the judicial function satisfactorily.

Judge of the Superior Court

Office No. 066

Cheryl C. Turner (Non Partisan)

Attorney at Law

ENDORSEMENTS:

LA Progressive

LA Progressive is an independent, justice-driven publication amplifying the voices, struggles, and triumphs of those working toward a more equitable America.

Los Angeles Sentinel

SCORECARDS:

Craig Huey’s Election Forum California Voter Guide

Grade: 1 out of 5 stars. Terrible. Do not vote. All your other votes will count.

Craig Huey’s Election Forum 2026 California voter guide help conservatives, Christians, Republicans, and libertarians vote for—not against—their values.

Los Angeles County Bar Association

Grade: Qualified

To be “Qualified,” the candidate must possess professional ability, experience, competence, integrity and temperament indicative of fitness to perform the judicial function satisfactorily.

Ben Forer (Non Partisan)

Deputy District Attorney, County of Los Angeles

website

ENDORSEMENTS:

Americans for Democratic Action, Southern California

Americans for Democratic Action is a nationwide, multi-issue progressive/Left organization that was founded by Eleanor Roosevelt in 1947. We are working on supporting and electing progressive candidates who will put the needs of their constituents ahead of corporate donors.

Avance Los Angeles Democratic Club

We are confident these leaders will champion policies that uplift Latino families, strengthen our neighborhoods, and advance Avance’s mission to build enduring Latino political power.

Democratic Socialists of America, Los Angeles (DSA-LA)

All across the country, DSA is fighting for a stronger labor movement, a Green New Deal, housing and healthcare as human rights, and more.

GUSD Parents

GUSD Parents exists to provide facts and resources to empower everyone to advocate for and support public education in order to protect this fundamental part of our democracy. We are actively engaged in supporting local and state candidates and ballot propositions that support public school students.

Knock LA

Knock LA is a journalism and commentary project by Ground Game LA. We are dedicated to giving a voice to the left and uplifting marginalized communities.

La Defensa

La Defensa is a femme-led 501(c)(4) advocacy organization dedicated to shifting Los Angeles County’s reliance on criminalization and incarceration towards systems of care that center human dignity.

Los Angeles Daily News
Thrive LA

The moderate, pro-Los Angeles voice in city and county politics. To ensure extremists are blocked from the General Election ballot in November, Thrive LA’s Primary Election Voter Guide advises strategic, data-driven voting for viable candidates who oppose extreme ideologies backed by special interests.

SCORECARDS:

Craig Huey’s Election Forum California Voter Guide

Grade: 2 out of 5 stars. Vote only to prevent worse candidates from winning.

Craig Huey’s Election Forum 2026 California voter guide help conservatives, Christians, Republicans, and libertarians vote for—not against—their values.

Los Angeles County Bar Association

Grade: Well Qualified

To be “Well Qualified,” the candidate must possess professional ability, experience, competence, integrity and temperament indicative of superior fitness to perform the judicial function with a high degree of skill and effectiveness.

Judge of the Superior Court

Office No. 081

David Walgren (Non Partisan)

Judge of the Superior Court

website

ENDORSEMENTS:

Americans for Democratic Action, Southern California

Americans for Democratic Action is a nationwide, multi-issue progressive/Left organization that was founded by Eleanor Roosevelt in 1947. We are working on supporting and electing progressive candidates who will put the needs of their constituents ahead of corporate donors.

Avance Los Angeles Democratic Club

We are confident these leaders will champion policies that uplift Latino families, strengthen our neighborhoods, and advance Avance’s mission to build enduring Latino political power.

GUSD Parents

GUSD Parents exists to provide facts and resources to empower everyone to advocate for and support public education in order to protect this fundamental part of our democracy. We are actively engaged in supporting local and state candidates and ballot propositions that support public school students.

Los Angeles Daily News
Los Angeles Sentinel
Thrive LA

The moderate, pro-Los Angeles voice in city and county politics. To ensure extremists are blocked from the General Election ballot in November, Thrive LA’s Primary Election Voter Guide advises strategic, data-driven voting for viable candidates who oppose extreme ideologies backed by special interests.

SCORECARDS:

Craig Huey’s Election Forum California Voter Guide

Grade: 2 out of 5 stars. Vote only to prevent worse candidates from winning.

Craig Huey’s Election Forum 2026 California voter guide help conservatives, Christians, Republicans, and libertarians vote for—not against—their values.

