This candidate has historically taken DMFI money; most recently Ansari has signed Block the Bombs legislation and voted in support of Thomas Massie's amendment to end military aid to Israel
This candidate has historically taken DMFI money; most recently Ansari has signed Block the Bombs legislation and voted in support of Thomas Massie's amendment to end military aid to Israel
California runs a jungle primary system. That means that regardless of party, the top two candidates will advance in November. With current polling, the top two candidates must secure at least 15% of the vote to place in the top two.
Endorsed by: Large federation of labor groups + Our Revolution. Recommended, not endorsed by DSA
Does not take war lobby money; supports a billionaire tax. Has called for abolishing ICE with a 5-point plan. His hedge fund Farallon previously invested in fossil fuels and private prison company CoreCivic — he divested in 2006 and later expressed regret. Has publicly criticized AIPAC as "dark money with no place in politics," drawing pro-Israel backlash. Stance on anti-BDS legislation unknown. Pledged to enforce AB-715 at the Skirball Forum.
Endorsed by: Large federation of labor groups + Our Revolution. Recommended, not endorsed by DSA
Does not take war lobby money; supports a billionaire tax. Has called for abolishing ICE with a 5-point plan. His hedge fund Farallon previously invested in fossil fuels and private prison company CoreCivic — he divested in 2006 and later expressed regret. Has publicly criticized AIPAC as "dark money with no place in politics," drawing pro-Israel backlash. Stance on anti-BDS legislation unknown. Pledged to enforce AB-715 at the Skirball Forum.
Green Party write-in candidate (removed from ballot by the Secretary of State). Takes no war lobby money; calls Israel's assault a genocide. Supports immediate divestment of state pension funds and UC/CSU from Israeli military-linked corporations, revoking anti-BDS legislation, and ending state tax dollar complicity in genocide. Supports a billionaire tax and abolishing ICE.
Green Party write-in candidate (removed from ballot by the Secretary of State). Takes no war lobby money; calls Israel's assault a genocide. Supports immediate divestment of state pension funds and UC/CSU from Israeli military-linked corporations, revoking anti-BDS legislation, and ending state tax dollar complicity in genocide. Supports a billionaire tax and abolishing ICE.
Campaign Funding: $4.5M raised from 6909 contributions
Endorsed by: California State Council of Laborers, CHIRLA Action Fund (Coalition for Humane Rights in Los Angeles), California Faculty Association, California Medical Association
Hasn't taken war lobby money (AIPAC, DMFI, Palantir) but accepts fossil fuel donations. No commitment to a billionaire tax. Stances on AB-715 and anti-BDS unknown — notably absent from the Jewish CA Forum. Most concrete ICE pledge: investigate, prosecute, and incarcerate agents who violate state law.
Campaign Funding: $4.5M raised from 6909 contributions
Endorsed by: California State Council of Laborers, CHIRLA Action Fund (Coalition for Humane Rights in Los Angeles), California Faculty Association, California Medical Association
Hasn't taken war lobby money (AIPAC, DMFI, Palantir) but accepts fossil fuel donations. No commitment to a billionaire tax. Stances on AB-715 and anti-BDS unknown — notably absent from the Jewish CA Forum. Most concrete ICE pledge: investigate, prosecute, and incarcerate agents who violate state law.
Supports continued tax-payer funded military aid to Israel. Pledged to use the attorney general to sue cities over anti-BDS efforts in California and has praised CA-Israel business ties. Does not support criticism of Israel’s military actions and has no other public comments on the genocide.
Supports continued tax-payer funded military aid to Israel. Pledged to use the attorney general to sue cities over anti-BDS efforts in California and has praised CA-Israel business ties. Does not support criticism of Israel’s military actions and has no other public comments on the genocide.
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This candidate does not take AIPAC money. He is running on a platform of fighting for working class families and supports divestment from genocide and war crimes and repealing the use of IHRA definition.
Endorsed by: large consortium of unions and progressive orgs
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This candidate does not take AIPAC money. He is running on a platform of fighting for working class families and supports divestment from genocide and war crimes and repealing the use of IHRA definition.
Endorsed by: large consortium of unions and progressive orgs
This candidate does not take money from AIPAC or war lobbies. No public stance exists on this candidate in terms of his stance on the US-funded genocide in Gaza, divestment from war crimes, or AB-715
This candidate does not take money from AIPAC or war lobbies. No public stance exists on this candidate in terms of his stance on the US-funded genocide in Gaza, divestment from war crimes, or AB-715
Running on a platform of expanding voting access, universal vote-by-mail, and protecting California's elections from federal interference and rollbacks. No documented relationship with war lobbies or foreign interest lobbies like AIPAC in either direction. There is an allegation by the Butch Ware Gubernatorial campaign against the California Secretary of State for “arbitrarily establishing thresholds … to meet and hurdles to jump” to disqualify him from the ballot.
