Reggie Jones-Sawyer brings a unique blend of business, labor and civil rights background and experience. More than ever, the Legislature needs people of his skill and ability to get things done and turn our state around.
LOS ANGELES, CA—California State Assemblyman Ricardo Lara announced his endorsement of Secretary of the California Democratic Party, Reginald (Reggie) Jones-Sawyer, today in his bid to fill California’s new 59th Assembly District seat.
“Right now our economy is in shambles, and our state is in desperate need of reforms that can help to create jobs,” said Assemblyman Lara. “I’m endorsing Reggie because he has an understanding of the complexities of government, and how streamlining projects and cutting the red tape can help to reduce the burdens that prevent businesses from growing at the pace they need to, in order to hire more workers.”
“Assemblyman Lara’s endorsement of my candidacy speaks to our shared commitment of creating more good paying jobs, helping to rebuild our economy, improving our schools, ensuring a clean environment, and keeping our streets safe through increased public safety measures,” said Jones-Sawyer. “I am honored to have his support.”
In addition to today’s endorsement, Jones-Sawyer has racked up a powerful list of endorsements including, California State Assemblyman Felipe Fuentes, State Assemblyman Gil Cedillo, State Senator Alex Padilla, Los Angeles City Councilwoman Jan Perry, Los Angeles City Controller Wendy Greuel, National Association of Letter Carriers Branch 24, and the Los Angeles Professional Managers Association.
The new 59th Florence-Graham District includes many of the same neighborhoods in the former 48th Assembly District.
Jones-Sawyer currently serves as Director of Asset Management for the City of Los Angeles, Secretary of the California Democratic Party, Board Member of Los Angeles County’s Small Business Commission, and Vice President of the Los Angeles Professional Managers Association (affiliated with SEIU Local 721). His history of public service includes formerly serving as Chair of the Southern Christian Leadership Conference and Assistant Deputy Mayor for the City of Los Angeles.
