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SFWPC stands with survivors who have come forward regarding Representative Eric Swalwell.  Speaking out and sharing experiences of harm against those in power takes courage, and these  survivors deserve to be heard, treated with dignity, and supported — not silenced. We are committed to creating a political culture rooted in… Read more: SFWPC Statement Supporting Survivors

We want to thank all of the candidates, campaigns, and members who participated in our process. The members have spoken! Please see the candidates and measures SFWPC is supporting this June: Federal Office California Congressional District 11: Connie Chan California Congressional District 15: Kevin Mullin Statewide + Regional Candidates California… Read more: ENDORSEMENTS FOR THE JUNE 2026 PRIMARY ELECTION

This weekend, our Political Action/Endorsement Committee interviewed candidates for the June 2026 election. Every PAC recommendation that follows is rooted in how the candidates align with and advance SFWPC’s policy agenda – on gender-based violence, reproductive freedom, housing, childcare, and economic security. Alignment with our platform is the foundation for… Read more: PAC RECOMMENDATIONS FOR JUNE 2026 ELECTION

Today, at nearly 96 years old, Dolores Huerta ended 60 years of silence, and the San Francisco Women’s Political Committee stands with her, with Ana, Esmeralda, and Debra unequivocally. We believe all the women who came forward today and who will be coming forward to tell their truth. And we… Read more: SFWPC Statement on Dolores Huerta’s Disclosure of Sexual Abuse by César Chávez

Check out our annual report for 2025! We had a busy year and we are excited to share with you a comprehensive analysis of this year, but including data from the past 5 years.

A Failure of Leadership and Support The resignation of Beya Alcaraz as District 4 Supervisor reflects a serious failure in how our City identifies, vets, and supports women leaders. While we recognize Alcaraz’s community ties, willingness to step up, and previous missteps, the responsibility for this outcome rests with the… Read more: Statement from the San Francisco Women’s Political Committee on the Resignation of District 4 Supervisor Beya Alcaraz: 

Commission and Department on the Status of Women City Budget/Funding Cuts

We want to thank all of our members who participated in our process. The members have spoken! After our most recent membership vote, the San Francisco Women’s Political Committee membership upheld the PAC’s recommendation Yes on Proposition 50. This endorsement is recognition that this critical measure empowers California to counteract… Read more: ENDORSEMENT FOR THE NOVEMBER 2025 SPECIAL ELECTION

On November 4, 2025, California voters will face a defining moment—one that could determine the future of democracy across the United States. In recent months, we’ve witnessed a disturbing erosion of democratic norms driven by federal overreach. States like Texas and Missouri have taken extreme, behind-the-scenes actions to strip millions… Read more: PAC Recommendation for November 2025 Special Election

Dear Mayor Daniel Lurie,  On behalf of the San Francisco Women’s Political Committee (SFWPC), we write to urge you to appoint a woman-identifying Supervisor in District 4 following the recent recall of Supervisor Joel Engardio.  Although we did not take a position on the recall itself, we appreciate Supervisor Engardio’s… Read more: SFWPC Support for Appointing a Woman-Identifying Supervisor for District 4

The San Francisco Women’s Political Committee writes to express our strong support for the continued existence of the San Francisco Commission on the Status of Women as a standalone body with its full powers intact. At a time when women, girls, and non-binary individuals are still fighting for basic rights,… Read more: Support for the Commission on the Status of Women

On August 22nd, President Donald Trump threatened to send the National Guard to San Francisco to ‘clean-up’ the city. We condemn President Trump’s threats that instill fear amongst our immigrant communities and create political turmoil amongst our democratic city. President Trump has spread lies that San Francisco is filled with… Read more: San Francisco Women’s Political Committee Condemns Trumps Threats to Send National Troops to San Francisco