Los Angeles County Bar Association

Grade: Exceptionally Well Qualified

To be “Exceptionally Well Qualified,” the candidate must possess qualities and attributes considered to be of remarkable or extraordinary superiority so that, without real doubt, the candidate is deemed fit to perform the judicial function with distinction.

Dan Kapelovitz (Non Partisan)

Attorney/Experimental Filmmaker

ENDORSEMENTS:

Democratic Socialists of America, Los Angeles (DSA-LA)

All across the country, DSA is fighting for a stronger labor movement, a Green New Deal, housing and healthcare as human rights, and more.

Knock LA

Knock LA is a journalism and commentary project by Ground Game LA. We are dedicated to giving a voice to the left and uplifting marginalized communities.

La Defensa

La Defensa is a femme-led 501(c)(4) advocacy organization dedicated to shifting Los Angeles County’s reliance on criminalization and incarceration towards systems of care that center human dignity.

SCORECARDS:

Craig Huey’s Election Forum California Voter Guide

Grade: 1 out of 5 stars. Terrible. Do not vote. All your other votes will count.

Craig Huey’s Election Forum 2026 California voter guide help conservatives, Christians, Republicans, and libertarians vote for—not against—their values.

Los Angeles County Bar Association

Grade: Qualified

To be “Qualified,” the candidate must possess professional ability, experience, competence, integrity and temperament indicative of fitness to perform the judicial function satisfactorily.

Judge of the Superior Court

Office No. 087

Sharee Sanders Gordon (Non Partisan)

Deputy City Attorney, City of Los Angeles

website

ENDORSEMENTS:

None found. Check back for updates.

SCORECARDS:

Craig Huey’s Election Forum California Voter Guide

Grade: 3 out of 5 stars. Acceptable.

Craig Huey’s Election Forum 2026 California voter guide help conservatives, Christians, Republicans, and libertarians vote for—not against—their values.

Los Angeles County Bar Association

Grade: Qualified

To be “Qualified,” the candidate must possess professional ability, experience, competence, integrity and temperament indicative of fitness to perform the judicial function satisfactorily.

Anthony (A.J.) Bayne (Non Partisan)

Deputy Public Defender, County of Los Angeles

website

ENDORSEMENTS:

GUSD Parents

GUSD Parents exists to provide facts and resources to empower everyone to advocate for and support public education in order to protect this fundamental part of our democracy. We are actively engaged in supporting local and state candidates and ballot propositions that support public school students.

Knock LA

Knock LA is a journalism and commentary project by Ground Game LA. We are dedicated to giving a voice to the left and uplifting marginalized communities.

La Defensa

La Defensa is a femme-led 501(c)(4) advocacy organization dedicated to shifting Los Angeles County’s reliance on criminalization and incarceration towards systems of care that center human dignity.

SCORECARDS:

Craig Huey’s Election Forum California Voter Guide

Grade: 4 out of 5 stars. Very good candidate.

Craig Huey’s Election Forum 2026 California voter guide help conservatives, Christians, Republicans, and libertarians vote for—not against—their values.

Los Angeles County Bar Association

Grade: Well Qualified

To be “Well Qualified,” the candidate must possess professional ability, experience, competence, integrity and temperament indicative of superior fitness to perform the judicial function with a high degree of skill and effectiveness.

David Dejute (Non Partisan)

Law Professor/Attorney

website

ENDORSEMENTS:

Americans for Democratic Action, Southern California

Americans for Democratic Action is a nationwide, multi-issue progressive/Left organization that was founded by Eleanor Roosevelt in 1947. We are working on supporting and electing progressive candidates who will put the needs of their constituents ahead of corporate donors.

Avance Los Angeles Democratic Club

We are confident these leaders will champion policies that uplift Latino families, strengthen our neighborhoods, and advance Avance’s mission to build enduring Latino political power.

LA Progressive

LA Progressive is an independent, justice-driven publication amplifying the voices, struggles, and triumphs of those working toward a more equitable America.

Los Angeles County Democratic Party
Los Angeles Sentinel
Thrive LA

The moderate, pro-Los Angeles voice in city and county politics. To ensure extremists are blocked from the General Election ballot in November, Thrive LA’s Primary Election Voter Guide advises strategic, data-driven voting for viable candidates who oppose extreme ideologies backed by special interests.

SCORECARDS:

Craig Huey’s Election Forum California Voter Guide

Grade: 1 out of 5 stars. Terrible. Do not vote. All your other votes will count.

Craig Huey’s Election Forum 2026 California voter guide help conservatives, Christians, Republicans, and libertarians vote for—not against—their values.

