GRACE YOO FOR LA CITY COUNCIL RECEIVES ENDORSEMENT FROM CONGRESSMAN MARK TAKANO

GRACE YOO FOR LA CITY COUNCIL RECEIVES ENDORSEMENT FROM CONGRESSMAN MARK TAKANO

LOS ANGELES (March 2, 2024) – Grace Yoo, candidate for Los Angeles City Council, is thrilled to announce the endorsement of Congressman Mark Takano, representing California’s 39th Congressional District.

In endorsing Grace Yoo, Congressman Takano emphasized her steadfast commitment to community empowerment, equitable representation, and innovative solutions to the challenges facing our neighborhoods.

“I’m proud to endorse Grace Yoo for Los Angeles City Council. Grace is a leader with integrity, compassion, and a deep understanding of the needs of our diverse communities,” said Congressman Takano. “Her track record of advocacy and service speaks volumes about her dedication to making a positive difference in the lives of Angelenos.”

Grace Yoo expressed gratitude for Congressman Takano’s support, stating, “It is an honor to receive the endorsement of Congressman Takano. His unwavering commitment to social justice, education, and economic opportunity resonates deeply with the values that drive my own dedication to public service and working for a better Los Angeles.”

As a longtime community advocate, attorney, and educator, Grace Yoo has demonstrated her commitment to fostering collaboration, amplifying diverse voices, and championing policies that uplift all residents of Los Angeles. With Congressman Takano’s endorsement, Yoo’s campaign gains momentum as she continues to engage with voters, listening to their concerns and offering practical solutions to the issues facing our city.




GRACE YOO FOR LOS ANGELES CITY COUNCIL SECURES ENDORSEMENT FROM BLUE WAVE DEMOCRATS

GRACE YOO FOR LOS ANGELES CITY COUNCIL SECURES ENDORSEMENT FROM BLUE WAVE DEMOCRATS

LOS ANGELES (2/27/2024) – Grace Yoo for Los Angeles City Council is pleased to announce the endorsement from the Blue Wave Democrats. This endorsement highlights Yoo’s commitment to inclusive, equitable, and
forward-thinking leadership for the city.

Grace Yoo, a seasoned attorney, former city commissioner, and long-time advocate for community empowerment, has been at the forefront of critical battles for justice, equality, and access in Los Angeles. Her campaign has centered on addressing the most pressing issues facing the city, including affordable housing, public safety, environmental sustainability, and economic recovery.

“I am honored to receive the endorsement of the Blue Wave Democrats. Their support reinforces our shared commitment to creating a city that works for everyone, not just the privileged few. As the next councilmember for District 10 I will fight for a Los Angeles that is equitable, prosperous, and resilient.”

As the election approaches, Grace Yoo continues to gain momentum, demonstrating her readiness to lead and her capacity to bring about the transformative changes that Los Angeles needs.

IN NEWLY RELEASED VIDEO REVEREND MARCUS MURCHINSON SHARES HOW GRACE YOO “HEARD OUR CRY AND CAME TO OUR AID AND FOUGHT FOR US” TO PROTECT CHURCH FROM FORECLOSURE

IN NEWLY RELEASED VIDEO REVEREND MARCUS MURCHINSON SHARES HOW GRACE YOO “HEARD OUR CRY AND CAME TO OUR AID AND FOUGHT FOR US” TO PROTECT CHURCH FROM FORECLOSURE

“Today, the Church is flourishing. We are able to run programs out of here because of Grace (Yoo).”

LOS ANGELES (2/14/24) – Today, Grace Yoo for Los Angeles City Council released a video
featuring Reverend Marcus Murchinson with the Tree of Life Missionary Baptist Church and the
instrumental role Yoo played in protecting the Church and its many community-based programs
from closure.

