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California Professional Firefighters Endorse Assemblymember Esmeralda Soria for State Senate District 14
MERCED, CA – Today, Assemblymember Esmeralda Soria announced the endorsement of the California Professional Firefighters (CPF), which represents more than 38,000 full-time firefighters and emergency medical responders across the state. The endorsement comes on the heels of Soria’s dominant performance in the California Democratic Party Pre-Endorsing Conference and a strong fundraising report showing nearly $900k raised and $800k cash on hand.
“California’s firefighters are on the front lines every day protecting our families, our homes, and our communities,” said Assemblymember Soria. “I’m honored to have their trust and support in this campaign. I’ve been proud to work alongside CPF members throughout my time in the Assembly, and I look forward to continuing that partnership in the State Senate to ensure they have the resources, protections, and respect they deserve.”
CPF President Brian K. Rice praised Soria’s record of partnership with firefighters and commitment to public safety:
“Assemblymember Soria has always shown up for our firefighters and emergency responders. She understands the challenges we face on the front lines and has worked to ensure we have the resources and respect we need to protect our communities. California’s fire service is proud to stand with her in this campaign for State Senate.”
This endorsement continues Soria’s momentum as she consolidates support from public safety professionals like Attorney General Rob Bonta, labor unions like SEIU and AFSCME, and elected officials across Senate District 14 like Fowler Mayor Juan Mejia, Madera County Supervisor Leticia Gonzalez, Merced Mayor Matthew Serratto, and Fresno City Councilmember Miguel Arias. From Clovis to Los Banos, Soria has built a campaign rooted in service, trust, and a proven record of delivering for the Central Valley.
For more information and a full list of endorsements, visit www.soriaforcalifornia.com
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