Los Angeles County Bar Association

Grade: Qualified

To be “Qualified,” the candidate must possess professional ability, experience, competence, integrity and temperament indicative of fitness to perform the judicial function satisfactorily.

Judge of the Superior Court

Office No. 116

Paul A. Thompson (Non Partisan)

Deputy District Attorney, County of Los Angeles

website

ENDORSEMENTS:

Americans for Democratic Action, Southern California

Americans for Democratic Action is a nationwide, multi-issue progressive/Left organization that was founded by Eleanor Roosevelt in 1947. We are working on supporting and electing progressive candidates who will put the needs of their constituents ahead of corporate donors.

Avance Los Angeles Democratic Club

We are confident these leaders will champion policies that uplift Latino families, strengthen our neighborhoods, and advance Avance’s mission to build enduring Latino political power.

Black Los Angeles Young Democrats
Democratic Party of San Fernando Valley
Democratic Socialists of America, Los Angeles (DSA-LA)

All across the country, DSA is fighting for a stronger labor movement, a Green New Deal, housing and healthcare as human rights, and more.

GUSD Parents

GUSD Parents exists to provide facts and resources to empower everyone to advocate for and support public education in order to protect this fundamental part of our democracy. We are actively engaged in supporting local and state candidates and ballot propositions that support public school students.

Knock LA

Knock LA is a journalism and commentary project by Ground Game LA. We are dedicated to giving a voice to the left and uplifting marginalized communities.

La Defensa

La Defensa is a femme-led 501(c)(4) advocacy organization dedicated to shifting Los Angeles County’s reliance on criminalization and incarceration towards systems of care that center human dignity.

LA Progressive

LA Progressive is an independent, justice-driven publication amplifying the voices, struggles, and triumphs of those working toward a more equitable America.

Los Angeles County Democratic Party
Los Angeles Sentinel
Stonewall Democratic Club

SCORECARDS:

Craig Huey’s Election Forum California Voter Guide

Grade: 1 out of 5 stars. Terrible. Do not vote. All your other votes will count.

Craig Huey’s Election Forum 2026 California voter guide help conservatives, Christians, Republicans, and libertarians vote for—not against—their values.

Los Angeles County Bar Association

Grade: Qualified

To be “Qualified,” the candidate must possess professional ability, experience, competence, integrity and temperament indicative of fitness to perform the judicial function satisfactorily.

Judge of the Superior Court

Office No. 131

David Ross (Non Partisan)

Deputy Alternate Public Defender, County of Los Angeles

website

ENDORSEMENTS:

Americans for Democratic Action, Southern California

Americans for Democratic Action is a nationwide, multi-issue progressive/Left organization that was founded by Eleanor Roosevelt in 1947. We are working on supporting and electing progressive candidates who will put the needs of their constituents ahead of corporate donors.

Avance Los Angeles Democratic Club

We are confident these leaders will champion policies that uplift Latino families, strengthen our neighborhoods, and advance Avance’s mission to build enduring Latino political power.

Black Los Angeles Young Democrats
Democratic Socialists of America, Los Angeles (DSA-LA)

All across the country, DSA is fighting for a stronger labor movement, a Green New Deal, housing and healthcare as human rights, and more.

GUSD Parents

GUSD Parents exists to provide facts and resources to empower everyone to advocate for and support public education in order to protect this fundamental part of our democracy. We are actively engaged in supporting local and state candidates and ballot propositions that support public school students.

Knock LA

Knock LA is a journalism and commentary project by Ground Game LA. We are dedicated to giving a voice to the left and uplifting marginalized communities.

La Defensa

La Defensa is a femme-led 501(c)(4) advocacy organization dedicated to shifting Los Angeles County’s reliance on criminalization and incarceration towards systems of care that center human dignity.

LA Progressive

LA Progressive is an independent, justice-driven publication amplifying the voices, struggles, and triumphs of those working toward a more equitable America.

Los Angeles Sentinel

SCORECARDS:

Craig Huey’s Election Forum California Voter Guide

Grade: 1 out of 5 stars. Terrible. Do not vote. All your other votes will count.

Craig Huey’s Election Forum 2026 California voter guide help conservatives, Christians, Republicans, and libertarians vote for—not against—their values.

Los Angeles County Bar Association

Grade: Qualified

To be “Qualified,” the candidate must possess professional ability, experience, competence, integrity and temperament indicative of fitness to perform the judicial function satisfactorily.