In 2021, the Tree of Life Missionary Baptist Church had applied for a traditional bank loan to
pay the Church’s mortgage and operating expenses and was told that the Church had the credit
and the income to qualify. Despite assurances from the bank, at the last minute, the Church’s
loan was denied. Rev. Murchinson felt that his Church was redlined by the bank, and without a
loan the Church and its many services including food banks, job trainings and outreach to the
community would come to an end.

While Reverend Murchinson had only met Grace once, he reached out, calling in the hopes
Grace might be willing and able to assist. As a result, Yoo was able to connect the Church with a
small community focused bank which issued the necessary loan.

In the video, Rev. Murchinson states:
“I’m Pastor Marcus Murchinson. The Pastor of Tree of Life Missionary Baptist Church.
“This church that I’m in right now is only here today because of Grace. Grace the
compassionate, the one that heard we were about to be foreclosed, put out of our church.
“She heard our cry and came to our aid and fought for us.
“Today, the Church is flourishing. We are able to run programs out of here because of Grace.
“Grace is for you.”

GRACE YOO FOR LOS ANGELES CITY COUNCIL RECEIVES ENDORSEMENT FROM FORMER CALIFORNIA STATE CONTROLLER JOHN CHIANG

GRACE YOO FOR LOS ANGELES CITY COUNCIL RECEIVES ENDORSEMENT FROM FORMER CALIFORNIA STATE CONTROLLER JOHN CHIANG

LOS ANGELES (February 6, 2024) – Grace Yoo for Los Angeles City Council is honored to announce the
endorsement of John Chiang, former California State Controller, Treasurer, and member of the Board of
Equalization.


“I’m so pleased to endorse Grace Yoo for Los Angeles City Council, District 10. Grace’s leadership for
residents, and vision for a better, more unified Los Angeles is exactly what’s needed at this pivotal
moment,” stated Chiang. “We need a courageous leader who will hold government accountable while
putting the needs of constituents first – Grace is that leader.”


Yoo, who has long been a champion for the people of Los Angeles, advocating for fair representation,
accessible government, and the protection of vulnerable communities, responded to the endorsement
by saying “I am deeply honored to receive John Chiang’s endorsement. John is known for his fiscal
responsibility, transparency in government finances, and dedication to serving and protecting the
people of California – all of which are values that I plan to bring to City Hall.”


The endorsement from John Chiang underscores the momentum behind Yoo’s campaign as she
continues to garner support from leaders and communities across Los Angeles.

GRACE YOO FOR L.A CITY COUNCIL IS THE ONLY CANDIDATE IN RACE TO ACHIEVE FOUR FINANCIAL MILESTONES: 1) OUT RAISES ALL OPPONENTS IN FUNDRAISING 2) MAINTAINS MOST CASH ON HAND 3) BOASTS ZERO DEBT 4) FIRST TO QUALIFY FOR MATCHING FUNDS

GRACE YOO FOR L.A CITY COUNCIL IS THE ONLY CANDIDATE IN RACE TO ACHIEVE FOUR FINANCIAL MILESTONES: 1) OUT RAISES ALL OPPONENTS IN FUNDRAISING 2) MAINTAINS MOST CASH ON HAND 3) BOASTS ZERO DEBT 4) FIRST TO QUALIFY FOR MATCHING FUNDS

LOS ANGELES (January 29, 2024) – Grace Yoo for Los Angeles City Council, District 10, is proud to announce that Yoo has achieved four key financial milestones: Yoo has out raised all opponents, maintains more cash on hand than all others combined, is the first candidate to receive matching funds, all while operating without any incurred debt.

These milestones speak to the outpouring of support Yoo has received from the community along with running a fiscally responsible campaign. 

“Our campaign’s robust financial health is a direct reflection of the growing support for Grace Yoo’s vision for a better Los Angeles,” stated Samantha Stevens, Yoo’s Campaign Consultant. “Grace’s dedication to public service and her commitment to addressing the critical issues facing our city have resonated deeply with our community. These financial achievements are clear indications of the trust and confidence voters place in her leadership.”