Running on a platform of expanding voting access, universal vote-by-mail, and protecting California's elections from federal interference and rollbacks. No documented relationship with war lobbies or foreign interest lobbies like AIPAC in either direction. There is an allegation by the Butch Ware Gubernatorial campaign against the California Secretary of State for “arbitrarily establishing thresholds … to meet and hurdles to jump” to disqualify him from the ballot.
Running on a platform for fiscal transparency, auditing, and stewardship of California's finances with "transparency, efficiency and fairness." She has no documented stance on war lobbies, militarism nor is there any record of here taking money from AIPAC or affiliated lobbies
Endorsed by the California Building and Construction Trades Council, California Environmental Voters, GrowSF, California Council for Affordable Housing, and a broad coalition of labor unions including teachers, nurses, operating engineers, plumbers, pipefitters, and electrical workers.
Running on a platform for fiscal transparency, auditing, and stewardship of California's finances with "transparency, efficiency and fairness." She has no documented stance on war lobbies, militarism nor is there any record of here taking money from AIPAC or affiliated lobbies
Endorsed by the California Building and Construction Trades Council, California Environmental Voters, GrowSF, California Council for Affordable Housing, and a broad coalition of labor unions including teachers, nurses, operating engineers, plumbers, pipefitters, and electrical workers.
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Platform: Filed 50+ lawsuits against the Trump administration, enforcing affordable housing laws against non-compliant cities, holding polluters and Big Pharma accountable
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Platform: Filed 50+ lawsuits against the Trump administration, enforcing affordable housing laws against non-compliant cities, holding polluters and Big Pharma accountable
No specific public statements on militarization were found in his Insurance Commissioner campaign. However, his Peace and Freedom Party affiliation and prior anti-war statements are consistent with an anti-militarization position.
No specific public statements on militarization were found in his Insurance Commissioner campaign. However, his Peace and Freedom Party affiliation and prior anti-war statements are consistent with an anti-militarization position.
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Nichelle Henderson advocates for "divestment from the war in Palestine" and has opposed AB-715
Endorsed by: California Legislative Black Caucus, California Democratic Legislative Women's Caucus, California Women's List, California Young Democrats, California College Democrats among others
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Nichelle Henderson advocates for "divestment from the war in Palestine" and has opposed AB-715
Endorsed by: California Legislative Black Caucus, California Democratic Legislative Women's Caucus, California Women's List, California Young Democrats, California College Democrats among others
This candidate is running in district 2 of State board of equalization which covers The San Francisco Bay Area and Silicon Valley, the North Coast and ancient redwoods, and the Central Coast (including Monterey, Santa Barbara, and San Luis Obispo counties; it may not be on your ballot.
This candidate is running in district 2 of State board of equalization which covers The San Francisco Bay Area and Silicon Valley, the North Coast and ancient redwoods, and the Central Coast (including Monterey, Santa Barbara, and San Luis Obispo counties; it may not be on your ballot.
This candidate supported a resolution against the Iran War for the San Diego Schoolboard. He is considered to be more progressive than Umberg and his campaign is based on more grassroots support; he is considered the underdog in this race.
He running in district 4 of State board of equalization, which covers Imperial, Orange, Riverside, San Diego, and parts of San Bernardino counties; it may not be on your ballot.
This candidate supported a resolution against the Iran War for the San Diego Schoolboard. He is considered to be more progressive than Umberg and his campaign is based on more grassroots support; he is considered the underdog in this race.
He running in district 4 of State board of equalization, which covers Imperial, Orange, Riverside, San Diego, and parts of San Bernardino counties; it may not be on your ballot.
As a senator, Umberg was one of the co-sponsors of CA SCR105, a resolution in the California State Senate addressing the humanitarian crisis in Gaza and reaffirming the state's commitment to universal human rights.
He running in district 4 of State board of equalization, which covers Imperial, Orange, Riverside, San Diego, and parts of San Bernardino counties; it may not be on your ballot.
As a senator, Umberg was one of the co-sponsors of CA SCR105, a resolution in the California State Senate addressing the humanitarian crisis in Gaza and reaffirming the state's commitment to universal human rights.
He running in district 4 of State board of equalization, which covers Imperial, Orange, Riverside, San Diego, and parts of San Bernardino counties; it may not be on your ballot.
