Leading up to the June 7 primary, The Times endorsed Democratic candidate Nanette Barragán from among the 11 people running to replace Rep. Janice Hahn (D-San Pedro) in California’s 44th congressional district. Barragán stands out for her intelligence, her drive and her experience, both as an attorney for one of Los Angeles’ most prestigious law firms and as a former member of the Hermosa Beach City Council. Hall is the front-runner and has the bulk of the Democratic Party establishment in his corner. Too often Hall has acted for the benefit of special interests rather than for his district. Barragán is backed by environmental advocates who praise her work fighting oil drilling in Hermosa Beach and single-use plastic bags.

Source: Los Angeles Times October 07, 2016 12:00 UTC