San Francisco Women's Political Committee
Endorse! Empower! Elect!
This weekend, our Political Action/Endorsement Committee interviewed local candidates for the November 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 these recommendations. We appreciate …
We are happy to announce our first round of endorsements for candidates who had already earned our support in June of this year as well as organization allies who are running for reelection. We want to thank all the candidates and campaigns. Federal Office California Congressional District 11: Connie Chan Statewide + Regional Candidates California …
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 respect, accountability, and safety. No …
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 refuse to let reverence for …
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 Mayor’s office. They advanced a …
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 the anti-democratic actions coming from …
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 time on the Board and …
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, bodily autonomy, equal pay, safety, …