Donna Tryfman (Non Partisan)

Deputy Public Defender, County of Los Angeles

website

ENDORSEMENTS:

Democratic Party of San Fernando Valley
LA Progressive

LA Progressive is an independent, justice-driven publication amplifying the voices, struggles, and triumphs of those working toward a more equitable America.

Thrive LA

The moderate, pro-Los Angeles voice in city and county politics. To ensure extremists are blocked from the General Election ballot in November, Thrive LA’s Primary Election Voter Guide advises strategic, data-driven voting for viable candidates who oppose extreme ideologies backed by special interests.

SCORECARDS:

Craig Huey’s Election Forum California Voter Guide

Grade: 2 out of 5 stars. Vote only to prevent worse candidates from winning.

Craig Huey’s Election Forum 2026 California voter guide help conservatives, Christians, Republicans, and libertarians vote for—not against—their values.

Los Angeles County Bar Association

Grade: Qualified

To be “Qualified,” the candidate must possess professional ability, experience, competence, integrity and temperament indicative of fitness to perform the judicial function satisfactorily.

Carlos Dammeier (Non Partisan)

Administrative Law Judge, Unemployment Insurance Appeals Board, State of California

website

ENDORSEMENTS:

None found. Check back for updates.

SCORECARDS:

Craig Huey’s Election Forum California Voter Guide

Grade: 2 out of 5 stars. Vote only to prevent worse candidates from winning.

Craig Huey’s Election Forum 2026 California voter guide help conservatives, Christians, Republicans, and libertarians vote for—not against—their values.

Los Angeles County Bar Association

Grade: Qualified

To be “Qualified,” the candidate must possess professional ability, experience, competence, integrity and temperament indicative of fitness to perform the judicial function satisfactorily.

Troy W. Slaten (Non Partisan)

Administrative Law Judge, Department of Industrial Relations, State of California

ENDORSEMENTS:

None found. Check back for updates.

SCORECARDS:

Craig Huey’s Election Forum California Voter Guide

Grade: 3 out of 5 stars. Acceptable.

Craig Huey’s Election Forum 2026 California voter guide help conservatives, Christians, Republicans, and libertarians vote for—not against—their values.

Los Angeles County Bar Association

Grade: Qualified

To be “Qualified,” the candidate must possess professional ability, experience, competence, integrity and temperament indicative of fitness to perform the judicial function satisfactorily.

Judge of the Superior Court

Office No. 141

Mariela Torres (Non Partisan)

Deputy District Attorney, County of Los Angeles

ENDORSEMENTS:

Avance Los Angeles Democratic Club

We are confident these leaders will champion policies that uplift Latino families, strengthen our neighborhoods, and advance Avance’s mission to build enduring Latino political power.

SCORECARDS:

Craig Huey’s Election Forum California Voter Guide

Grade: 2 out of 5 stars. Vote only to prevent worse candidates from winning.

Craig Huey’s Election Forum 2026 California voter guide help conservatives, Christians, Republicans, and libertarians vote for—not against—their values.

Judge of the Superior Court

Office No. 176

Gloria Marin (Non Partisan)

Deputy District Attorney, County of Los Angeles

website

ENDORSEMENTS:

Avance Los Angeles Democratic Club

We are confident these leaders will champion policies that uplift Latino families, strengthen our neighborhoods, and advance Avance’s mission to build enduring Latino political power.

GUSD Parents

GUSD Parents exists to provide facts and resources to empower everyone to advocate for and support public education in order to protect this fundamental part of our democracy. We are actively engaged in supporting local and state candidates and ballot propositions that support public school students.

Thrive LA

The moderate, pro-Los Angeles voice in city and county politics. To ensure extremists are blocked from the General Election ballot in November, Thrive LA’s Primary Election Voter Guide advises strategic, data-driven voting for viable candidates who oppose extreme ideologies backed by special interests.

SCORECARDS:

Craig Huey’s Election Forum California Voter Guide

Grade: 2 out of 5 stars. Vote only to prevent worse candidates from winning.

Craig Huey’s Election Forum 2026 California voter guide help conservatives, Christians, Republicans, and libertarians vote for—not against—their values.

Los Angeles County Bar Association

Grade: Well Qualified

To be “Well Qualified,” the candidate must possess professional ability, experience, competence, integrity and temperament indicative of superior fitness to perform the judicial function with a high degree of skill and effectiveness.

Zachary Smith (Non Partisan)

Deputy Public Defender, County of Los Angeles

website

ENDORSEMENTS:

Americans for Democratic Action, Southern California

Americans for Democratic Action is a nationwide, multi-issue progressive/Left organization that was founded by Eleanor Roosevelt in 1947. We are working on supporting and electing progressive candidates who will put the needs of their constituents ahead of corporate donors.

