Chris Deschene for Arizona Secretary of State
Supporters
The Arizona Republic:
"Chris Deschene is the best Democratic candidate for this dual job..He has the leadership and can-do grounding of serving as an officer in the Marines. With a law degree and a Master's in mechanical engineering, he knows how to analyze complex issues - and recognize legal and practical stumbling blocks. He has a track record of working in cooperation with others...The Arizona Republic recommends Chris Deschene as the Democratic nominee for Secretary of State."
Arizona Education Association:
"Public education has been a priority for Chris Deschene throughout his career in the state Legislature, and we in the Arizona Education Association are thrilled and proud to support him for the office of Secretary of State."
SEIU Arizona:
"SEIU Arizona is pleased to endorse Chris Deschene for Secretary of State. A tireless supporter of quality public services and the employees who deliver them, Chris is well qualified to represent the citizens of Arizona in this essential office."
Congressman Raul Grijalva:
"Chris Deschene is the kind of leader that makes Arizonans proud of our state. He proves the value of hard work and determination every day, and we need his energy and commitment now more than ever. As we look to renew the promise of a better economy and a fair government for all Arizonans, I ask you to join me in supporting Chris Deschene for Secretary of State."
Congresswoman Ann Kirkpatrick:
"Chris Deschene represents so much of what makes Arizona great. Through hard work and sacrifice, he pulled himself by his bootstraps, served our country bravely and honorably in the military, and gave back through public service. He's not afraid to stand up for what he believes is right and that's exactly the kind of leadership this state needs. I enthusiastically support him in the race for Secretary of State."
Retired General John Adams:
"Chris is a proven leader with a track record of success in one of our nation's most important institutions, the United States Marine Corps, and Arizona needs his leadership. I served more than 30 years in the U.S. Army dedicated to defending the Constitution and its protections guaranteed to everyone. No one understands better the importance of these guarantees, especially as they relate to fair elections, than Represenatative Chris Deschene. He will be a great Secretary of State for all of Arizona."
Arizona Building Trades & Construction Council
Arizona Pipe Trades Local 469
National Association of Social Workers, Arizona Chapter
National Organization for Women, Arizona Chapter
Raul Castro - Former Arizona Governor
Kyrsten Sinema - State Representative District 15 & House Assistant Minority Leader
Chad Campbell - State Representative District 14 & House Minority Whipp; House Minority Whip
Rebecca Rios - State Senator District 23 & Senate Minority Leader
Albert Hale - State Senator District 2
Tom Chabin – State Representative District 2
Anna Tovar - State Representative District 13
Martha Garcia – State Representative District 13
Ed Ableser – State Representative District 17
Rae Waters – State Representative District 20
Nancy Young Wright – State Representative District 26
Olivia Cajero Bedford - State Representative, District 27
David Bradley – State Representative District 28
Matt Heinz – State Representative District 29
Daniel Patterson – State Representative District 29


