Environmental Health & Justice Campaign is a 501(c) 4 nonprofit organization. EHJC empowers low-income communities of color to build power by increasing voter turnout through effective civic engagement campaigns. EHJC educates, organizes, and advocates for candidates, policies and initiatives that protect public health, the environment and that promote social and environmental justice. Contact us at 619-474-0220 for more information.
EHJC proudly endorses Richard Barrera for California Superintendent of Public Instruction. Serving as President of the San Diego Unified School District over the last 16 years, Richard has a proven track record of working closely with teachers to invest in students, helping turn one of California’s largest districts into a national leader in reading and math. He deeply understands that working families are hit hardest by climate change, and he is committed to using his statewide authority to strengthen climate resilience across California’s public schools so they are prepared for climate impacts. From advocating for affordable housing on district land for school employees to championing community schools, Richard consistently puts equity first. We know he will be an indispensable partner to educators in building a sustainable future for all California students.
To learn more about Richard, click here.
Born and raised in San Diego, she is the first Black woman elected to the Board and has consistently championed our neighborhoods. Throughout her tenure, she has secured over $100 million in investments for her district’s most underserved communities, including over $6.5 million to expand local parks and green spaces. As an MTS Board Member, she has actively fought to improve transit accessibility for working families. When the January 2024 floods devastated communities, she led the urgent response by securing programs for emergency housing, food support, and protecting residents from predatory practices. With a proven track record of fighting for holistic public safety and environmental equity, we are confident Monica will continue her tireless fight for justice in her next term.
To learn more about Supervisor Montgomery Steppe, click here.
EHJC proudly endorses Antonio Martinez for San Diego City Council, District 8. Born, raised, and currently living in District 8, Antonio intimately understands the environmental and economic burdens placed on our working-class and immigrant neighborhoods. Since winning a seat on the San Ysidro School Board at age 27, he has focused on equitable investments for our next generation. As a congressional staffer for Juan Vargas, he has consistently championed policies that raise wages, strengthen the labor movement, and deliver affordable housing to the communities that need it most. We count on Antonio to be a powerful voice for environmental health and working families at City Hall.
To learn more about Antonio, click here.
EHJC is proud to endorse Jose Rodriguez for Mayor for his longstanding dedication to social and economic justice in National City. Attributing his community focus to the hard work of his parents who immigrated from Mexico, Jose has consistently stood up for working families against industrial polluters. During his time on the City Council, he put his values into action by fighting to advance affordable transportation, demanding stricter enforcement on polluting diesel trucks, advocating for cleaner port operations, and casting a critical vote against the proposed USDG Fuels transfer station. He understands that clean air is a basic public health right. He has proven he has the vision and courage needed to lead National City toward environmental equity while holding corporate polluters accountable.
To learn more about Jose, click here.
EHJC is proud to endorse incumbent Councilmember Luz Molina for re-election to National City Council, District 1. She brings critical, transparent leadership to the council, having cast a critical vote to successfully reject a proposed biofuels transfer station that would have worsened diesel truck pollution on National City’s west side, while fiercely advocating against the misuse of city funds. EHJC stands firmly behind her to bring community-first governance and clean air protections to National City.
To learn more about Luz, click here.
EHJC is proud to endorse Cindy Lopez for National City Council, District 1. A dedicated National School District board member, Cindy has outlined a clear vision for local economic development that prioritizes recruiting businesses that will actively employ National City residents. EHJC stands firmly behind her to bring community-first governance and clean air protections to National City.
To learn more about Cindy, click here.
YES on Prop 3: Funding our students deserve –
Protects almost $15 billion in public school funding, preventing a devastating 15% budget cut and massive layoffs. Learn more at www.cta.org/educator/posts/yes-on-prop3
NO on Prop 39: Defend voting rights –
Don’t let special interest make it harder, more expensive, and risker for Californians to vote. Learn more at noonprop39.com
YES on Prop 40: The California Billionaire Tax –
a one-time 5% tax on billionaires to save CA’s healthcare system from collapse. Learn more at yeson40.com
NO on Prop 45: No free pass for corporate polluters –
Protect communities from corporations fast-tracking costly polluting projects. including data centers, pipelines, and freeway expansions. Learn more at www.noprop45ca.com
YES on Measure A: County Charter Amendments –
Increases accountability for elected officials and budget transparency. Learn more at www.sdforaccountability.org.
YES on Measure B: San Diego Health and Safety Act –
A citizen-led initiative to stop healthcare cuts and fight the Tijuana River sewage crisis. Learn more at www.voteyesonmeasureb.org
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MAIL OR DROP OFF YOUR BALLOT
10/5 – 11/3
VOTE CENTERS OPEN – YOU CAN VOTE EARLY!
10/31 – 11/3
ELECTION DAY – YOUR LAST DAY TO VOTE
11/3
To learn more about the upcoming election, visit sdvote.com.
