Bay Area Jewish Action

Advancing a just society where Jewish identity is embraced and all people can thrive.

[Bay Area Jewish Action @BAjewishaction]

The California Legislative Jewish Caucus is a core part of Jewish advocacy at the state level.

As @davidbocarsly, CEO of @jewish_cal, shared in our post-election briefing, caucus members also hold key leadership positions, helping turn our community’s priorities into policy.

BAJA is proud to work alongside these leaders to confront antisemitism and advance Jewish values across California.

🔗 Watch the full briefing with BAJA, Jewish California, and @theJCPA: https://t.co/3QU5lXYn9N

[Bay Area Jewish Action @BAjewishaction]

Mazel tov to BAJA-supported Kerry Hillis on his re-election to the Moraga Town Council!

A member of the Bay Area Network of Jewish Officials (BANJO) and an ally to the Jewish community, Kerry has witnessed antisemitism firsthand and understands the importance of standing up against hate. As Moraga’s Mayor this year, he has demonstrated his commitment to making the town safe and welcoming for all residents.

BAJA was proud to support Kerry and we look forward to continuing to work together!

[Bay Area Jewish Action @BAjewishaction]

Jewish leaders are stepping up, and voters are electing them.

As BAJA Managing Director Jonathan Mintzer shared in our post-election briefing, every member of @sfjcrc's Bay Area Network of Jewish Officials (BANJO) seeking reelection won. At least a dozen new Jewish elected officials are also stepping into office across the Bay Area.

Even amid rising antisemitism, our community is showing up to help shape the Bay Area's future.

🔗 Watch the full briefing with BAJA, @jewish_cal, and @thejcpa: https://t.co/3QU5lXYn9N

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Congrats to our LA friends @GoldsmithB and @RickChavezZbur — the Jewish caucus is in good hands!

[Bay Area Jewish Action @BAjewishaction]

Mazel tov to BAJA-supported Mark Salinas on his re-election as Mayor of Hayward! ✅

From joining Hanukkah celebrations to standing up against antisemitic Zoom bombers at City Council meetings, Mayor Salinas consistently shows up for the Jewish community. His commitment to public safety, responsive government and local businesses reflects his dedication to all who call Hayward home.

BAJA was proud to support Mayor Salinas, and we look forward to continue working together!

[Bay Area Jewish Action @BAjewishaction]

Mazel tov to BAJA-supported @RickChavezZbur and @GoldsmithB on their election victories! ✅

Returning to represent western Los Angeles in the State Assembly, Zbur has been a steadfast @cajewishcaucus champion and a strong voice against antisemitism across the political spectrum. He served as lead author of AB 715, California’s landmark K–12 antisemitism law passed in 2025.

Goldsmith heads to the State Senate to represent Los Angeles coastal communities, succeeding Senator Ben Allen and joining the Legislative Jewish Caucus. Throughout his campaign, he championed Jewish community priorities, including full implementation of AB 715.

BAJA was proud to support both leaders. We look forward to working together in Sacramento!

[Bay Area Jewish Action @BAjewishaction]

Mazel tov to BAJA-supported Janice Cader Thompson on her re-election to the Petaluma City Council!

A longtime public servant and member of the Bay Area Network of Jewish Officials (BANJO), Janice has remained dedicated to her community while facing antisemitism from across the political spectrum.

BAJA is proud to stand with Janice and Jewish elected officials who continue to lead and serve in the face of hate. We look forward to continuing our work together!

[Bay Area Jewish Action @BAjewishaction]

Mazel tov to BAJA-supported @esmeralda_soria on her election to the State Senate! ✅

Soria will represent District 14, serving Central Valley communities in Fresno, Madera and Merced counties. As an assemblymember, she was an early sponsor of AB 715 and earned a perfect voting score from @jewish_cal for supporting every Jewish priority bill in 2026.

BAJA was proud to support Esmeralda. We look forward to continuing our partnership to confront antisemitism and strengthen communities across California!

[JCRC Bay Area @SFJCRC]

About last night… You have questions about the election results. So do we.

Join us this Friday, November 6, at 12:00 p.m. PT as JCRC’s sister organization, @bajewishaction (BAJA), teams up with @jewish_cal and @thejcpa to unpack what the results mean for the Jewish community.

We’ll break down local, state, and federal results, share key takeaways, and discuss what comes next for Jewish political representation and public policy, including how our community can take action.

