Who supports Wendy Greuel?

Public Safety Groups

Tyler Izen, President, The Los Angeles Police Protective League:

“Wendy’s background of working in the private sector, both in a small family business and in a major studio in the entertainment industry, along with her knowledge and experience of serving our city as a Councilmember and as City Controller, demonstrate that she has a strong understanding of public safety and what it takes in order keep Los Angeles safe. Wendy recognizes the importance of putting public safety first while at the same time working on issues that people really care about, like creating jobs, fixing potholes and fighting waste, fraud and abuse in city government.”

“Los Angeles firefighters are so proud to give Wendy Greuel our enthusiastic support. Wendy has always fought to make sure we have the resources we need to keep the city safe, and as mayor she'll make government more accountable. Wendy will work to create jobs and expand our middle class so families across the city can prosper. And she'll prioritize public safety so we can put an end to the dysfunctional Fire Department deployment plan that increased LAFD response times. Wendy will not only fight to keep Angelenos safe, she'll fight to keep our firefighters safe."

Frank Lima, President, UFLAC:

“We need a Mayor who will prioritize public safety and ensure that police and fire departments have the resources they need to keep residents across the city safe. The Council has cut the fire department down to the bone through ongoing budget reductions that reach over $80 million. Other mayoral candidates sat on the sidelines while these cuts were implemented. The New Deployment Plan has led to increased response times and permanent closures to Fire Trucks, Fire Engines, Ambulances, Paramedics and Inspectors throughout the city. These cuts are a dangerous gamble and put residents’ and our firefighter's safety at risk. Angelenos need a leader who won’t gamble with our safety—they need a Mayor who will put our safety first.”

Jen Wong, President of LEAAP (Law Enforcement Association of Asian Pacifics):

“Los Angeles needs a Mayor who puts public safety first. That candidate is Wendy Greuel. Wendy has demonstrated her ability to deliver results for all of Los Angeles, and as Mayor, we’re confident she’ll make sure residents in every neighborhood have ample police and fire protection. We are proud to join the ranks of other law enforcement groups in announcing our strong support of Wendy Greuel for Mayor of Los Angeles.”

Federal Elected Officials

U.S. Sen. Barbara Boxer:

“I've known Wendy Greuel for two decades. Wendy is a proven leader who will focus on revitalizing our economy and creating jobs. I look forward to working with Wendy on priorities such as continuing to build a world class transportation system for the people of Los Angeles. This year, we made history by electing unprecedented numbers of women to the House and Senate. Next year, Angelenos can make history by electing Wendy Greuel as the first woman to serve as Mayor of Los Angeles."

U.S. Congresswoman Janice Hahn:

"I've known Wendy Greuel for close to 15 years and I know that as mayor she will stand up for Angelenos all across the city. Her entire career she's fought for the issues important to San Pedro, Wilmington, the Harbor Gateway and all of LA: creating jobs, making government more accountable, turning Los Angeles into a sustainable city with a modern transportation system, and having a world-class port that is the nation's busiest — and its most environmentally conscious. Let's help her make history by becoming Los Angeles' first woman mayor, it's about time."

U.S. Congressman Tony Cardenas:

"As a colleague, as a neighbor, and even as a former political rival, I am proud to support Wendy Greuel for Mayor for the City of Los Angeles. I have worked with Wendy as a Councilmember and as a Controller, and while we did not agree on every issue I can tell you she always brought integrity and intelligence to the discussion. I know that she is the candidate who will provide the leadership and fiscal responsibility we need to move our City forward, who will represent parts of the San Fernando Valley in Congress. Wendy Greuel has always embraced the rich diversity of our City. Her election gives our city a historic opportunity and I know she will do an exceptional job representing the needs of all Angelenos when she becomes our City's leader."

State Elected Officials

CA Assembly Speaker John Pérez:

“I have known Wendy for more than a decade and I know she understands how to get things done. Throughout her career Wendy Greuel has fought to create jobs, return million of dollars to small businesses, and improve Los Angeles’ streets and public transit system. Wendy understands the needs of working people and of business owners alike and can bring them together to rebuild our economy. Wendy will be a fighter for Angelenos across the city and she has my enthusiastic support."

Alex Padilla, CA State Senator and former LA City Councilmember

"Wendy Greuel has a decades-long record of leadership and public service. From her time working with Mayor Bradley to her time in the Clinton Administration, Wendy has always delivered for the Valley and the City. And her experience in the private sector gives her a valuable perspective on job creation and one of the city's most important economic engines."