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There are two candidates who have taken the Vote for Peace Questionnaire pledging not to take war lobby dollars. Marissa Roy has garnered the most endorsements from an array of organizations like Working Families Party, DSA, and labor.
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There are two candidates who have taken the Vote for Peace Questionnaire pledging not to take war lobby dollars. Marissa Roy has garnered the most endorsements from an array of organizations like Working Families Party, DSA, and labor.
Los Angeles City Councilmember Hugo Soto-Martinez officially introduced and seconded a resolution in June 2024 calling for an immediate, permanent ceasefire in Gaza.
Los Angeles City Councilmember Hugo Soto-Martinez officially introduced and seconded a resolution in June 2024 calling for an immediate, permanent ceasefire in Gaza.
This candidate is one of three running for this seat. During her tenure, she has approved accepting donations of Flock cameras from the LA Police Foundation.
This candidate is one of three running for this seat. During her tenure, she has approved accepting donations of Flock cameras from the LA Police Foundation.
LA USD Board of Education, Los Angeles, District 2
Primary: Jun 2, 2026
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Incumbent Rivas voted to cut ties with any vendors supporting or enabling the mass detention, surveillance, or racial profiling of immigrants by Immigration and Customs Enforcement or other federal agencies.
LA USD Board of Education, Los Angeles, District 2
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Incumbent Rivas voted to cut ties with any vendors supporting or enabling the mass detention, surveillance, or racial profiling of immigrants by Immigration and Customs Enforcement or other federal agencies.
Rae Huang has taken the strongest and most explict pro-peace stance on this race. No other LA mayoral candidate has made public stances on divestment, anti-BDS, or the use of IHRA definition in city policy.
Rae Huang has taken the strongest and most explict pro-peace stance on this race. No other LA mayoral candidate has made public stances on divestment, anti-BDS, or the use of IHRA definition in city policy.
This candidate's tenure has been marred by a workplace misconduct investigation finding he violated gender discrimination and retaliation policies and harassed a subordinate over her medical disability. He is endorsed by the Republican Party of California
This candidate's tenure has been marred by a workplace misconduct investigation finding he violated gender discrimination and retaliation policies and harassed a subordinate over her medical disability. He is endorsed by the Republican Party of California
No known pro-peace stances. Cho is backed by the Orange County Crime Survivors PAC and the Fountain Valley Police Officers' Association.
She spent 18 years at the OC District Attorney's Office prosecuting serious and violent offenses, including robbery, attempted murder, sexual assault, and complex fraud. Her platform emphasizes public safety and intolerance of violent crime. She is backed by the OC Crime Survivors PAC and multiple police associations — a more traditionally conservative law enforcement profile
No known pro-peace stances. Cho is backed by the Orange County Crime Survivors PAC and the Fountain Valley Police Officers' Association.
She spent 18 years at the OC District Attorney's Office prosecuting serious and violent offenses, including robbery, attempted murder, sexual assault, and complex fraud. Her platform emphasizes public safety and intolerance of violent crime. She is backed by the OC Crime Survivors PAC and multiple police associations — a more traditionally conservative law enforcement profile
No known pro-peace stances, though has been endorsed by leaders like Florice Hoffman who have strongly opposed ceasefire resolutions.
This candidate is more focused on accountability and justice in the criminal justice system. Endorsed by the Orange County Democratic Party as well as the Association of Orange County Deputy District Attorneys and 12 police associations including the Santa Ana Police Officers' Association and the OC Democratic Party.
He helped establish and lead Orange County's first Conviction Integrity Unit, focused on accountability and ensuring fairness in the justice system. He also served as a special federal prosecutor on public corruption cases and sits on the Board of Directors of the California District Attorneys Association.
No known pro-peace stances, though has been endorsed by leaders like Florice Hoffman who have strongly opposed ceasefire resolutions.
This candidate is more focused on accountability and justice in the criminal justice system. Endorsed by the Orange County Democratic Party as well as the Association of Orange County Deputy District Attorneys and 12 police associations including the Santa Ana Police Officers' Association and the OC Democratic Party.
He helped establish and lead Orange County's first Conviction Integrity Unit, focused on accountability and ensuring fairness in the justice system. He also served as a special federal prosecutor on public corruption cases and sits on the Board of Directors of the California District Attorneys Association.
No known pro-peace stances, though notably strong anti-corruption stances.
20-year federal prosecutor who led two of the biggest public corruption cases in Orange County, including the prosecution of former supervisor Andrew Do in a bribery scheme and charges against former Anaheim Mayor Harry Sidhu in the attempted sale of Angel Stadium.
No known pro-peace stances, though notably strong anti-corruption stances.