Featuring:
• @davidbocarsly, CEO, Jewish California
• Jonathan Mintzer, Managing Director, BAJA
• @amyspitalnick, CEO, JCPA
• Moderator: @tyegregory, Executive Director, BAJA

🔗 REGISTER: https://t.co/POIIQjMNfs

[Bay Area Jewish Action @BAjewishaction]

Mazel tov to BAJA-supported candidate @Damon_Connolly on his election to the State Senate!

Since his time on the Marin County Board of Supervisors, Damon has been a champion of the Jewish community and a strong supporter of legislation to confront rising hate.

We look forward to continuing our partnership to ensure communities along California’s northern coast have the support and representation they deserve.

[Bay Area Jewish Action @BAjewishaction]

Mazel tov to BAJA-supported @stefani4ca and @addis4cc on their re-election to the State Assembly! ✅

Stefani represents District 19, covering western San Francisco and northern San Mateo County. BAJA’s first-ever supported candidate, she has been a trusted partner since her days as an SF Board of Supervisors staffer and earned a perfect voting score from @jewish_cal.

Addis represents District 30, covering portions of Monterey, San Luis Obispo and Santa Cruz counties. As vice chair of the @cajewishcaucus and a joint author of AB 715, she has championed protections for Jewish students while facing antisemitism online herself.

We’re proud to stand with these leaders and look forward to continuing our work together!

[Bay Area Jewish Action @BAjewishaction]

Mazel tov to BAJA-supported @mattdorsey (District 6), @theoellingtonsf (District 10) and @scsherrill (District 2) on their victories in the San Francisco Board of Supervisors races!

As incumbents, Dorsey and Sherrill have consistently stood with the Jewish community, spoken out against antisemitism and recognized the contributions of Jewish leaders and organizations. Ellington brings longstanding relationships with our community and a deep understanding of Jewish experiences as he prepares to represent Bayview, Dogpatch and Potrero Hill.

BAJA was proud to support these amazing candidates and we are fortunate to have their leadership on the Board of Supervisors.

[Bay Area Jewish Action @BAjewishaction]

Mazel tov to four BAJA-supported @CAJewishCaucus assemblymembers on their re-election:

✅ @PatrickAhrens1 (Cupertino, Santa Clara, & Sunnyvale)
✅ @RBKforAssembly (Alameda & Contra Costa Counties)
✅ @AsmMarcBerman (San Mateo & Santa Clara Counties)
✅ @AsmGailPellerin (Santa Clara & Santa Cruz Counties)

From combating antisemitism in schools to protecting access to houses of worship and addressing hate in state voter guides, these leaders have delivered meaningful progress for California’s Jewish community. Their work includes Bauer-Kahan’s Safe Worship Zone Act, AB 2664, and Berman and Pellerin’s voter guide legislation, AB 1853.

BAJA was proud to support all four champions. Thank you for your steadfast partnership and for putting Jewish values into action to build a safer, more inclusive California. We look forward to continuing this work together!

[Bay Area Jewish Action @BAjewishaction]

Participating in democracy is a Jewish value. Voting is how we put that value into action.

From local leadership to state and federal policy, this election will shape our community’s safety and future.

Make your voice heard. Return your ballot by TOMORROW at 8:00 p.m. 🗳️

[Bay Area Jewish Action @BAjewishaction]

Last night, BAJA brought our community together for a fundraiser celebrating four champions in the @CAJewishCaucus: Assemblymembers @PatrickAhrens1, @RBKforAssembly, @AsmMarcBerman and @AsmGailPellerin.

From protecting Jewish students through AB 715 to safeguarding access to houses of worship through AB 2664, the Jewish Caucus has helped turn our community’s priorities into law. Beyond their advocacy for Jewish safety, their work on affordable housing, education, health care and voting rights reflects Jewish values of justice and care for our neighbors, helping build a stronger California for everyone.

[Bay Area Jewish Action @BAjewishaction]

What will the midterm election results mean for the Jewish community?

On November 6, join Bay Area Jewish Action (BAJA), @jewish_cal, and the @theJCPA for a special post-election webinar.

We’ll break down local, state, and federal results, share key takeaways, and discuss what comes next for Jewish political representation and public policy, including how our community can take action.

Featuring:
• @davidbocarsly, CEO, Jewish California
• Jonathan Mintzer, Managing Director, BAJA
• @amyspitalnick, CEO, JCPA
• Moderator: @tyegregory, Executive Director, BAJA

🔗 REGISTER: https://t.co/I5UtPRkezn