Former State Assembly Speaker Bob Hertzberg (ret.):

“Wendy Greuel’s authenticity, her passion and drive for excellence in city government, coupled with her proven ability to deliver tangible results for the residents of LA are why I’m pleased to give her my enthusiastic endorsement. She’s the only candidate in the race with an extensive background of working in the private sector who knows what it’s like to be a small business owner and work as an executive. At the same time, she knows how to navigate city government because of her work under former Mayor Tom Bradley, and as an elected City Councilmember and City Controller.”

“I look forward to working with Wendy and her team to elect Wendy as Mayor of Los Angeles. Wendy is the best candidate to lead our city into a new direction—one that that has its fiscal house in order, brings businesses back, and establishes Los Angeles as a hub for economic opportunity and growth once again.”

Felipe Fuentes, CA State Assemblyman:

"I was proud to work with Wendy Greuel to extend California's Film Tax Credit and ensure that we're keeping jobs here in Los Angeles. For years, she's fought to help businesses across the city and get folks working again,"

State Senator Fran Pavley

“I know Wendy Greuel would make a great Mayor. With her record as Controller, Wendy is uniquely qualified to revitalize our economy and improve education while getting the city's financial house in order. And when it comes to protecting the environment, Wendy has a deep personal commitment to environmental protection and creating a more sustainable city. I am proud to give her my full support.”

CA Assemblymember Betsy Butler (ret.):

“We need a Mayor who will get Los Angeles back on its feet. No candidate is better positioned than Wendy Greuel to bring transparency and accountability to Los Angeles city government. Whether it's creating jobs, ending runaway production, or providing more afterschool programs for our kids, Wendy Greuel has the experience to get things done. That is why I am proud to endorse Wendy Greuel for Mayor of Los Angeles.”

CA Assemblymember Bonnie Lowenthal:

“I’ve known Wendy Greuel for years. We’ve worked together on a number of critical issues including economic development, transit expansion, and the modernization of the Port of Los Angeles. From my firsthand experience, I know that she’s tenacious and tough. I am confident she’ll be an outstanding Mayor.”

CA Assemblymember Nancy Skinner:

"Wendy Greuel is the real deal. She'll bring common sense and a hands-on approach to the Los Angeles Mayor's office. Just like she's done as Controller, she'll roll up her sleeves and get to the root of the City's problems. And once she identifies the problems, she won't just ignore them or kick the can down the road. Instead, she'll be the straight shooting, truth-teller to the City's residents, just as she's done every day as LA's taxpayer watchdog. Wendy Greuel is more than just a talker--she walks the walk, and puts words into action. That's why I'm pleased to give her my strong endorsement."

Local Elected Officials

Jose Huizar, LA City Councilmember, District 14:

“I worked with Wendy on the City Council and whether it was making the City more business friendly or fixing our streets, she has shown that she knows how to get Los Angeles back on track,”

Bill Rosendahl, LA City Councilmember, District 11:

“Wendy Greuel is smart, levelheaded, and candid—all critical assets that we’ll need in our next Mayor. In these tough financial times, her savvy experience as Controller and as a small businesswoman will help her tackle our city’s problems head-on. As Mayor, I know she’ll work to bring LA back to fiscal solvency. Her priorities are right on track: protecting workers, cutting costs where possible, and enhancing our business climate so that we can create more jobs and grow our middle class. She has my full support.”

Nury Martinez, LAUSD Board Member:

"Wendy Greuel has a deep commitment to ensure our schools prepare children for the future. Wendy knows first-hand the challenges our schools face, because she is an active parent who sends her son to their neighborhood public school. As moms with a personal stake in the quality of our schools, Wendy and I have worked together to get more resources to the classroom."

Laura N. Chick, former Controller of Los Angeles:

"In the past, especially in my role as City Controller, I have been critical of the leadership and management of Los Angeles City government. While I have not lived in the city these past 2 years, I have stayed close and involved, visited often, and watched and listened carefully.

"Los Angeles is a city I know very well and love very much, but it stands at a crossroads. As the 21st Century still unfolds, this City desperately needs a Mayor who is a committed, focused and experienced manager, as well as someone who can be a visionary leader. Those qualities are hard to find--and almost impossible to find all rolled up into one person. Fortunately, Los Angeles has such a person... and she is running for Mayor. I am proud to enthusiastically endorse Wendy Greuel to be the next Mayor of Los Angeles. I have known Wendy for over two decades, first witnessing her in action when she worked for Mayor Tom Bradley. Over the years I have followed her journey and have been impressed... so impressed that I tried to recruit her to run for the Third City Council District when I was termed out of that office.