20-year federal prosecutor who led two of the biggest public corruption cases in Orange County, including the prosecution of former supervisor Andrew Do in a bribery scheme and charges against former Anaheim Mayor Harry Sidhu in the attempted sale of Angel Stadium.
Appointed by Governor Newsom in 2023 and is a Democrat. Her career has focused on seeking justice for children and families. Currently serves on the Family Law panel handling sensitive cases involving children. However, she is also under scrutiny — a broad organized judicial recall effort has named her among 12 OC judges, with organizers citing concerns about due process and the handling of domestic violence and custody cases.
Appointed by Governor Newsom in 2023 and is a Democrat. Her career has focused on seeking justice for children and families. Currently serves on the Family Law panel handling sensitive cases involving children. However, she is also under scrutiny — a broad organized judicial recall effort has named her among 12 OC judges, with organizers citing concerns about due process and the handling of domestic violence and custody cases.
This district attorney has presented biased views presiding over cases ruling on the freedom of speech of pro-Palestine voters.
"In an unusual move amid a contentious election cycle, a South Bay judge has barred Santa Clara County District Attorney Jeff Rosen and his office from retrying a vandalism case against a group of pro-Palestinian Stanford student protesters due to a conflict of interest."
This district attorney has presented biased views presiding over cases ruling on the freedom of speech of pro-Palestine voters.
"In an unusual move amid a contentious election cycle, a South Bay judge has barred Santa Clara County District Attorney Jeff Rosen and his office from retrying a vandalism case against a group of pro-Palestinian Stanford student protesters due to a conflict of interest."
This candidate refused to back the ceasefire resolution passed in Santa Ana in March 2024. Two tech-related super PACs have poured $2 million into the race, backing Penaloza.
This candidate refused to back the ceasefire resolution passed in Santa Ana in March 2024. Two tech-related super PACs have poured $2 million into the race, backing Penaloza.
This candidate has taken the Vote for Peace Questionnaire and has pledged not to take money from war lobbies like AIPAC and DMFI. She is seen as a frontrunner given numerous endorsements in the race.
This candidate has taken the Vote for Peace Questionnaire and has pledged not to take money from war lobbies like AIPAC and DMFI. She is seen as a frontrunner given numerous endorsements in the race.
This candidate has one of the strongest public stances in the race. Her platform explicitly rejects “corporate PACs” and “PACs representing foreign governments”, alongside calling for “the full liberation of Palestine.”
This candidate has one of the strongest public stances in the race. Her platform explicitly rejects “corporate PACs” and “PACs representing foreign governments”, alongside calling for “the full liberation of Palestine.”
This candidate does not actively take money from foreign interest lobbies like AIPAC or DMFI and has signed block the bombs act. He is encouraged to continue improving their legislative record on Israel-Palestine issues.
This candidate does not actively take money from foreign interest lobbies like AIPAC or DMFI and has signed block the bombs act. He is encouraged to continue improving their legislative record on Israel-Palestine issues.
Note as of 5/31: Given recent reports of this candidate benefiting from AIPAC-funded independent expenditures, we are assessing her stances in the coming days.
Note as of 5/31: Given recent reports of this candidate benefiting from AIPAC-funded independent expenditures, we are assessing her stances in the coming days.
This candidate has a track record of giving money to Christians United for Israel, Lara Loomer, and has ties to far-right Hindu nationalist political groups.
This candidate has a track record of giving money to Christians United for Israel, Lara Loomer, and has ties to far-right Hindu nationalist political groups.
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This candidate does not take money from foreign interest lobbies like AIPAC or DMFI and has signed block the bombs act. He is encouraged to continue improving his legislative record on Israel-Palestine issues.
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This candidate does not take money from foreign interest lobbies like AIPAC or DMFI and has signed block the bombs act. He is encouraged to continue improving his legislative record on Israel-Palestine issues.
This candidate does not actively take money from foreign interest lobbies like AIPAC or DMFI and has signed block the bombs act. She is encouraged to continue improving their legislative record on Israel-Palestine issues.
This candidate does not actively take money from foreign interest lobbies like AIPAC or DMFI and has signed block the bombs act. She is encouraged to continue improving their legislative record on Israel-Palestine issues.
This candidate takes money from AIPAC and affiliated lobbies. However, he has recently signed onto block the bombs and is reason some voters may decide to continue their advocacy and support of him.
This candidate takes money from AIPAC and affiliated lobbies. However, he has recently signed onto block the bombs and is reason some voters may decide to continue their advocacy and support of him.
