Alex Padilla for California State Senate

U.S. CONGRESSMAN HOWARD BERMAN
ANNOUNCES SUPPORT OF ALEX PADILLA FOR SENATE
Berman is Valley’s longest-serving elected official

LOS ANGELES – U.S. Congressman Howard Berman today announced his support of Los Angeles City Councilmember Alex Padilla’s campaign for the 20th State Senate District.

“I’m proud to endorse a candidate who has been a great partner on important projects for the Valley. From the new park areas and library at Hansen Dam to the improvements we’re making to reduce traffic congestion, I know that Alex Padilla can be counted on to get the job done,” said Congressman Berman, whose Congressional district includes much of the 20th State Senate District. “Valley residents will be well-served by Alex Padilla in the California State Senate.”

“Congressman Berman is the Valley’s longest-serving elected official and I’m honored to have the endorsement of such a respected and distinguished leader," said Councilmember Padilla.

Congressman Berman has represented the San Fernando Valley for more than three decades, starting with his service in the California State Assembly in 1973. He was elected to Congress in 1982, where he has recently worked to secure hundreds of millions in transportation funding for the Los Angeles region and to help Los Angeles’s entertainment industry through efforts to reduce piracy and runaway production. He consistently receives more than 70 percent of the vote in his district.

Councilmember Padilla is running for the State Senate seat being vacated by State Senator Richard Alarcón. The primary election will be held in June 2006.

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