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Endorsed Candidates

April 22, 2026

The Santa Barbara Women's Political Committee (SBWPC) is a non-partisan political action committee dedicated to promoting a feminist agenda. We proudly endorse leaders who embody feminist values of social, racial, and gender equality.

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Published April 22, 2026. Updated April 29th, 2026

Election Day: June 2, 2026

Ballots Mailed: May 4, 2026

The Santa Barbara Women's Political Committee (SBWPC) is a non-partisan political action committee dedicated to promoting a feminist agenda. We proudly endorse leaders who embody feminist values of social, racial, and gender equality. These candidates have demonstrated a steadfast commitment to achieving political and social change.

Federal Race

  • U.S. House of Representatives, 24th District: Salud Carbajal

California Statewide Candidates

  • California Governor: No Endorsement
  • California Lieutenant Governor: Fiona Ma
  • California Attorney General: Rob Bonta
  • California Secretary of State: Shirley Weber
  • California State Controller: Malia Cohen
  • California State Treasurer: Anna Caballero
  • California Superintendent of Schools: No Endorsement
  • CA State Assembly, 37th District: Gregg Hart

Local Santa Barbara County Races

  • SB County Supervisor, District 2: Laura Capps
  • SB County Clerk-Recorder Assessor: Melinda Greene
  • SB County Auditor-Controller: Kyle Slattery

Important Voter Information

Election Day: June 2, 2026

Mission: Our goal is to elect candidates who champion legislation favoring the many, not just the few. The SBWPC focuses on endorsing candidates who align with core positions against discrimination based on gender, race, ethnicity, and sexual orientation.

Official Guide: Check out Official 2026 California Primary Here (opens in a new tab)

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