 Pelosi Supports Cisneros as a Champion of Women’s Rights, Quality Education, and Protecting the Environment Covina, CA – Today, former Los Angeles County Congressman and Under Secretary of Defense Gil Cisneros announced the endorsement of House Speaker Emerita Nancy Pelosi, amplifying the campaign’s momentum and adding a formidable political ally to Cisneros’s corner in the race for California’s 31st Congressional District. “Gil Cisneros is an outstanding public servant and leader,” said Speaker Emerita Nancy Pelosi. “In Congress, we worked together to pass critical legislation to protect a woman’s right to choose, protect our environment, and end gun violence. As Under Secretary of Defense, Gil put our service members and their families first. He led the effort in the Biden administration to stop sexual assault in the military, protect reproductive healthcare, and uplift LGBTQ+ service members. Gil is a shining example of an elected official that fights for people, not corporate special interests. I am proud to endorse him and I look forward to serving with him again. Let’s get Gil on the Hill!” As one of the most powerful figures in American politics, Pelosi’s support is a testament to Cisneros’s capacity to drive change and his potential impact as a representative. It sends a clear signal to voters that Cisneros is not just another candidate but a force to be reckoned with on the national political stage. Recognizing Cisneros’s unwavering dedication to championing accessible healthcare, quality education, and economic opportunities, Pelosi’s backing underscores the campaign’s commitment to advancing a progressive agenda that resonates with the needs of the people. “I am profoundly honored to receive the endorsement of Speaker Emerita Nancy Pelosi,” said Gil Cisneros. ”Speaker Pelosi’s steadfast leadership and unwavering commitment to advancing progressive values have been transformative for our nation. This endorsement not only reflects her confidence in our shared vision for a better America, but also underscores the importance of our collective pursuit of accessible healthcare, quality education, and economic opportunities for all.” The endorsement comes on the heels on endorsements from Los Angeles County Supervisor Hilda Solis, neighboring California Congresswoman Judy Chu, the Hispanic Congressional Hispanic Caucus’ BOLD PAC, California Environmental Voters, SEIU California, Democrats Serve, the New Democratic Coalition Action Fund, Operating Engineers Local 12, the International Association of Sheet Metal, Air, Rail, and Transportation Workers, and the International Union of Painters and Allied Trades District Council 36. A full endorsement list can be found here. ### Gil Cisneros is the former Under Secretary of Defense for Personnel and Readiness, and the Military’s Chief Inclusion and Diversity Officer. A former U.S. Naval Officer, Gil was awarded the Navy Commendation Medal, Navy Achievement Medal (2), the National Defense Medal, and the Armed Forces Expeditionary Medal for his exemplary service to his country. From 2019 to 2021, Cisneros served as U.S. representative for Los Angeles County in California’s 39th Congressional District where he served on the Armed Services and Veterans Affairs committees. Gil is an advocate and co-founder of The Gilbert & Jacki Cisneros Foundation, an organization committed to improving the level of Hispanic education in the country and the lives of Veterans. Gilbert’s dedication toward philanthropy began when he purchased a winning California Mega Millions lottery ticket in 2010. Gil and Jacki partnered with the Hispanic Scholarship Fund and the city of Pico Rivera, California to create Generation First Degree Pico Rivera, with the goal of putting a college degree in every Hispanic household in the city. Gil’s commitment to education led him to be appointed to former First Lady Michelle Obama’s Reach Higher Initiative’s advisory board. California’s 31st is an open Congressional District in Los Angeles County covering the San Gabriel Valley. Incumbent Congressmember Grace Napolitano is retiring. The district includes all or part of the Cities of Azusa, Baldwin Park, Bradbury, City of Industry, Covina, Duarte, El Monte, Glendora, Irwindale, La Puente, La Verne, Monrovia, San Dimas, South El Monte, and West Covina. 51.2% of the registered voters in CA-31 identify as Latino, and 15.3% are of Asian or Pacific Islander descent. Gil Cisneros is a former Navy officer and the use of his military rank, job titles and photographs in uniform does not imply endorsement by the Department of the Navy or the Department of Defense. |
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