"She chose instead a year later to run successfully for the Second City Council District representing the East Valley. Wendy was a strong and energetic representative for her constituents. She became a tireless advocate for small businesses working to eliminate burdensome regulations and cut red tape.

"As City Controller, Wendy has proven herself to be a skilled manager of the fiscal operations of the City. As the taxpayers' watchdog, she has pushed time and again to increase openness and transparency. Wendy has raised the red flag to alert City leaders and the public to financial problems and operational efficiencies.

"Now Los Angeles needs Wendy Greuel in the Mayor's Office. Her experience in both the public and private sector is exactly what Los Angeles needs in a Mayor. She knows what it takes in the business world to create jobs and how the City can play a role in doing that. She is also an innovative thinker who will find ways to improve day-to-day operations and to protect the taxpayers' precious public dollars.

"The next few years will not be easy ones for Los Angeles. The great recession has left small businesses reeling, families struggling to make ends meet and the City's coffers depleted. It will take an energetic, experienced and devoted leader to get Los Angeles moving again. That leader is Wendy Greuel. Please join me in supporting Wendy Greuel to be the next Mayor of Los Angeles.”

George Gascón, District Attorney of San Francisco and former Los Angeles Police Department Officer:

“Wendy Greuel has what it takes to get Los Angeles back on track. In these tough times, she is by far the candidate who is best equipped to navigate Los Angeles back to stable waters. I’m convinced that as Mayor, Wendy will be steadfast in her commitment to public safety, while making government more efficient and working to grow the city’s economy and create more jobs. I am proud to give her my full support.”

Labor Endorsements

Bill Waggoner, Business Manager for Operating Engineers Local 12:

“Wendy Greuel is a champion for Los Angeles workers. We have fought together for years for fair wages, Project Labor Agreements, defending workers' rights, increasing access to healthcare, and transit Measures R and J. She's got the experience to grow our economy and create good-paying jobs. Wendy will stop the cycle of crisis, layoffs and cuts that have hurt our economy, and she'll make government more accountable to the people. Wendy will be a great mayor for all of LA, and we're proud to support her."

Gary Cook, Business Manager, UA 78

“Wendy Greuel has stood up for working men and women over and over again, and she has the experience and the vision to get Los Angeles' economy moving again and create good-paying jobs. She'll be a great mayor for all of Los Angeles by creating a modern public transit system, improving our schools, and making sure jobs are staying here in LA. She has our complete support."

Leo Reed, Secretary Treasurer, Teamsters Local 399:

“Wendy Greuel has an unparalleled track record when it comes to working for and advocating on behalf of the entertainment industry. As Mayor, we are confident she'll put an end to runaway production by making sure studios have the incentives they need to keep production jobs here, in Los Angeles. Wendy has stood shoulder to shoulder with us in the past, and we’re proud to stand shoulder to shoulder with her now, because she’ll make a great mayor for all of Los Angeles.”

Sid Stolper, Business Manager, Southern California Pipe Trades District Council 16:

"The Southern California Pipe Trades District Council #16 is proud to endorse Wendy. Whether it's pushing for fair wages or access to affordable health care, we know that Wendy is going to fight every day to make sure that California workers are treated with respect. Wendy has a deep understanding of the issues that matter most to our members and she's been a strong ally for us, always pushing for PLA's and more investments in critical infrastructure projects that create good jobs and help to rebuild our economy. That's what she's done as Councilwoman and Controller, and that's why working men and women all across Los Angeles are continuing to choose Wendy."

Chris Brown, Business Manager of I.U.O.E. Local 501:

“Wendy Greuel has always stood shoulder-to-shoulder with working people on the issues we care most about. She’s been someone we can count on to deliver results, who’s truthful, passionate, and dedicated to helping to grow the middle class. We know that she’ll work hard to get our city’s economy back on track by attracting new industries and securing critical investments in our infrastructure and transportation systems that will ultimately create thousands of new good paying jobs.”

Dave Campbell, Secretary-Treasurer of USW Local 675:

“Given our lackluster economy, it is absolutely critical that we elect a new Mayor who is committed to thinking long-term, improving our local economy, and creating more good paying local jobs so that we can grow our middle class. Wendy Greuel’s track record is unmatched by anyone else in this race, between her private sector work, her time as a City Councilwoman, and now as our City Controller, she’s always been a leader that Angelenos can count on to deliver results. In these difficult times, we need her leadership to help guide our city out of this economic slump and back to prosperity, which is why we are - proud to endorse her campaign to be Los Angeles’ next Mayor.”