Knock LA

Knock LA is a journalism and commentary project by Ground Game LA. We are dedicated to giving a voice to the left and uplifting marginalized communities.

La Defensa

La Defensa is a femme-led 501(c)(4) advocacy organization dedicated to shifting Los Angeles County’s reliance on criminalization and incarceration towards systems of care that center human dignity.

LA Progressive

LA Progressive is an independent, justice-driven publication amplifying the voices, struggles, and triumphs of those working toward a more equitable America.

Los Angeles County Democratic Party
Los Angeles Sentinel

SCORECARDS:

Craig Huey’s Election Forum California Voter Guide

Grade: 1 out of 5 stars. Terrible. Do not vote. All your other votes will count.

Craig Huey’s Election Forum 2026 California voter guide help conservatives, Christians, Republicans, and libertarians vote for—not against—their values.

Los Angeles County Bar Association

Grade: Qualified

To be “Qualified,” the candidate must possess professional ability, experience, competence, integrity and temperament indicative of fitness to perform the judicial function satisfactorily.

Judge of the Superior Court

Office No. 181

Thanayi Lindsey (Non Partisan)

Administrative Law Judge, Office of Administrative Hearings, State of California

ENDORSEMENTS:

Knock LA

Knock LA is a journalism and commentary project by Ground Game LA. We are dedicated to giving a voice to the left and uplifting marginalized communities.

La Defensa

La Defensa is a femme-led 501(c)(4) advocacy organization dedicated to shifting Los Angeles County’s reliance on criminalization and incarceration towards systems of care that center human dignity.

SCORECARDS:

Craig Huey’s Election Forum California Voter Guide

Grade: 2 out of 5 stars. Vote only to prevent worse candidates from winning.

Craig Huey’s Election Forum 2026 California voter guide help conservatives, Christians, Republicans, and libertarians vote for—not against—their values.

Los Angeles County Bar Association

Grade: Not Qualified

To be “Not Qualified,” the candidate lacks one or more of the qualities of professional ability, experience, competence, integrity and temperament indicative of fitness to perform the judicial function satisfactorily.

Ryan Dibble (Non Partisan)

Superior Court Commissioner

website

ENDORSEMENTS:

Americans for Democratic Action, Southern California

Americans for Democratic Action is a nationwide, multi-issue progressive/Left organization that was founded by Eleanor Roosevelt in 1947. We are working on supporting and electing progressive candidates who will put the needs of their constituents ahead of corporate donors.

Avance Los Angeles Democratic Club

We are confident these leaders will champion policies that uplift Latino families, strengthen our neighborhoods, and advance Avance’s mission to build enduring Latino political power.

Democratic Party of San Fernando Valley
GUSD Parents

GUSD Parents exists to provide facts and resources to empower everyone to advocate for and support public education in order to protect this fundamental part of our democracy. We are actively engaged in supporting local and state candidates and ballot propositions that support public school students.

LA Progressive

LA Progressive is an independent, justice-driven publication amplifying the voices, struggles, and triumphs of those working toward a more equitable America.

Los Angeles County Democratic Party
Los Angeles Daily News
Los Angeles Sentinel
Thrive LA

The moderate, pro-Los Angeles voice in city and county politics. To ensure extremists are blocked from the General Election ballot in November, Thrive LA’s Primary Election Voter Guide advises strategic, data-driven voting for viable candidates who oppose extreme ideologies backed by special interests.

SCORECARDS:

Craig Huey’s Election Forum California Voter Guide

Grade: 2 out of 5 stars. Vote only to prevent worse candidates from winning.

Craig Huey’s Election Forum 2026 California voter guide help conservatives, Christians, Republicans, and libertarians vote for—not against—their values.

Los Angeles County Bar Association

Grade: Well Qualified

To be “Well Qualified,” the candidate must possess professional ability, experience, competence, integrity and temperament indicative of superior fitness to perform the judicial function with a high degree of skill and effectiveness.

Judge of the Superior Court

Office No. 196

Candice J. Henry (Non Partisan)

Deputy District Attorney, County of Los Angeles

ENDORSEMENTS:

None found. Check back for updates.

SCORECARDS:

Craig Huey’s Election Forum California Voter Guide

Grade: 3 out of 5 stars. Acceptable.

Craig Huey’s Election Forum 2026 California voter guide help conservatives, Christians, Republicans, and libertarians vote for—not against—their values.