This candidate has taken money from AIPAC and affiliated lobbies although there is no evidence she has in the most recent cycle. She has recently signed onto the block the bombs act to block bombs to Israel and some voters may opt to continue their advocacy and support to continue to improve her stances. Overall USCPR Action Scorecard indicates her legislative track record could be stronger.
This candidate has taken money from AIPAC and affiliated lobbies although there is no evidence she has in the most recent cycle. She has recently signed onto the block the bombs act to block bombs to Israel and some voters may opt to continue their advocacy and support to continue to improve her stances. Overall USCPR Action Scorecard indicates her legislative track record could be stronger.
This candidate does not actively take money from foreign interest lobbies like AIPAC or DMFI and has signed block the bombs act. He is encouraged to continue improving their legislative record on Israel-Palestine issues.
This candidate does not actively take money from foreign interest lobbies like AIPAC or DMFI and has signed block the bombs act. He is encouraged to continue improving their legislative record on Israel-Palestine issues.
Esther Kim is one of the more outspokenly pro-Israel Democrats in the 2026 cycle. She has no clear public stance on an arms embargo or the use of IHRA definition to define antisemitism. She has not publicly referred to Israel's offense as a genocide.
Her past rhetoric has shifted blame on the Netanyahu government rather than address longstanding policies of apartheid and war crimes with current Israeli government.
Esther Kim is one of the more outspokenly pro-Israel Democrats in the 2026 cycle. She has no clear public stance on an arms embargo or the use of IHRA definition to define antisemitism. She has not publicly referred to Israel's offense as a genocide.
Her past rhetoric has shifted blame on the Netanyahu government rather than address longstanding policies of apartheid and war crimes with current Israeli government.
This candidate does not actively take money from foreign interest lobbies like AIPAC or DMFI and has signed block the bombs act. He is encouraged to continue improving their legislative record on Israel-Palestine issues.
This candidate does not actively take money from foreign interest lobbies like AIPAC or DMFI and has signed block the bombs act. He is encouraged to continue improving their legislative record on Israel-Palestine issues.
This candidate does not actively take money from foreign interest lobbies like AIPAC or DMFI and has signed block the bombs act. She is encouraged to continue improving their legislative record on Israel-Palestine issues.
This candidate does not actively take money from foreign interest lobbies like AIPAC or DMFI and has signed block the bombs act. She is encouraged to continue improving their legislative record on Israel-Palestine issues.
This candidate does not actively take money from foreign interest lobbies like AIPAC or DMFI and has signed block the bombs act. She is encouraged to continue improving their legislative record on Israel-Palestine issues.
This candidate does not actively take money from foreign interest lobbies like AIPAC or DMFI and has signed block the bombs act. She is encouraged to continue improving their legislative record on Israel-Palestine issues.
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This candidate does not actively take money from foreign interest lobbies like AIPAC or DMFI and has signed block the bombs act. However, he has had a troubling record recently supporting votes around the FISA legislation to allow unregulated surveillance of Americans and previously voted in support of the Laken Riley act. Continued advocacy is needed to continue improving his legislative record on Israel-Palestine issues.
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This candidate does not actively take money from foreign interest lobbies like AIPAC or DMFI and has signed block the bombs act. However, he has had a troubling record recently supporting votes around the FISA legislation to allow unregulated surveillance of Americans and previously voted in support of the Laken Riley act. Continued advocacy is needed to continue improving his legislative record on Israel-Palestine issues.
This candidate currently takes DMFI money; however, he has most recently signed onto the Block the Bombs Act, making him one of only 63 members of Congress to do so. Some voters are opting to support him and to continue to advocate for improvement on his stances given his recent shift
This candidate currently takes DMFI money; however, he has most recently signed onto the Block the Bombs Act, making him one of only 63 members of Congress to do so. Some voters are opting to support him and to continue to advocate for improvement on his stances given his recent shift
This candidate does not take money from foreign interest lobbies like AIPAC or DMFI and has co-sponsored the block the bombs act. She is encouraged to continue improving their legislative record on Israel-Palestine issues.
This candidate does not take money from foreign interest lobbies like AIPAC or DMFI and has co-sponsored the block the bombs act. She is encouraged to continue improving their legislative record on Israel-Palestine issues.
Supports Israel's right to self-defense; called Gaza situation an "unacceptable humanitarian crisis" but voted against Bernie Sanders' resolutions to block over $675 million in weapons sales to Israel
Supports Israel's right to self-defense; called Gaza situation an "unacceptable humanitarian crisis" but voted against Bernie Sanders' resolutions to block over $675 million in weapons sales to Israel
Signed the 2023 ceasefire letter and stood at the Capitol with Jodeh to call on Colorado's congressional delegation to back a ceasefire resolution, writing "We have a duty to do everything in our power to save lives."