Neil Silver, President, ATU Local 1277:

“After carefully reviewing all of the candidates in the race to be Los Angeles’ next Mayor, we decided to strongly back Wendy Greuel because she’s honest, smart, and the best candidate for working families. Throughout her career, she’s built up a reputation for standing up for those without a voice, for workers, and the middle class. She’s a dynamic, forward-thinking, and innovative leader who’s action-oriented and solutions driven, especially when it comes to transportation issues. We believe that Los Angeles will once again live up to its fullest potential with Wendy as our Mayor.”

Maggie Cook, President, TCU Local 1315:

“Wendy Greuel understands the needs of working men and women and their families. She gets that local governments shouldn’t be in the business of balancing their budgets on the backs of working people. Instead, as Controller, she’s outlined a blueprint of over $130 million dollars of waste, fraud, and abuse in government to help to close the city’s budget gap. Beyond the budget, as Mayor, we know that she’ll focus on reinvigorating our local economy by helping to secure critical infrastructure investments in mass transit and other projects, which will translate into job growth. Throughout her career, Wendy has been our ally and our friend. We are proud to stand with her in this campaign and give her our full support.”

Cathy Familathe, President, ILWU Southern California District Council:

“Wendy Greuel is a fighter and bold champion for working people—and that’s what Los Angeles residents need in their next Mayor. She understands we need good, family-wage jobs and better schools for our kids. We know that Wendy will bring compassion, innovation, and determination to the Mayor’s office, and she’ll lead Los Angeles into better days. She’ll be a fierce advocate for the Port and the jobs that depend on it. That’s why we are proud to endorse her for Mayor.”

Robert Smith, Political Director, Painters and Allied Trades District Council 36:

“We are pleased to strongly and enthusiastically endorse Wendy Greuel for Mayor. It’s time for a major overhaul and a real transformation of our city government, and there is nobody better suited to lead that movement than Wendy. Her broad resume of experience working in government and in the private sector, coupled with her comprehensive understanding of our local economy provides her with the necessary knowledge and skills needed from our next Mayor to help spur economic growth and create more good paying middle class jobs in Los Angeles. We are confident that she’ll be an outstanding Mayor and a strong voice for the residents of our city.”

Community Groups

Alfred Fraijo, Jr. President of HONOR PAC:

“Wendy has a strong record supporting the LGBT community throughout her career in public service. In 2008, Wendy stood alongside our organization in the fight to defeat Proposition 8. We know that Wendy will be an ally to the Latino and LGBT communities and we look forward to working with her to advance our collective vision of achieving a state of equality for all Angelenos.”

Celinda Vasquez, Vice President, Planned Parenthood Advocacy Project:

“In Wendy Greuel, we have the opportunity to elect a Mayor who will advance a forward-looking women’s health agenda, not only in local government, but across the country. As the second most populous city in the nation, the Mayor of Los Angeles plays a critical role in shaping the national conversation around issues of importance. We’re confident that Wendy will be a strong voice in support of funding for Planned Parenthood health centers, access to safe, legal abortion, and the needs of women and families in a rapidly evolving health care system.”

Liz Friedman, President, Bruin Democrats:

“The Bruin Democrats are proud to endorse Wendy Greuel for mayor. Wendy is focused on the issues most important to students. She has been a mentor and will work to ensure that young people have a formal voice in the political process. Wendy got her start in politics at UCLA and we know that she will continue to fight for affordable access to world class higher education in Los Angeles.”

Gwendolyn Cross, founder of California Women 4 Women:

“With two women running to be LA’s next Mayor, we decided it was important for us to take an early stand and get behind the candidate who reflects our ideals and who we believe is best positioned to lead our city into brighter days. More than anyone else in the race, Wendy Greuel’s vast background of working in-and-out of government has uniquely prepared her to be our city’s next Mayor. She understands the grave complexities of local government, but also the dynamics and importance of balancing the interests of the business, labor, and environmental communities. Most importantly, Wendy has proven herself as an outspoken truth-teller, an honest broker, and a role model for women all across our city as Controller. We are proud to give her our enthusiastic endorsement."

Community Leaders

John W. Mack, Civil Rights Leader and Public Safety Reformer:

"Wendy Greuel has worked tirelessly to understand and respond to issues confronting so many different communities that make up Los Angeles, and has joined with them in celebrating their diversity. I've known Wendy since her days working for Mayor Tom Bradley where she helped start innovative childcare and after school programs, and worked to create affordable housing and economic development projects throughout Los Angeles. As President of the Urban League, I have worked closely with Wendy to ensure all of our diverse neighborhoods and schools are safe and secure from gangs, guns and drugs, and are policed with respect. Wendy Greuel will be an outstanding Mayor. I know that she'll fight to rebuild our economy and create jobs, especially more jobs for undeserved communities. I am proud to support her and serve as part of her leadership team so that we can build a better Los Angeles for the future."

