2024 General Election: Black Women Make History as California and U.S. Senators
November 14, 2024
There is one African American woman currently serving in the California State Senate, Sen. Lola Smallwood-Cuevas (D-Ladera Heights).
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Laura Richardson
Compton Beatification Transforms the Community
May 15, 2024
On April 20, early morning volunteers gathered at 212 West Cypress Street in Compton. Individuals of all ages and ethnic backgrounds, companies, churches along with Pastors came out for the Compton Initiative’s Bright Lights of Compton Lighthouse Event held to clean and beautify Compton.
Richardson is First Candidate in Senate District 35 to Officially Qualify for March Ballot
December 7, 2023
Laura Richardson’s campaign reached a big milestone last Friday when she received a call from the County Clerk’s office, verifying her official placement on the ballot for the upcoming March 5, 2024 election.
Richardson Secures Endorsement of Prominent Business Organization
November 16, 2023
On Nov. 13, Laura Richardson secured a pivotal endorsement from Citizens for Accountable Leadership (CAL) following an exhaustive interview process. Comprising distinguished business and community leaders in Southern California, CAL has a rich history, having previously organized as the African American Leadership Finance Council for the Joe Biden/Kamala Harris Campaign. The group decided to continue its efforts as an unincorporated association under the name Citizens for Accountable Leadership (CAL). Its dual mission is to provide a platform for candidates to discuss issues that are relevant to the community and to promote political engagement, education, and empowerment. Additionally, CAL raises funds
Laura Richardson Announces Candidacy for California Senate
May 18, 2023
Laura Richardson has declared her candidacy for California’s 35th Senate District to replace Senator Steven Bradford, who is termed out.