Previous Mayor of Santa Monica and current Assemblyman 50th District that includes Santa Monica, Richard Bloom says he and his wife Robbie have this to say about the local Santa Monica Elections:

Santa Monica City Council:

—Mayor Pam O’Connor – A leader with outstanding local experience who is nationally respected, yet focused on the future of Santa Monica. Endorsed by local leaders + Mike Bonin, Zev Yaroslavsky, Eric Garcetti, Fran Pavley, Barack Obama & many more.

—Frank Gruber – A smart progressive with a deep understanding of what it takes to get things done. Supported by community, labor and business leaders.

—Nick Boles – A fresh, thoughtful, millennial voice for Santa Monica; former Coro Fellow. Brings a unique and intelligent perspective to our diverse City.

Santa Monica-Malibu School District Board Of Education:

—Ralph Mechur
—Richard Tahvilderan-Jesswein
—Laurie Lieberman

Santa Monica College Board of Trustees:

—Barry Snell
—Louise Jaffe
—Nancy Greenstein
—Andrew Walzer

Exercise your right to vote!