Signed the 2023 ceasefire letter and stood at the Capitol with Jodeh to call on Colorado's congressional delegation to back a ceasefire resolution, writing "We have a duty to do everything in our power to save lives."
Working Families Party endorsements includes candidates who refuse to take special interest money, including from lobby groups like AIPAC. No public statements found.
Working Families Party endorsements includes candidates who refuse to take special interest money, including from lobby groups like AIPAC. No public statements found.
Working Families Party endorsements includes candidates who refuse to take special interest money, including from lobby groups like AIPAC. No public statements found.
Working Families Party endorsements includes candidates who refuse to take special interest money, including from lobby groups like AIPAC. No public statements found.
CO Muslim Vote endorsement screened for candidates based on stances towards war lobbies and divestment. DSA's endorsement platform opposes war lobbies and militarism.
CO Muslim Vote endorsement screened for candidates based on stances towards war lobbies and divestment. DSA's endorsement platform opposes war lobbies and militarism.
Calls Gaza "absolutely horrible" and describes it as genocide per UN; says Israel has the right to protect itself. Anti-war groups like DSA have indicated her framing has not been strong on the issue of an arms embargo or bds legislation.
Calls Gaza "absolutely horrible" and describes it as genocide per UN; says Israel has the right to protect itself. Anti-war groups like DSA have indicated her framing has not been strong on the issue of an arms embargo or bds legislation.
McLaurin raised concerns during Senate floor debate on free speech legislation related to IHRA. He has a consistent record as a civil libertarian-leaning Democrat who criticizes Republican efforts to restrict speech in Georgia's legislature.
McLaurin raised concerns during Senate floor debate on free speech legislation related to IHRA. He has a consistent record as a civil libertarian-leaning Democrat who criticizes Republican efforts to restrict speech in Georgia's legislature.
Parkes was one of only six senators who voted against HB 30, the IHRA antisemitism definition bill, when it passed the Georgia Senate 44-6 in January 2024.
Endorsed by:
Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis, U.S. Rep. Hank Johnson
Parkes was one of only six senators who voted against HB 30, the IHRA antisemitism definition bill, when it passed the Georgia Senate 44-6 in January 2024.
Endorsed by:
Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis, U.S. Rep. Hank Johnson
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While the Working Families Party questionnaire does not explicitly ask about AIPAC, it does screen candidates who have pledged not to take any corporate or special interest dollars. We have not been able to independently verify this candidate's position on militarism or war lobbies.
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While the Working Families Party questionnaire does not explicitly ask about AIPAC, it does screen candidates who have pledged not to take any corporate or special interest dollars. We have not been able to independently verify this candidate's position on militarism or war lobbies.
This candidate was the lead sponsor of HB30, which enshrines the IHRA definition that aims to suppress freedom of speech and criticism of Israel's military actions.
This candidate was the lead sponsor of HB30, which enshrines the IHRA definition that aims to suppress freedom of speech and criticism of Israel's military actions.
While the Working Families Party questionnaire does not explicitly ask about AIPAC, it does screen candidates who have pledged not to take any corporate or special interest dollars. We have not been able to independently verify this candidate's position on militarism or war lobbies.
While the Working Families Party questionnaire does not explicitly ask about AIPAC, it does screen candidates who have pledged not to take any corporate or special interest dollars. We have not been able to independently verify this candidate's position on militarism or war lobbies.
No public stance exists on this candidates stances towards anti-BDS legislation or stances towards war lobbies like AIPAC, Palantir. or Lockheed Martin
No public stance exists on this candidates stances towards anti-BDS legislation or stances towards war lobbies like AIPAC, Palantir. or Lockheed Martin
While the Working Families Party questionnaire does not explicitly ask about AIPAC, it does screen candidates who have pledged not to take any corporate or special interest dollars. We have not been able to independently verify this candidate's position on militarism or war lobbies.
While the Working Families Party questionnaire does not explicitly ask about AIPAC, it does screen candidates who have pledged not to take any corporate or special interest dollars. We have not been able to independently verify this candidate's position on militarism or war lobbies.
While the Working Families Party questionnaire does not explicitly ask about AIPAC, it does screen candidates who have pledged not to take any corporate or special interest dollars. We have not been able to independently verify this candidate's position on militarism or war lobbies.
While the Working Families Party questionnaire does not explicitly ask about AIPAC, it does screen candidates who have pledged not to take any corporate or special interest dollars. We have not been able to independently verify this candidate's position on militarism or war lobbies.
