needs to “get things done.” In this upcoming election, Villarai- gosa is laser-focused on renewing the Californian Dream. Viewing himself as an example of it, having climbed his way out of his adverse circumstances grow- ing up, he wants to support common people working and building their lives in the state. His key goals are to increase neighborhood safety, improve schools, and create jobs. Since announcing his run for governor,


Villaraigosa has been greeted with en- thusiasm, receiving major endorsements from a variety of industries and entities. Tese range from fellow political figures such as Karen Bass, the current mayor of Los Angeles, to trade unions like the District Council of Ironworkers. Some AGC of California members


will recognize Villaraigosa: this year AGC’s Political Action Committee (AGC


While the vote for governor will be officially settled next November, voters should take note of the June 2026 primaries, where they’ll have the opportunity to influence who ends up on that November ballot. Every vote counts!


PAC) invited him alongside two other gubernatorial candidates, Xavier Becerra and Eleni Kounalakis (who has since dropped out of the race), to speak during AGC’s annual legislative day. AGC PAC is always looking for opportunities to keep our lawmakers informed of what our industry needs, whether it be matters at the state level or on the job site. And in mid-August, the AGC PAC made a decision to support Mayor Villaraigosa’s candidacy for governor.


While the vote for governor will be officially settled next November, voters should take note of the June 2026 prima- ries, where they’ll have the opportunity to influence who ends up on that November ballot. Every vote counts!


Felipe Fuentes


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Cement Masons Locals 500 & 600 signatory contractors are among the highest profile, reputable and successful firms in South- ern California. Our workforce represents the most highly trained and competent craftspeople in the concrete industry. Our relationship together can assist in your company’s value and growth. If that doesn’t convince you, maybe this will. We help level your playing field with:     


Your workforce is trained in:


       


Contact us and we will show you how we have assisted others like you to create growth and value, just like we have been doing for 150 years.


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