Notice of Endorsement Opportunity
The San Luis Obispo County Democratic Party (SLOCDP) is accepting applications for our endorsement for the November 3, 2026, election for the following races:
• City of San Luis Obispo – Mayor
• City of San Luis Obispo – City Council (2 seats)
• City of Paso Robles – City Council (District 1)
• City of Atascadero – City Council (1 seat)
• Atascadero Unified School District – Trustee (2 seats)
• Lucia Mar Unified School District – Trustee (Area 5, Area 7)
• City of Grover Beach – Mayor
The application period opens Monday, June 8 and all applications must be complete and submitted on or before Tuesday, June 30, 2026 at 6 p.m.
Candidates wishing to be considered for SLOCDP endorsement should allow sufficient time for us to receive copies of necessary filing information from the Secretary of State as they plan their application.
Interview scheduling information will be made available to eligible candidates following receipt of completed applications.
Requests to receive a copy of our endorsement application (as well as any questions or completed forms) should be directed to Endorsements@SLOCDP.org no later than Thursday, June 25 at 6 p.m.
Are you Registered to Vote?
The San Luis Obispo County Democratic Party is working diligently to prepare for the 2026 midterm elections. It is critical that Democrats show up to these elections in large numbers. Make sure you, your family and friends have voting registration up to date!
The 2026 primary elections are Tuesday, June 2 and your SLOCDP has made its official endorsements! View our endorsement video and click below to learn more about our candidates.
Key upcoming dates:
Monday, May 4: Mail-in ballots sent and early voting begins;
Monday, May 18: Final day to register to vote (see below);
Tuesday, June 2: Primary voting (7 a.m.-8 p.m.)
San Luis Obispo County Democratic Party Endorsed Candidates
Get Involved Today! Full Calendar Below
Rise Up, Sing Out Watch Party and Potluck (June 14)
The SLOCDP will be hosting a Rise Up watch party from 4-6 p.m. at our HQ. Join us to sing, connect with neighbors, share food and creativity and celebrate the power we build when we come together. Whether you’re a longtime organizer or brand new to the movement, you’re invited to an evening of joy, inspiration and collective action in support of democracy and freedom.
Juneteenth Festival at Mission Plaza - San Luis Obispo (June 20)
Join the fun for the NAACP’s Juneteenth Celebration! We’ll be coordinating a booth for this event, spinning the prize wheel, registering voters and are seeking volunteers to cover a two-hour shift (9-11 / 11-1 / 1-3 / 3-5) Please register below for this fun event as the SLOCDP supports community organizations.
Pride in the Plaza (June 27)
Pride in the Plaza 2026 is Saturday, June 27 and the SLOCDP is looking for volunteers to staff our booth and register voters! Volunteer shifts are for two-hour blocks (9-11 / 11-1 / 1-3 / 3-5). Please register below for a shift as we support another important community event!
All Upcoming Events
We invite you to be part of the change! From county party and club meetings to fundraisers, get togethers and campaign events, there are many ways to get involved and connect with our party.
Stay Informed, Connected and Active
Message from the Chair
Read the latest insight from SLO Democratic Party Chair Tom Fulks.
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Civic Engagement in San Luis Obispo County
Democratic political engagement in San Luis Obispo County is alive and growing and we invite you to be part of the movement! Local Democratic leaders share their stories of activism at the county level and how the SLOCDP supports national movements such as No Kings, fair election maps and electing Democratic leaders within our community.
We Invite You to Come Visit Us
The San Luis Obispo County Democratic Party headquarters is open for everyone!
Monday-Saturday: 11:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.
Address: 75 Higuera Street #10, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
Volunteers are staffing the office to greet visitors, answer questions, and offer resistance activities such as messaging elected officials and creating protest signs for the many county, state, and national events opposing our loss of liberty.
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