Endorsed Candidates
Patriots for Federal, State and Local Offices

Bob Smith
US Congress 24th District
Bob Smith is a retired U.S. Navy officer and combat veteran who dedicated over 26 years to serving our country. Coming from a low-income family in the Philadelphia area, he worked his way up from an enlisted sailor to a senior officer, earning degrees in engineering and leading operations worldwide. He spent his Navy career developing and delivering some of America’s most advanced defense systems, earning multiple commendations and being named the U.S. Navy’s Engineer of the Year in 2023. In Washington, D.C., Bob served in senior leadership roles overseeing multi-billion-dollar defense acquisition programs, where he directed the development and delivery of state-of-the-art weapon systems that enhanced America’s national security.
Bob believes Californians deserve representatives who rise above partisanship. He is dedicated to bringing bipartisan, problem-solving leadership to Washington, D.C.
For more information, visit:
https://bobsmithforcongress.com

adam verdin
SLO County Supervisor District 4
I have lived on the Central Coast my entire life. I grew up in Oceano, working at my family’s restaurant Old Juan’s Cantina, which we continue to own and operate to this day.
I am running for San Luis Obispo County Supervisor because I love this community and want to do everything we can to keep it safe, prosperous, and affordable for future generations. I believe we need local leaders who truly understand our community and will work tirelessly to improve it. We face real challenges—affordability, infrastructure, public safety and homelessness—but with focused, experienced leadership, we can secure a bright future for everyone who calls this place home.
For more infomation, visit: https://verdinforsupervisor.com

STACY KORSGADEN
CA State Insurance Commissioner
Stacy knows firsthand how insurance can change lives – and how broken California’s insurance system has become.
For over three decades, she has served as a licensed insurance professional and trusted financial advisor in San Luis Obispo County, helping everyday Californians plan for the future with confidence and clarity.
She worked her way through college, built her business from the ground up, and earned a reputation for honesty, hard work, and results.
For more information, visit: https://www.stacyforinsurancecommissioner.com

Shannon Kessler
CA State Assembly 30th District
I’m running because I refuse to accept a future where our children can’t afford homes in their hometown, our coastline is industrialized in the name of flawed green policies, and parents are pushed out of their children’s education. We deserve better, and I intend to fight for it.
Homeownership for Every Generation; Protecting Our Coastline from Industrial “Greenwashing”; Reducing Regulations to Support Businesses; Championing School Choice and Parental Rights; Secure Border and Law and Order
For more information, visit: https://www.kesslerforca.com/

SARI DOMINGUEZ
CA Assembly District 37
“I am a conservative, America First Republican. I believe in the Judeo/Christian Constitution of the United States of America. That “We the People” (American citizens) of this republic own this country. I have worked for three decades in government service, helping with the business end of schools in Santa Barbara and Monterey counties. “I am involved with Moms for Liberty, currently the Chair here in Santa Barbara County.” So, I have really started seeing things about the effectiveness of our education system. Helping children grow and succeed is something that is very dear to my heart.
For more information, visit: https://www.sari4assembly.com/

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Candidate Information Calendar
June 2, 2026
California Primary Election*
December 11, 2025 – 
February 4, 2026
(E-173 – E-118)
Signatures-in-Lieu of Filing Fee Period
EC 8106, 8061, 8105
February 9 – March 6, 2026
(E-113 – E-88)
Nomination Period
EC 8020, 8021
February 9 – March 6, 2026
(E-113 – E-88)
Submittal of Candidate Statements for County Voter Information Guides (U.S. House of Rep., State Senate, and State Assembly)
EC 13307, 13307.5, 13307.7, 13308
March 7 – 11, 2026
(E-87 – E-83)
Nomination Extension Period (if Incumbent does not file)
EC 8022, EC 8024
March 12, 2026
(E-82)
Randomized alphabet drawing for the order of the candidates on the ballot
EC 13112
March 26, 2026
(E-68)
Certified List of Candidates for the June 2 Primary posted
EC 8121
April 6 – May 19, 2026
(E-57 – E-14)
Write-in Candidacy Nomination Period
EC 8601, 8606
May 22, 2026
(E-11)
Certified List of Write-in Candidates posted
June 2, 2026
ELECTION DAY
POLLS OPEN 7 a.m. – 8 p.m.
Beginning at 8 p.m. on Election Day, County Election Officials begin reporting election results; counties shall conduct the semifinal official canvass of votes and report totals to the Secretary of State at least every two hours until all poll ballots have been completely counted and reported.
EC 353.5, 15150, 15151, 15152
June 3, 2026 – July 2, 2026
(E+30)
Official Canvass of Vote
EC 15372 & EC 10551: Certify election within 30 days
July 2, 2026
(E+30)
Last day for County Elections Officials to certify election results
EC 15372
July 10, 2026
(E+38)
California Secretary of State certifies final official election results
Gov Code 12165; EC 15501
E+/- means number of days before or after Election Day
EC [number] refers to CA Elections Code
*Subject to change due if the state legislature makes update(s) to California Elections Code.