According to the latest financial reports submitted to the City Ethics Commission, Yoo has successfully raised more funds than any other candidate in the race to represent the10th District and holds more cash on hand than all other candidates combined. Thereby allowing her to effectively communicate with the voters as ballots begin arriving this week. Yoo also met the stringent requirements to qualify for the city’s matching funds program providing the campaign with an additional $117,588 so far.

According to the Ethics Commission, Yoo has raised $224,436 with $124,977 on hand. Appointed Councilmember Heather Hutt has raised $219,898 and holds $60,321.35 on hand with a $18,000 debt. Reggie Jones Sawyer has raised a total of $204,790, holds $18,358.79 on hand with a debt of $25,357.27. Aura Vasquez has raised $118,222, maintains $17,747.52 on hand and carries a $1,816.38 debt. Eddie Anderson has raised $71,531, holds $4,268.64 on hand with a $17,795.50 debt. Taking debts into account both Jones Sawyer and Anderson are operating in the red.

“This campaign is about the people of Los Angeles, and I am incredibly grateful for the grassroots support that has brought us to this point,” Yoo commented. “Our message of holding government accountable, making the success of our communities a priority, and bringing real solutions to the challenges that have plagued us for far too long continues to gain momentum. I am honored by the trust our supporters have placed in our campaign.”

The Yoo campaign has been actively engaging with various communities across Los Angeles, conducting a series of coffee gatherings, community meetings, and listening sessions to better understand and address the diverse needs of the residents of Council District 10.

Looking ahead to the election, Yoo reaffirms her commitment to key issues such as public safety, addressing the root causes of homelessness, making Los Angeles more affordable, and prioritizing the people first at City Hall.




CITY COUNCIL DISTRICT 10 CANDIDATES Press Statement

In response to Tuesday’s debate sponsored by Streets for All at which appointed L.A. City Councilmember Heather Hutt did not attend but had her city hall staffer sit in as her surrogate, four candidates running to represent District 10 released the following statement:

CITY COUNCIL DISTRICT 10 CANDIDATES: EDDIE ANDERSON, REGGIE JONES SAWYER, AURA VASQUEZ and GRACE YOO
PRESS STATEMENT

The four candidates for Los Angeles Council District 10 — Eddie Anderson, Reggie Jones Sawyer, Aura Vasquez and Grace Yoo believe that community members should hear directly from us and not our surrogates or proxies. 

We believe that DEMOCRACY and furthering CIVIC ENGAGEMENT requires that the candidates communicate directly with voters, not send someone else to communicate for them in a Town Hall and/or Forum when it is an opportunity for candidates to engage with community members.

We want to give voters and community members the opportunity to hear directly from us, the candidates who wish to represent residents of Council District 10.  We stand united in our unwillingness to participate in forums and town halls in which appointed councilmember Heather Hutt sends a surrogate to speak on her behalf. Either the appointed councilmember joins the forum/ town hall/ zoom for candidates herself or her time slot is to remain silent for the duration, as she chose not to participate. 

We believe the people deserve to hear directly from the people who wish to represent them at City Hall.

GRACE YOO PARA EL CONSEJO MUNICIPAL DE LOS ÁNGELES RECIBE EL RESPALDO DE LOS DEMÓCRATAS PROGRESISTAS DEL ÁREA ESTE

GRACE YOO PARA EL CONSEJO MUNICIPAL DE LOS ÁNGELES RECIBE EL RESPALDO DE LOS DEMÓCRATAS PROGRESISTAS DEL ÁREA ESTE

El respaldo es el primero que otorga un club demócrata a esta contienda.

LOS ÁNGELES (13 de septiembre de 2023) —Grace Yoo, del Distrito 10 del Concejo Municipal de Los Ángeles, se complace en anunciar el respaldo de los Demócratas Progresistas del Área Este (EAPD). Este respaldo, que es el primero que otorga cualquier Club Demócrata en esta carrera, subraya el creciente impulso de la campaña de Yoo y refuerza su compromiso con los valores demócratas, el empoderamiento comunitario y el liderazgo local.

