Senator Cortese Issues Statement on the Governor’s Selection of Laphonza Butler as California’s Next U.S. Senator

Senator Dave Cortese (D-San Jose) issued the following statement on Governor Newsom’s selection of Laphonza Butler to complete the term of the late U.S. Senator Dianne Feinstein:

“The Governor has made an outstanding choice in selecting Laphonza Butler to represent California in the U.S. Senate. Laphonza has tirelessly championed women's rights and reproductive freedom. She will effectively carry the torch passed by her legendary predecessor, the heroic Senator Dianne Feinstein. Since 2009, Laphonza has been a formidable force in California’s organized labor movement, and has proven herself as an adept collaborator who can harmonize the needs of workers with the business community. As a U.S. Senator, Laphonza will continue to be an impassioned fighter for all Californians, particularly the LGBTQ community and communities of color.”

Senator Dave Cortese represents Senate District 15, which encompasses San Jose and much of Santa Clara County in the heart of Silicon Valley. Visit Senator Cortese’s website: https://sd15.senate.ca.gov

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