While the Working Families Party questionnaire does not explicitly ask about AIPAC, it does screen candidates who have pledged not to take any corporate or special interest dollars. We have not been able to independently verify this candidate's position on militarism or war lobbies.
While the Working Families Party questionnaire does not explicitly ask about AIPAC, it does screen candidates who have pledged not to take any corporate or special interest dollars. We have not been able to independently verify this candidate's position on militarism or war lobbies.
While the Working Families Party questionnaire does not explicitly ask about AIPAC, it does screen candidates who have pledged not to take any corporate or special interest dollars. We have not been able to independently verify this candidate's position on militarism or war lobbies.
While the Working Families Party questionnaire does not explicitly ask about AIPAC, it does screen candidates who have pledged not to take any corporate or special interest dollars. We have not been able to independently verify this candidate's position on militarism or war lobbies.
While the Working Families Party questionnaire does not explicitly ask about AIPAC, it does screen candidates who have pledged not to take any corporate or special interest dollars. We have not been able to independently verify this candidate's position on militarism or war lobbies.
While the Working Families Party questionnaire does not explicitly ask about AIPAC, it does screen candidates who have pledged not to take any corporate or special interest dollars. We have not been able to independently verify this candidate's position on militarism or war lobbies.
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Georgia State Representative Ruwa Romman has taken a consistent stance against militarism both at home and abroad. She was one of the first elected officials to oppose Cop City and the militarization of police around Metro Atlanta.
On the international stage, she has been a vocal critic of unconditional U.S. military aid, particularly regarding the conflict in Gaza and is against legislation that codifies the IHRA definition.
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Georgia State Representative Ruwa Romman has taken a consistent stance against militarism both at home and abroad. She was one of the first elected officials to oppose Cop City and the militarization of police around Metro Atlanta.
On the international stage, she has been a vocal critic of unconditional U.S. military aid, particularly regarding the conflict in Gaza and is against legislation that codifies the IHRA definition.
- This candidate has been identified as a recipient of funding from AIPAC and affiliated lobbying organizations. - Does not support an arms embargo; received an "F" on the USCPR Action Congress Scorecard on Palestinian rights.
- This candidate has been identified as a recipient of funding from AIPAC and affiliated lobbying organizations. - Does not support an arms embargo; received an "F" on the USCPR Action Congress Scorecard on Palestinian rights.
- This candidate has been identified as a recipient of funding from AIPAC and affiliated lobbying organizations. - Does not support an arms embargo; received an "F" on the USCPR Action Congress Scorecard on Palestinian rights.
- This candidate has been identified as a recipient of funding from AIPAC and affiliated lobbying organizations. - Does not support an arms embargo; received an "F" on the USCPR Action Congress Scorecard on Palestinian rights.
- This candidate has been identified as a recipient of funding from AIPAC and affiliated lobbying organizations. - Does not support an arms embargo; received an "F" on the USCPR Action Congress Scorecard on Palestinian rights.
- This candidate has been identified as a recipient of funding from AIPAC and affiliated lobbying organizations. - Does not support an arms embargo; received an "F" on the USCPR Action Congress Scorecard on Palestinian rights.
This candidate has been identified as a recipient of funding from AIPAC and affiliated lobbying organizations. Based on our tracking criteria, we do not endorse this candidate for your vote.
This candidate has been identified as a recipient of funding from AIPAC and affiliated lobbying organizations. Based on our tracking criteria, we do not endorse this candidate for your vote.
Candidate has a mixed record. While she previously voted against bills that would classify criticism of Israel's military actions as antisemitism under Georgia law, she has remained silent on US military aid to Israel, has refused to sign onto the idea of an arms embargo, has not since articulated her intent to align US foreign policy with Leahy laws, and has not ruled out taking money from war lobbies like AIPAC and DMFI.
Candidate has a mixed record. While she previously voted against bills that would classify criticism of Israel's military actions as antisemitism under Georgia law, she has remained silent on US military aid to Israel, has refused to sign onto the idea of an arms embargo, has not since articulated her intent to align US foreign policy with Leahy laws, and has not ruled out taking money from war lobbies like AIPAC and DMFI.
This candidate has been identified as a recipient of funding from AIPAC and affiliated lobbying organizations. However, in his most recent vote in on SJ 32, he voted to block additional bombs and bulldozers to Israel, joining 40 senators. Based on this recent shift towards military aid, he is seen by local coalitions as more favorable to opponents.
This candidate has been identified as a recipient of funding from AIPAC and affiliated lobbying organizations. However, in his most recent vote in on SJ 32, he voted to block additional bombs and bulldozers to Israel, joining 40 senators. Based on this recent shift towards military aid, he is seen by local coalitions as more favorable to opponents.