“Los Demócratas Progresistas del Área Este se enorgullecen de respaldar a Grace Yoo para el Concejo Municipal. Grace ha demostrado que no tiene miedo. Ella es una defensora eficaz de los angelinos comunes y corrientes de TODOS los orígenes. Sus prioridades son NUESTRAS prioridades: viviendas para todos, calles más limpias y verdes, servicios confiables y un gobierno honesto. Grace inspira esperanza de que juntos PODEMOS superar el daño que los políticos mecánicos le han hecho a nuestra ciudad. Pedimos a todos los residentes que se unan a nosotros para hacer el trabajo de ayudar a que Grace Yoo sea la próxima concejal del Distrito 10 y mejorar Los Ángeles”, afirmó Hans Johnson, presidente de EAPD.

“Los Demócratas Progresistas del Área Este tienen un sólido historial de lucha por políticas que mejoren a las comunidades, defiendan la justicia social y prioricen el medio ambiente”, dijo Yoo. "Su apoyo añade un tremendo impulso a nuestra campaña, y es un honor para mí estar junto a ellos mientras trabajamos por un Los Ángeles más brillante y equitativo".

Los Demócratas Progresistas del Área Este es una organización de base dedicada a empoderar a los ciudadanos y promover cambios progresistas a nivel local, estatal y nacional. Su respaldo indica un esfuerzo unificado para abordar cuestiones apremiantes como la vivienda asequible, el transporte público y la reforma educativa dentro de la ciudad, al tiempo que se crea un futuro más inclusivo para todos los angelinos.

GRACE YOO PARA EL CONCEJO MUNICIPAL RECIBE EL RESPALDO DEL HONORABLE JACKIE GOLDBERG

GRACE YOO PARA LA MUNICIPALIDAD RECIBE EL AVAL DE LA HONORABLE JACKIE GOLDBERG

LOS ÁNGELES (18/12/2023) – Grace Yoo del Concejo Municipal de Los Ángeles se enorgullece de anunciar el
respaldo de Jackie Goldberg, estimada miembro de la Junta del LAUSD y ex miembro
del Concejo Municipal de Los Ángeles*.

"Me siento honrada de contar con el apoyo de Jackie Goldberg, una líder respetada, un ícono y una defensora incansable
de nuestros niños, nuestras comunidades y el éxito general de Los Ángeles", dijo Grace Yoo. “Su
respaldo refuerza la necesidad de un liderazgo que no retroceda sino que luche por las necesidades de nuestros
residentes. Tengo la intención de ser ese líder cuando sea elegido al Concejo Municipal para representar al Décimo Distrito”.


Jackie Goldberg, known for her impactful tenure both on the LAUSD Board and the City Council, brings a
wealth of experience and a deep understanding of the challenges facing Angelenos. “Grace Yoo is the
experienced and trusted leader we need to bring positive changes to Los Angeles,” stated
Goldberg. “Grace will stand up to the power players who don’t serve the interests of the people. She will
fight to keep people safe, tackle the affordability crisis in our city, and work towards solutions for
homelessness. Please join me in supporting Grace Yoo for L.A. City Council.”

Grace Yoo, una defensora comunitaria desde hace mucho tiempo de la participación comunitaria y la gobernanza transparente,
se ha comprometido a priorizar la reforma del ayuntamiento, la vivienda asequible y las personas sin hogar, la seguridad pública y la prestación
de servicios urbanos en su campaña. Su enfoque se alinea estrechamente con el legado de Goldberg de defender políticas centradas en la comunidad.

Este respaldo continúa energizando la campaña de Yoo, reuniendo tanto a los votantes como a los líderes comunitarios en torno a su candidatura. Subraya el creciente impulso para el cambio y el progreso en la gobernanza de la ciudad de Los Ángeles.

