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We strongly support

Vivian Malauulu for City Council

We are honored and grateful to have earned these endorsements:

<p>Mayor Rex Richardson</p>

"Dr. Vivian Malauulu has made West Long Beach her home and her cause for decades. She's taught and mentored thousands of students. She helped build the LBCC Labor Center to connect students to good paying jobs. She's stood with working families, ensuring they have the resources they need to get ahead. With Vivian, District 7 will have a collaborative leader who gets things done. That’s why I'm proud to endorse Vivian Malauulu for City Council."

Mayor Rex Richardson

<p>Long BEach city council member Mary Zendejas, district 1</p>

"I am proud to endorse Vivian Malauulu for Long Beach City Council District 7. Vivian brings the passion, energy, and dedication needed to make a meaningful and lasting impact in the Seventh District. She is committed to fighting for residents and ensuring that District 7 is not only heard and represented, but truly given the opportunity to thrive. As neighboring council districts that both share responsibility for representing the Port of Long Beach, Districts 1 and 7 must work together to support good jobs, economic growth, environmental responsibility, and the working families who depend on our waterfront economy. I am confident that Vivian will be a strong advocate and a leader who will work tirelessly to uplift the community, strengthen our partnership around port issues, and move the district forward."

Long BEach city council member Mary Zendejas, district 1

<p>Long BEach city council member Cindy Allen, district 2</p>

"Dr. Vivian Malauulu understands the importance of protecting working families and the economic engine that drives our city. As the wife of an ILWU Port Police officer, I have seen firsthand Vivian’s deep respect for waterfront workers and her lifelong commitment to protecting jobs at our ports while strengthening our community’s safety. Vivian is hardworking, experienced, and deeply connected to the people she serves. She will bring strong leadership, compassion, and real world experience to the Long Beach City Council."

Long BEach city council member Cindy Allen, district 2

<p>Long BEach city council member Megan Kerr, district 5</p>

"I am proud to support Dr. Vivian Malauulu for Long Beach City Council. As longtime education leaders serving together on the LBUSD and LBCC governing boards, I have seen Vivian’s dedication to students, families, and educational opportunity firsthand. We have worked together to strengthen the Long Beach College Promise and expand pathways for students to access the resources and support they need to succeed. Vivian is collaborative, thoughtful, and deeply committed to serving our community."

Long BEach city council member Megan Kerr, district 5

<p>Long BEach city council member Dr. Suely&nbsp;Saro, district 6</p>

"Dr. Vivian Malauulu has been a genuine partner while she was a Long Beach City College (LBCC) Trustee. Our districts encompasses the same families, students, and small businesses of diverse cultures and backgrounds. Dr. Malauulu has been a champion to bridging residents to LBCC Trade Tech campus through economic and work force development opportunities and cultural celebrations. I am confident that she will bring a new vision, energy, and passion to bridging residents in District 7 to city services that enhance neighborhood safety, economic and workforce development, and quality of life."

Long BEach city council member Dr. Suely Saro, district 6

<p>Long BEach city council member Tunua Thrash-Ntuk, district 8</p>

"I have known Dr. Vivian Malauulu since our days together in student leadership at Banning High School, and for years I have watched her dedicate herself to serving others. Vivian has always been hardworking, driven, and deeply committed to her community. From education to workforce development to public service, she has consistently stepped up to lead and make a difference.  The residents of Long Beach’s District 7 would benefit greatly from Vivian’s experience, compassion, and tireless work ethic on the City Council."

Long BEach city council member Tunua Thrash-Ntuk, district 8

<p>Long BEach city council member Dr. Joni Rick’s-Oddie, district 9</p>

"Before I joined the City Council, Dr. Vivian Malauulu and I worked together studying the impacts of automation at the Port of Long Beach and exploring how we can better prepare workers and communities for the future economy. Vivian understands both the challenges and opportunities facing working families in Long Beach. We have also partnered on projects like the LBCC North Long Beach Learning Center to expand educational access and workforce opportunities for residents. Vivian is thoughtful, forward thinking, and deeply invested in creating pathways to opportunity for our community."

Long BEach city council member Dr. Joni Rick’s-Oddie, district 9

Organizations

<p>Senator alex padilla</p>

"Dr. Vivian Malauulu's career in public service reflects leadership, deep community relationships, and the respect of fellow leaders and advocates across California. I was proud to support her when she ran for the Long Beach City College Board of Trustees, and I am proud to endorse my friend once again for Long Beach City Council representing District 7.”

Senator alex padilla

<p>congressmember Nanette Barragán</p>

“I know Vivian Malauulu and have seen firsthand her unwavering commitment to students, faculty, and working families in Long Beach. As a Trustee, Vivian has championed initiatives like the Labor Center and the Beach Flea —that have uplifted and strengthened our West Long Beach community. Vivian brings innovative ideas and bold action to the table - and she understands that when West Long Beach thrives, all of Long Beach thrives. I am proud to support her for the City Council District 7.”

congressmember Nanette Barragán

<p>congressmember robert garcia</p>

"As a community college trustee, Dr. Vivian Malauulu has been a strong partner to my office, helping connect students and families to housing, resources, and critical support services. Vivian brings compassion, initiative, and real results to everything she does. I am proud to endorse Vivian Malauulu for Long Beach City Council District 7. She will be a strong asset to the community and a leader who will serve residents with integrity, innovative ideas, and a deep commitment to public service.”

congressmember robert garcia

<p>state senator lena gonzalez</p>

"Dr. Vivian Malauulu has always been steadfast in her commitment to good jobs, clean air, and protecting workers so that machines do not replace human labor. Her extensive experience as both a longshore worker and an educator gives her a powerful, informed voice. I am proud to endorse Vivian for the Long Beach City Council’s 7th District. I know she will bring the same strength, expertise, and dedication to the residents of West Long Beach.”

state senator lena gonzalez

<p>State Senator laura richardson</p>

"I am proud to partner with Dr. Vivian Malauulu in the fight against automation at our ports, and I am eager to see the results of her doctoral research examining automation’s impact on workers, families, and our community. Vivian is the right person at the right time to lead Long Beach’s 7th District, and I am proud to offer her my support.”

