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Concord Resident Running For Central Committee

Leslie Baxter is a local community leader running for Contra Costa County Central Committee and endorsed by national groups.

2024 Contra Costa County Democratic Party Central Committee Candidates Michelle Simone, Leslie Baxter, Laura Patch, Ena Silva endorsed by Our Revolution National and California Working Families Party (Design Ena Silva)
2024 Contra Costa County Democratic Party Central Committee Candidates Michelle Simone, Leslie Baxter, Laura Patch, Ena Silva endorsed by Our Revolution National and California Working Families Party (Design Ena Silva)

In a groundbreaking turn of events during this election cycle, local campaigns are experiencing a notable surge in support from state and national organizations. The spotlight shines on the endorsements received by nine Democratic Central Committee Candidates across Contra Costa County, courtesy of Our Revolution National and the Working Families Party of California.
This collaborative slate features a Concord resident, Leslie Baxter, alongside two Pleasant Hill residents, Michelle Simone and Ena Silva, and Walnut Creek resident Laura Patch. This slate of candidates represents a powerful alignment of community leaders and elected officials. The endorsement from Our Revolution National, an organization born from the Bernie Sanders presidential campaign, alongside the multi-union supported Working Families Party of California, underscores the significance of these small central committee races in shaping the local political landscape.
The unprecedented support for this collective slate signals a broader acknowledgment of the crucial role central committee races play in our community. It injects a fresh wave of energy and vision into local campaigns, highlighting the pivotal role of grassroots efforts in Contra Costa County.
“Think global, act local," is a popular saying among active community members and this convergence of national and state organizations in local politics is nothing short of inspiring for our county residents. The endorsement momentum prompts us to embrace the transformative energy these candidates bring to our community and how that energy can make a difference. As we approach this election, it's crucial to recognize that our choices extend beyond the ballot—they actively contribute to shaping the narrative of Contra Costa County's future. Down ballot races matter.
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