GRACE YOO ANUNCIA CON ORGULLO EL RESPALDO DEL REPRESENTANTE ESTADO Y ESTADOUNIDENSE RETIRADO HOWARD BERMAN

GRACE YOO ANUNCIA CON ORGULLO EL RESPALDO DE JUBILADOS ESTADOUNIDENSES Y REPRESENTANTE DEL ESTADO HOWARD BERMAN

LOS ÁNGELES (15 de noviembre de 2023) – Hoy, la campaña Grace Yoo para el Concejo Municipal de Los Ángeles anunció que es la primera candidata en presentar suficientes firmas de votantes para calificar para la boleta de las elecciones primarias de marzo de 2024.  

Para calificar para la boleta, los candidatos al Concejo Municipal de Los Ángeles deben presentar 500 firmas válidas de votantes registrados dentro del distrito concejal que buscan. Ayer, la campaña de Yoo presentó 621 firmas que fueron recogidas por 40 voluntarios que apoyaron la campaña durante el fin de semana. 

“Mis increíbles voluntarios y entusiastas seguidores me enorgullecen y me motivan para mantener una actitud positiva durante la campaña. Estoy encantado de ser el primer candidato de la ciudad en calificar para la boleta electoral. Esto ejemplifica el fuerte apoyo que ya tengo entre los votantes del CD 10”, afirmó Yoo. "Cada firma representa un compromiso compartido para crear una ciudad que funcione para todos nosotros".

"La sólida base de voluntarios de nuestra campaña refleja el apoyo y la creencia profundamente arraigados en la visión de Grace de un Los Ángeles mejor", dijo la directora de campaña Renee Nahum. “Los 40 voluntarios que recolectaron más de 600 firmas en un fin de semana son testimonio de la confianza y la esperanza que los angelinos depositan en el liderazgo de Grace”.

La campaña de Grace Yoo sigue comprometida a llevar a cabo una campaña transparente, impulsada por la comunidad y centrada en los temas que más importan a los residentes de Los Ángeles.

Grace Yoo es la primera candidata en calificar para la boleta electoral de L.A.

Grace Yoo es la primera candidata en calificar para la boleta electoral de L.A.

LOS ÁNGELES (15 de noviembre de 2023) – Hoy, la campaña Grace Yoo para el Concejo Municipal de Los Ángeles anunció que es la primera candidata en presentar suficientes firmas de votantes para calificar para la boleta de las elecciones primarias de marzo de 2024.  

Para calificar para la boleta, los candidatos al Concejo Municipal de Los Ángeles deben presentar 500 firmas válidas de votantes registrados dentro del distrito concejal que buscan. Ayer, la campaña de Yoo presentó 621 firmas que fueron recogidas por 40 voluntarios que apoyaron la campaña durante el fin de semana. 

“Mis increíbles voluntarios y entusiastas seguidores me enorgullecen y me motivan para mantener una actitud positiva durante la campaña. Estoy encantado de ser el primer candidato de la ciudad en calificar para la boleta electoral. Esto ejemplifica el fuerte apoyo que ya tengo entre los votantes del CD 10”, afirmó Yoo. "Cada firma representa un compromiso compartido para crear una ciudad que funcione para todos nosotros".

"La sólida base de voluntarios de nuestra campaña refleja el apoyo y la creencia profundamente arraigados en la visión de Grace de un Los Ángeles mejor", dijo la directora de campaña Renee Nahum. “Los 40 voluntarios que recolectaron más de 600 firmas en un fin de semana son testimonio de la confianza y la esperanza que los angelinos depositan en el liderazgo de Grace”.

La campaña de Grace Yoo sigue comprometida a llevar a cabo una campaña transparente, impulsada por la comunidad y centrada en los temas que más importan a los residentes de Los Ángeles.