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PAL PACTrack AIPACMuslims United PACCAIR Action (Endorsed)Illinois Grassroots Working Class Guide 2026Coalition ActivateThe Justice CoalitionUSCPR Action
Recommended candidate by a consensus of pro-peace orgs. Given the tight nature of this race the consensus among the majority of pro-peace organizations is to vote for Kat given multiple public polling data indicating Kat is polling highest among the anti-AIPAC candidates and AIPAC has targeted Kat the most in their spending.
Recommended candidate by a consensus of pro-peace orgs. Given the tight nature of this race the consensus among the majority of pro-peace organizations is to vote for Kat given multiple public polling data indicating Kat is polling highest among the anti-AIPAC candidates and AIPAC has targeted Kat the most in their spending.
This candidate has taken a pledge not to take corporate PAC money and has pledged to support overturning Citizens United. However, she has not taken bold stances on sending military aid to Israel and is a recipient of donations from AIPAC donors.
This candidate has taken a pledge not to take corporate PAC money and has pledged to support overturning Citizens United. However, she has not taken bold stances on sending military aid to Israel and is a recipient of donations from AIPAC donors.
Trump-endorsed candidate who publicly backed Trump's decision to strike Iran's nuclear program; generally articulates alignment with sending military aid to Israel.
Trump-endorsed candidate who publicly backed Trump's decision to strike Iran's nuclear program; generally articulates alignment with sending military aid to Israel.
This candidate is running in Governor Council District 4 in Massachusetts and may not appear on everyone's ballot. This district includes portions of Boston and surrounding South Shore communities.
This candidate is running in Governor Council District 4 in Massachusetts and may not appear on everyone's ballot. This district includes portions of Boston and surrounding South Shore communities.
This candidate is running in ward 4; this candidate has taken strong public stances in support of student protestors and has committed to mobilize the city’s resources to protect people from ICE violence.
This candidate is running in ward 4; this candidate has taken strong public stances in support of student protestors and has committed to mobilize the city’s resources to protect people from ICE violence.
Byrnes has the legislative record: she co-sponsored House Resolution 223 of 2025, urging Michigan's congressional delegation to block arms sales to Israel, rush aid to Gaza and restore revoked Palestinian visas, and described the situation as a "livestreamed genocide."
Byrnes has the legislative record: she co-sponsored House Resolution 223 of 2025, urging Michigan's congressional delegation to block arms sales to Israel, rush aid to Gaza and restore revoked Palestinian visas, and described the situation as a "livestreamed genocide."
On the international stage, she has been a vocal critic of unconditional U.S. military aid, particularly regarding the conflict in Gaza and is against legislation that codifies the IHRA definition.
On the international stage, she has been a vocal critic of unconditional U.S. military aid, particularly regarding the conflict in Gaza and is against legislation that codifies the IHRA definition.
While the Working Families Party questionnaire does not explicitly ask about AIPAC, it does screen candidates who have pledged not to take any corporate or special interest dollars. We have not been able to independently verify this candidate's position on militarism or war lobbies.
While the Working Families Party questionnaire does not explicitly ask about AIPAC, it does screen candidates who have pledged not to take any corporate or special interest dollars. We have not been able to independently verify this candidate's position on militarism or war lobbies.
While the Working Families Party questionnaire does not explicitly ask about AIPAC, it does screen candidates who have pledged not to take any corporate or special interest dollars. We have not been able to independently verify this candidate's position on militarism or war lobbies.
While the Working Families Party questionnaire does not explicitly ask about AIPAC, it does screen candidates who have pledged not to take any corporate or special interest dollars. We have not been able to independently verify this candidate's position on militarism or war lobbies.
While the Working Families Party questionnaire does not explicitly ask about AIPAC, it does screen candidates who have pledged not to take any corporate or special interest dollars. We have not been able to independently verify this candidate's position on militarism or war lobbies.
While the Working Families Party questionnaire does not explicitly ask about AIPAC, it does screen candidates who have pledged not to take any corporate or special interest dollars. We have not been able to independently verify this candidate's position on militarism or war lobbies.
While the Working Families Party questionnaire does not explicitly ask about AIPAC, it does screen candidates who have pledged not to take any corporate or special interest dollars. We have not been able to independently verify this candidate's position on militarism or war lobbies.
While the Working Families Party questionnaire does not explicitly ask about AIPAC, it does screen candidates who have pledged not to take any corporate or special interest dollars. We have not been able to independently verify this candidate's position on militarism or war lobbies.
