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ELECTION 2026
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COMPLETE VOTER GUIDE
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SBWPC Endorsements
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April 29th Endorsement Meeting Results
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| | | | | | | California Lieutenant Governor
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| | California State Superintendent of Public Instruction
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Dear SBWPC Members,
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*At this time, SBWPC has not endorsed a candidate in the upcoming California governor’s race. Several factors remain uncertain, and we believe it is crucial to allow these developments to progress before making a final decision.
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In light of this, we advise you to retain your ballot and return it closer to the end of the voting period. After voters receive their ballots (on the week of May 4th), there will be more debates. Subsequently, new polls will reveal a frontrunner that voters can support. Instead of mailing your ballot, please consider returning it to an official county ballot drop box.
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Thank you for your patience and for your commitment to participating thoughtfully in this election.
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Sincerely,
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Christina Pizarro
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President, Santa Barbara Women’s Political Committee
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Debate Airs on Tuesday, May 5 at 6pmPT/9pmET
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SBWPC Presents
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Meet & Greet Event
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Meet & Greet Event
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The Santa Barbara Women’s Political Committee (SBWPC) invites members and one guest to a free special event to meet our endorsed candidates for the 2026 Primary Election.
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Event Details
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| • | Location: Mulligan’s Cafe- Banquet Room (Indoor Seating), 3500 McCaw Ave. Santa Barbara, CA. 93105. Ample Parking and walk-in accessibility.
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Refreshments & Hosting
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Appetizers Buffet & Coffee/Iced Tea/Lemonade Beverage Station. A full (no host) bar will be available. Hostesses: ej Borah, Membership Co-Chair & Christina Pizarro, SBWPC President (No cost for members). Endorsed Candidates are welcome to bring signs and campaign materials; a dedicated display table will be provided.
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As ballots are scheduled to be mailed on May 4th for the June 2, 2026 Primary Election, this event offers a unique opportunity to engage directly with the endorsed slate and learn about their visions for our community and the state.
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Endorsed Candidates Featured
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The following leaders have been officially endorsed by the SBWPC for their steadfast commitment to feminist values of social, political, racial and economic gender equality.
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| | | | | U.S. House of Representatives, 24th District
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| | California State Assembly, 37th District
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| | Santa Barbara County Supervisor, District 2
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| | Santa Barbara County Clerk-Recorder Assessor
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| | Santa Barbara County Auditor-Controller
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Join us at Mulligan’s to support the leaders who will represent our families and values.
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Upcoming Events
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May Day 5.1.26 at 2 PM De La Guerra Plaza | No Work, No School, No Shopping, ICE OUT
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Field Trip to the Theater | May 30, 2PM at Rubicon Theatre, Ventura
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Santa Barbara Literary Festival | May 2-3 2026
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Use the code SBLF25 for 25% off tickets.
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DARING WOMEN
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Sunday, May 3rd | 10:00–11:30 a.m. | SBIFF Riviera Theatre
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Featuring Beatrice Dixon (founder of the Honey Pot Company), Shannon Watts (founder of Moms Demand Action), Justina Blakeney (artist, designer, and NYT bestselling author), and Katherine Stewart (author of Money, Lies, and God), moderated by Dr. Jennifer Freed. These are women who have faced resistance and pushback at every turn — and transformed every obstacle into creativity, justice, and lasting impact. This event is free and open to the public.
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Member Training & Leadership
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To build a sustainable movement, we are training the next generation of feminist leaders to run for office and manage effective campaigns.
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| • | Candidate Development Workshops:
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| ○ | Nuts and Bolts Workshop (July 16, 2026): Hosted by Mary Rose via Zoom, focusing on campaign foundations.
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| ○ | Media, Messaging, and Money (August 22, 2026): A full-day deep dive at SB Law School featuring leaders Tish Gainey, Council Member Luz Reyes-Martin
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