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The California Democratic Party on Saturday gave a pre-endorsement to San Benito County Supervisor Robert Rivas at the Region 7 Pre-Endorsement Conference. The pre-endorsement comes just three weeks after Rivas officially launched his campaign for the 30th Assembly District, which includes the cities of Morgan Hill, Gilroy, and Hollister.
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“I am extremely proud to have received 80 percent of the vote from local Democrats,” Rivas said. “Winning this pre-endorsement is a sign of the support we’re receiving as we meet with voters around the district.”
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The California Democratic Party sets a high threshold for pre-endorsements. A candidate must receive over 70 percent support from delegates to the pre-endorsement conference. Rivas reached 80 percent support from party leaders and activists.
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“I’m proud to join our Democratic Party in supporting Robert Rivas for State Assembly,” Monterey County Democratic Party Chairman Alan Haffa said. “Robert is a strong leader who is committed to advancing our Democratic values in Sacramento. He knows how to get things done and deliver results.”
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The pre-endorsement is expected to be officially ratified during the California Democratic Party Convention in San Diego on February 25.
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“My campaign is about bringing people together,” Rivas said. “I’m running for State Assembly to fight for good-paying jobs, affordable housing, and great schools. I look forward to visiting every neighborhood in Assembly District 30 to discuss the issues that matter most to our residents.”
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Rivas is a student support manager at San Benito High School and an adjunct professor at Gavilan College.
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More information on Rivas’ campaign for State Assembly can be found at http://www.rivasforassembly.com.
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