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Los Angeles Times
"Bowen has laid out a better set of priorities than Dunn and is focused on improving the service her office provides to new businesses, voters and other constituencies. Her experience and tech bona fides make her the more qualified candidate, and voters should give her a second term."

San Francisco Chronicle
"This state office needs a leader who is experienced, savvy and able to act with impartiality. Bowen meets all such qualifications, and should be elected to a second term."

San Diego Union-Tribune
"Secretary of State Debra Bowen has done a solid job on most fronts, handling issues related to voting machines adroitly despite facing budget cuts."

Sacramento Bee
"The secretary of state is responsible for ensuring the integrity of elections. Californians have come to expect that this state's elections are run fairly and votes are counted accurately. Incumbent Debra Bowen has helped carry out these duties in a reasonably nonpartisan manner. For that, she deserves a second term."

San Jose Mercury News
"Guaranteeing the integrity of California's elections is a serious responsibility, as Florida's debacle in 2000 made clear. California needs an experienced hand as secretary of state -- and the incumbent, Democrat Debra Bowen, has vastly superior knowledge and expertise on voter issues compared with her Republican opponent, Damon Dunn. She should be re-elected Nov. 2."

Fresno Bee
"The California secretary of state's office goes without much public notice, but its elections responsibility is a crucial part of our democracy. In addition to overseeing the elections process, the secretary of state ensures the integrity of balloting in California. Incumbent Debra Bowen has helped carry out these duties in a nonpartisan manner, and deserves a second term."

LA Daily News
"The Daily News endorsed Debra Bowen for this job back in 2006 because of her long experience advocating for campaign finance transparently and safe voting systems while in the Legislature. We think she's done well enough during her first term to merit a second."

Bay Area News Group
"Bowen has performed well in office and is ready to continue for another four years. We see no reason to replace her with someone who would have a steep learning curve. Voters should re-elect Bowen on Nov. 2"

Bakersfield Californian
"Of [Bowen's] accomplishments in that capacity, her implementation of safeguards against voting machine inaccuracy and tampering has to rank highest. Bowen sued one supplier of faulty machines and limited the technology's widespread use to reassure voters that the democratic process remains credible here."

San Diego CityBeat
"Since being elected in 2006, Bowen, a lawyer, has taken an office in flux and given it a cohesive identity. As researchers who regularly comb the Secretary of State’s campaign and business disclosures, we can attest to her efficiency. If there were a problem with competency or politicization in Bowen’s office, the media would be shouting about it. Fact is, she’s not a controversial candidate, which is exactly what’s needed for one of the state’s most crucial functions: running a fair election. Without a doubt, voters should reelect Bowen."

Vallejo Times Herald
"Bowen has performed well in office and is ready to continue for another four years. We see no reason to replace her with someone who would have a steep learning curve. Voters should re-elect Bowen on Nov. 2."

Merced Sun-Star
"The secretary of state is responsible for ensuring the integrity of elections. Californians have come to expect that this state's elections are run fairly and votes are counted accurately. Incumbent Debra Bowen has helped carry out these duties in a reasonably nonpartisan manner. For that, she deserves a second term."

San Gabriel Valley Tribune
"California Secretary of State Debra Bowen is the kind of politician who gives the word a good name: smart, wonky, highly dedicated to her job."

Marin Independent Journal
"Incumbent Debra Bowen has provided strong leadership. As the state's elections chief, she has focused on questions about the security of our elections. Bowen's Republican challenger Damon Dunn, a 22-year-old former NFL player, hadn't voted until 2009. That's hardly an example worthy of the job. We recommend re-electing Bowen."

Santa Cruz Sentinel
"Bowen deserves a chance to complete her plans for modernizing the office and should be re-elected as secretary of state."

California Association of Highway Patrolmen
"Both the active and retired members of the CAHP are sincerely appreciative of having the opportunity to work with you on issues affecting law enforcement, the California Highway Patrol and the citizens of California. Through your actions, you have demonstrated a real concern for the safety of the public and the members of our Association. We appreciate the cooperative relationship that exists between you and our representatives."

California Association of Professional Scientists
"Given your experience and long-time commitment to public service, support for your candidacy was unanimous. After your re-election, we know that you will serve our state and all Californians with distinction."

California Chapter of the National Association of Social Workers
"On behalf of the 12,000 members in the California Chapter of the National Association of Social Workers (NASW-CA), the political action committee of NASW-CA is pleased to endorse your candidacy. The political action committee is impressed by your commitment to the well-being of individuals, families, and communities."

California Coalition of Law Enforcement Associations
"CCLEA represents over 80,000 law enforcement officers throughout the state of California. CCLEA is the largest umbrella law enforcement organization in the state. Your staunch commitment to public safety and law enforcement concerns, along with your devotion to community service has been greatly appreciated."

California Federation of Teachers
"The California Federation of Teachers (CFT) is proud to endorse you in your campaign for Secretary of State. We look forward to continue to work with you to promote issues pertaining to California's educational system and protecting the interests of working families."

California Teachers Association
"On October 24, 2009, the CTA State Council of Education, comprised of over 700 teachers leaders, overwhelmingly concurred in your candidacy recommendation which confirms your status as a "Friendly Incumbent" and we in CTA look forward to working closely with you during the coming election campaign."

CDF Firefighters
"Our active and retired members look forward to working with you on legislation affecting CAL FIRE and on enhancing all emergency services for the citizens of California. We appreciate the cooperative relationship that exists between you and our representatives."

Peace Officers Research Association of California
"PORAC prides itself on carefully scrutinizing the qualifications of every candidate. You will be an excellent representative for your district, especially in regards to the issues involving public safety. As law enforcement officers, we appreciate your willingness to keep the avenues of communication open and your concerted efforts to seek our input on issues involving public safety and law enforcement. These qualities make you truly deserving of the PORAC endorsement."

Planned Parenthood Affiliates of California
"On behalf of the Board of Directors of Planned Parenthood Affiliates of California (PPAC), I am pleased to inform you that the Board voted to endorse your election for Secretary of State. The endorsement is based on the 100% pro-choice questionnaire you submitted, your commitment to women's reproductive health care services, and as an elected official, your commitment to protect reproductive rights in the future."

Professional Engineers in California Government
"Given your experience and long-time commitment to public service, support for your candidacy was unanimous. After your reelection, we know that you will continue to serve our state and all Californians with distinction."

San Francisco Bay Guardian
"Debra Bowen is the only Democrat running, a sign that pretty much everyone in the party thinks she's doing a fine job as Secretary of State. She's run a clean office and we see no reason to replace her."

The Sierra Club
"Sierra Club California is pleased to endorse your candidacy for re-election as California Secretary of State. We believe that you have demonstrated an outstanding commitment to environmental protection, and we are confident that you will continue to be a champion of California's air, water and wild places."

Additional Endorsements:

  • AFSCME California
  • The Armenian National Committee of America - Western Region
  • Association for Los Angeles Deputy Sheriffs
  • Association of California School Administrators
  • Association of California State Supervisors
  • California Correctional Peace Officers Association
  • California School Employees Association
  • California State Retirees
  • Communications Workers of America, Local 9421
  • Culver City Democratic Club
  • Davis College Democrats
  • Democracy For America
  • Democratic Women of the Desert
  • East Bay Express
  • IBEW Local 569
  • JFK Democratic Club
  • Los Angeles School Police Association
  • Los Angeles Wave
  • Metropolitan Greater Oakland Democratic Club
  • Operating Engineers Local Union 3
  • Planned Parenthood
  • Random Lengths News
  • San Francisco African American Democratic Club
  • State Coalition of Probation Organizations