State Senator laura richardson

<p>State Assemblymember josh lowenthal</p>

"Dr. Vivian Malauulu is a trusted, hands-on leader who has consistently delivered for our schools, youth, and neighborhoods. That commitment to service is why I’m proud to endorse her for the Long Beach City Council."

State Assemblymember josh lowenthal

<p>Los angeles county supervisor janice hahn</p>

"I first met Vivian Malauulu in 2002 during the ILWU longshore lockout. Over the years, I watched Vivian rise through the ranks of ILWU Local 13, earning the overwhelming support of her peers. Now, I’m proud to endorse Dr. Vivian Malauulu for Long Beach City Council, District 7. She has proven herself as a leader who gets things done — for working people, for women, and for her community.”

Los angeles county supervisor janice hahn

Elected Leaders

Adam Schiff

Adam Schiff

United states senator

Fiona Ma

Fiona Ma

California state treasurer

Mike Fong

Mike Fong

State Assemblymember

María Elena Durazo

María Elena Durazo

State Senator

Bob Archuleta

Bob Archuleta

State Senator

Uduak-Joe Ntuk

Uduak-Joe Ntuk

Long Beach Community College Board of Trustee

Maria Isabel López

Maria Isabel López

long beach unified school district board member

Ennette Morton

Ennette Morton

Long Beach Community College Board Trustee

Doug Otto

Doug Otto

Long Beach Unified School District Board Member

Erik Miller

Erik Miller

Long Beach Unified School District Board Member

Tim McKosker

Tim McKosker

los angeles city councilmember

Kelsey Iino

Kelsey Iino

Los Angeles Community College District Board President

Robert Luna

Robert Luna

Los Angeles County sheriff

Union Leaders

  • Albert Ramirez, President, ILWU Local 56*

  • Daniel Ho-Ching, ILWU Member*

  • Justine Arian-Edwards, Marine Clerk, ILWU*

  • Marie Christine Aguirre, ILWU Local 13 Pensioner Executive Boardmember, Phineas Banning High School Class of 1971, Proprietor of Sal’s Market Wilmington*

  • David Samperio, ILWU Local 13 Trustee*

  • Norman Tuck, ILWU Local 13 Pensioners Member*

  • Peter Olney, Retired ILWU Member*

Community Leaders

  • Jeffre Sabol, Librarian, Long Beach City College Faculty Association*

  • Tony Colón, Board Trustee, Mohawk Valley Community College*

  • Robbie Butler, President, Speak Up Empowerment Foundation, Inc.*

  • Feliza Ortiz-Licon, Executive VP, The Campaign for College Opportunity*

  • Dr. Bonnie Nixon, Director of Sustainability, Long Beach Container Terminal*

  • Dr. Don Kim, Kim Foot & Ankle Medical Centers*

  • Jess J.  Ramirez, Harbor Commissioner, Port of Hueneme*

  • Evelyn Knight, Longtime West Side Community Advocate and Civic Trailblazer

  • Joey Quenga, Small Business Owner & Longtime Seventh District Resident

  • Maria Norvell, Mother of Christmas Tree Lane, Wrigley Area Neighborhood Alliance (WANA)*

  • Susan Redfield, Wrigley Resident, LBCC Foundation Board of Governors, LBCC Library Resources Committee, Sister Cities of America LB Chapter Chair*

  • Josh and Bunmi Canales, Senior Pastors & Wrigley Residents

  • Renee Lawler, Wrigley Resident & Community Advocate

Business Leaders

  • Annie Greenfeld, Lifelong West Long Beach Resident & Small Business Owner

  • Eleni Tsiboukas, Restaurant Owner*

  • Mike Martinez, Chef, 5000 Pies*

  • Joe Hernandez, Director of Sales, Wholesale Tire Distributors*

  • Willie Salave'a, Olympia Gear/StylePasifika*

  • Hannah Lopez, CEO, Lopez & Associates, LLC*

Community Members

  • Angelica Williams, Long Beach Native & Former Student of Vivian Malauulu

  • Adrian Garcia, County Commissioner, Harris County, Texas*

  • Patrick McKean, Long Beach City College Professor*

  • William Grisolia, Founder, Long Beach Blurs Society – New Blues Festival*

  • Ricardo Ortiz, Journalist*

  • Vernis Ross, Retired Teacher

  • Connie Gonzalez

  • Ed Carmona

  • Glen Rollins

  • Janet Signo-Jackson

  • Jose Elias Mourra

  • Julie Cortez

  • Dr. Regina Cash

  • Michael Loomis

  • Ofisapoeuaita Emosi

  • Pepper Russell, IOM

  • Ronit Golan

  • Scott Woodring

  • Sharon Johns

  • Yvonne Quintero

  • Angelique Sims

  • Mark Christian

  • Bobbi Cichowski

*Titles for identification purposes only