Endorsements

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George Lu

Palo Alto City Council Member

Yudy is dedicated to making Palo Alto a better place to live. Her leadership across boards and civic organizations has prepared her to serve, and given her a unique understanding of our city's challenges and opportunities. We need an advocate for young families on council. I look forward to working with her to build a more vibrant and affordable Palo Alto.

Judy Kleinberg

Former Mayor of Palo Alto

I've seen firsthand that Yudy Deng’s public service is a reflection of Palo Alto’s enduring values of diversity and inclusion combined with a “roll up your sleeves” creative leadership approach to improving our city’s assets. I’m proud to support Yudy in this election.

Jeff Rosen

Santa Clara County District Attorney

As a mother, Yudy brings a deeply personal commitment to protecting our families and neighborhoods. Her community leadership has prepared her to serve on the City Council, where public safety is a fundamental responsibility. I am confident she will lead with fairness, uphold justice for all, and stand firmly against hate and antisemitism.

Pete Carey

Palo Alto Community Leader, American Pulitzer Prize-winning Journalist

As a Palo Alto City Council member, Yudy Deng will be a sparkplug for positive change. Her experience, cooperative style of governing and deep knowledge of Palo Alto can help guide the council as it tackles complex issues such as housing, recreation, downtown development and zoning.

Rebecca Geraldi

Former President of Palo Alto Rotary Club

I’ve had the pleasure of getting to know Yudy Deng through the Rotary Club of Palo Alto, where

I’ve seen firsthand her thoughtful leadership, integrity, and genuine commitment to serving our community. Yudy listens with an open mind, brings people together, and approaches every opportunity to serve with kindness and respect. I know she will bring those same qualities to the Palo Alto City Council, and I am proud to endorse her candidacy.

Patrick Ahrens

CA State Assemblymember, District 26

Yudy Deng brings people together to get things done. As a nonprofit leader, I've seen her turn good ideas into real results for our community. She sees the big picture, listens to different perspectives, and will be a collaborative, solutions-focused member of the City Council.

Fiona Ma

CA State Treasuer, CPA

Palo Alto deserves leaders who combine fiscal responsibility with a deep commitment to public service. Yudy Deng embodies both. Her background in accounting and economics, combined with her practical, collaborative approach to problem-solving, will make her a tremendous asset on the Palo Alto City Council. Yudy has earned the respect of everyone who works with her through her integrity, resilience, and ability to build consensus. I am proud to endorse Yudy Deng for Palo Alto City Council.

Bruce Swenson

Former Trustee at Foothill-De Anza Community College District

Yudy genuinely cares about bringing people together and making Palo Alto an even better place to live for all of us and for future generations. I’m proud to support her for Palo Alto City Council, and I hope you’ll join me in voting for Yudy.

Anne Cribbs

President and CEO BASOC, 1960 Olympian

I had the opportunity to work closely with Yudy and see firsthand her commitment to public service. She consistently approached every challenge with thoughtfulness, integrity, and a genuine desire to serve the community. Her positive attitude and enthusiasm for our community are contagious and inspire those around her. Whether navigating complex projects or listening to residents’ concerns, Yudy brought a level of care and follow-through that made a real difference. She would be an excellent addition to our City Council, and I enthusiastically endorse her.

Margaret Abe-Koga

Santa Clara County Board Supervisor, District 5

Yudy’s years of community service and leadership gives her the experience and perspective to address the needs of Palo Alto while understanding the regional challenges we must work together to address. She will bring a collaborative and inclusive approach to the Palo Alto City Council. I am proud to support her.

Josh Becker

CA State Senator

"Yudy is the kind of thoughtful coalition builder we need in Palo Alto. She brings a smart, balanced approach to complex issues and knows how to find common ground while moving us forward on critical priorities like housing and environmental stewardship. She’s also been an absolute joy to work with, bringing thoughtfulness, collaboration, and a genuine commitment to her community to everything she does"

Susan Ellenberg

Santa Clara County Board Supervisor, District 4

Yudy Deng brings the kind of leadership Palo Alto needs. Her commitment to the next generation is matched by her collaborative, thoughtful approach to solving problems. As a mother and an immigrant, she offers a unique and practical perspective grounded in lived experience, empathy, and a desire to build a stronger future for every family. She knows the best solutions come from listening, working together, and putting people first. I enthusiastically endorse Yudy Deng for Palo Alto City Council.

Santa Clara County Democratic Party

Palo Alto Professional Firefighters Local 1319

Julie Lythcott-Haims

Palo Alto City Council Member

Sid Espinosa

Former Palo Alto Mayor

Otto Lee

Santa Clara County Board President, District 3

Betty Duong

Santa Clara County Supervisor, District 2

Marc Berman

CA State Assemblymember District 23

Alex Lee

CA State Assemblymember, District 24

Ash Kalra

CA State Assemblymember, District 25

Ken Yeager

Former Santa Clara County Supervisor

Bing Wei

Vice Chair, Palo Alto Parks and Recreation Commission

Kanika Sabharwal

Palo Alto Community Leader, SVP Commercial Banking, 40 Under 40 SVBJ

Jon Goldman

Board President of Palo Alto Police Foundation

Seth Leslie

Chief Development Officer Palo ALto JCC

Rowena Chiu

Vice Chair, Palo Alto Unified School District

Leor Melamedov

Palo Alto Community Leader

Scott Sakakihara

Union City Councilmember, State Senate Candidate

Matt Mahan

San Jose Mayor

Pam Foley

San Jose Vice Mayor

David Cohen

San Jose Councilmember

Lucas Ramirez

Mountain View City Council

Emily Ann Ramos

Mountain View Mayor

Chris Clark

Mountain View Vice Mayor

JR Fruen

Cupertino City Council

Yan Zhao

Saratoga City Council

Carol & Harry Saal
Palo Alto Philanthropists

Barbara Reider
Palo Alto Community Leader

Gail Price
Former Palo Alto City Councilmember and Former

PAUSD Board of Education Trustee

Larry Klein
Mayor of Sunnyvale

Terry Trumbull
Commissioner, Santa Clara County Local Agency Formation Commission

(LAFCo); Breathe California; Former Five-Term County Planning Commissioner

for Northern Santa Clara County

Paul Fong
Former Assemblymember

Rob Moore
Mayor of Los Gatos

Yajing Zhang

Fremont Vice Mayor

Ava Chiao

Cupertino Union School Board Member

Andy Li

Contra Costa Community College Trustee

Palo Alto Neighbors

Uri Zernik

Jindi Meng

Yihua Liao

Xi Jin

Ling Huang

Aihau Renauld

Li Yang

All titles and organizational affiliations are provided for identification purposes only. Endorsements are made in an individual capacity and do not imply support or approval by the employer or associated organizations.