Endorsements
Our Endorsement Philosophy
Endorsements are the cornerstone of BAKPAC’s impact
Candidates seeking BAKPAC’s support are evaluated through a rigorous, data-driven process that considers:
- Commitment to job creation and economic growth
- Understanding of business and regulatory impacts
- Alignment with business-friendly public policy
- Leadership credibility and integrity
Current & Past Endorsements
2025 Special Primary Election
Endorsed: Stan Ellis
Tactics: Media Relations, Targeted Mail
Result: Win with 39,410 votes | 64.6%
2024 Statewide General Election
Endorsed: Dr. Jasmeet Bains
Tactics: Media Relations, targeted mail
Result: Win with 59,454 votes | 57.6%
2022 Statewide General Election
Endorsed: Shannon Grove (SG) and Vince Fong (VF)
Tactics: Digital advertising, media relations
Result: SG – Win with 196,017 votes | 68.7%
VF – Win with 129,326 votes | 100%
2020 Primary
Endorsed: David Couch
Tactics: Digital advertising, paid canvassing
Result: Win with 9,891 votes | 52.9%
2018 Greater Bakersfield region District 4 Supervisor
Endorsed: David Couch
Tactics: Targeted mail
Result: Win with 10,638 votes | 43.4%
2017 City of Bakersfield Ward 5 Special Election
Endorsed: Bruce Freeman
Tactics: Targeted mail
Result: Win with 3,204 votes | 62.03%
2016 City of Bakersfield Mayor
Endorsed: Karen Goh
Tactics: Targeted mail to Bakersfield voters
Result: Win with 20,116 votes | 33.03%
Why Endorsements Matter
Endorsements signal trust, credibility, and alignment with the business community. They help voters quickly identify leaders who will protect economic opportunity.