Dolores Huerta, Co-founder of United Farm Workers and civil rights leader:

"In a field of impressive candidates, I'm supporting Wendy Greuel because I know she has what it takes to stand up for working families as Mayor. Wendy is an effective leader who gets things done and her integrity is unmatched. Wendy has a strong, lifelong commitment to civil rights and equality and will be a Mayor for all Angelenos."

Mary D. Nichols, Chair of California’s Air and Resources Board:

“I am proud to give Wendy Greuel my enthusiastic endorsement. She understands the importance of the city’s role in reducing fossil fuel-based resources, while increasing the use of renewable energy, in order to preserve and protect our environment. With Los Angeles’ population approaching nearly 4 million residents, Wendy Greuel is the best candidate to lead our city into the future with more sustainable long-term growth.”

Jonathan Parfrey, Founding Director of the Green LA Coalition:

“I’ve worked with Wendy Greuel for a number of years. Her steadfast commitment to strong, forward-thinking environmental policies is something I’ve always admired. As Mayor, I’m confident she’ll cultivate and utilize the ingenuity among our city’s environmental community to continue developing innovative environmental policies that promote sustained growth, clean and renewable energy, water conservation, and a new green economy. I am pleased to give her my full support.”

Annise Parker, Mayor of Houston:

"I know what it takes to confront the big challenges facing a big city, and I believe Wendy Greuel would be a tenacious fighter for all of Los Angeles. Wendy's priorities are creating jobs across the city and getting LA's economy back on track, building better schools, keeping LA neighborhoods safe, and making government more accountable to the people. I was proud to make history when I was elected mayor in Houston, and I'm proud to stand with Wendy Greuel as she tries to make history as Los Angeles' first woman mayor."

Grace Yoo, Executive Director, Korean American Coalition:

"Wendy is honest, smart, hard working and the exact person we need as our next Mayor. Wendy's driven to make LA a fiscally sound City. I know I can trust Wendy as she has always kept her word. I have the utmost respect for her and her integrity to serve the interests of all Angelenos."

Hyepin C. Im, President, Korean Churches for Community Development:

"I support Wendy and her vision for a city where no one is left behind. Wendy has been active in the Korean community for years and has shown her leadership and support on the issues important to Korean Americans and all Angelenos. As Controller, Wendy has demonstrated her capacity to be a fiscal watchdog who can root out waste, fraud and abuse. Her past work in the city and federal levels of government, as well as the private sector, will be a major asset to Los Angeles. I look forward to working with her in building a city where all communities can be lifted up."

William Min, respected attorney:

"I support Wendy Greuel as the mayor of Los Angeles because she'll be a leader for the whole city, and is someone who can manage Los Angeles and confront the city's challenges. I am confident that as Mayor, Wendy Greuel will be fair to all communities and she will represent the voice of everyone, not just a few."

Armand Arabian, former California Supreme Court Justice:

"Wendy Greuel has demonstrated that she will be a Mayor for all of Los Angeles. Right now we need a mayor who is going to do whatever it takes to get our economy back on track and make city government accountable to the people. Wendy is a true leader, and I'm proud to endorse her for mayor."

Harut Sassounian, publisher of The California Courier newspaper, and respected community leader:

"I've worked with Wendy Greuel for years on issues important to the Armenian community and to people across Los Angeles. I know she will continue her work to be a fiscal watchdog and make sure we root out waste, fraud and abuse. Wendy has always celebrated Los Angeles' diversity, and she'll do a great job making sure no part of the city is left behind."

Michael Mahdesian:

"To revitalize our economy needs bold leadership. Wendy Greuel has the leadership and experience to make the city's economy thrive again. She knows that most new jobs are created by small businesses and wants to eliminate the business tax completely. She has my full support for mayor."

Lily Balian:

"Wendy Greuel is a lifelong Angeleno who has worked her whole career to create jobs, cultivate entrepreneurship and promote small business growth. She'll bring a background of working in both the private and public sectors, and she has the experience to improve our schools and streets and make sure we have parks and clean air in every part of LA. She'll be a great mayor for the whole city."

Richard Kim, a Deputy Los Angeles City Attorney, President of the Wilshire Center-Koreatown Neighborhood Council, and former President of the Korean American Democratic Committee:

“For far too long, our community has been marginalized and virtually shut out of the political process in Los Angeles. That’s why we decided to band together and get behind Wendy Greuel. We know that as Mayor, she’ll be a bold voice for our community."