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Another Major Sole Endorsement in Special Election:
San Mateo County Supervisor and Former Sheriff Don Horsley
Announces Support for Dave Pine for Supervisor

Contact: Dave Pine (650) 814-3103, Barry Barnes (415) 308-0605

(Burlingame, CA) Dave Pine’s candidacy for the San Mateo County Board of Supervisors continued to pick up momentum today as he announced the endorsement of San Mateo County Supervisor and former Sheriff Don Horsley. This is Pine’s third major announcement within the last 10 days, following the recent endorsements of Congresswoman Jackie Speier and former Assemblyman Gene Mullin.

“Our county is facing tremendous budgetary challenges as we attempt to preserve public safety and other vital services for our residents”, Horsley said. “Dave Pine’s experience as a business leader and school board member will be a valuable addition to the board of supervisors. Please join me in supporting Dave Pine for county supervisor.”

Dave Pine was pleased to receive Horsley’s support. “I’ve been impressed by Don’s work this year on the board of supervisors, and we share a strong commitment to fiscal responsibility, public safety and supporting children and youth. His support for my campaign will make a real difference in the election and I look forward to joining him as a colleague on the board.”

Dave Pine’s candidacy in the May 3 all-mail ballot election is also supported by Congresswoman Jackie Speier, Assemblyman Rich Gordon, former Assemblyman Gene Mullin, San Mateo County Superintendent of Schools Anne Campbell, San Mateo County Controller Tom Huening, the Sierra Club, and more than 200 other local city councilmembers, school board members and community leaders. A full list of endorsements is available at www.davepine.com.

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Congresswoman Jackie Speier Endorses
One Candidate for Supervisor – Dave Pine

Contact: Dave Pine (650) 814-3103, Barry Barnes (415) 308-0605

(Burlingame, CA) The special election to fill the vacancy on the San Mateo County Board of Supervisors saw a major development today as Dave Pine gained the support of the region’s most respected and popular elected official – Congresswoman Jackie Speier. The announcement was particularly timely due to the fact that ballots are now being mailed by the county elections office to all San Mateo County voters.

“The county is at a crossroads and we need Dave Pine on the board of supervisors”, said Congresswoman Speier. “He has proven his mettle in repairing budget holes, he is a strong steward of the environment, and he is not beholden to any special interest—just the public interest. I strongly urge local voters to support Dave Pine for county supervisor”

Dave Pine was honored to add Congresswoman Speier to his growing list of supporters. “Congresswoman Speier is a public service icon in this county and I admire her long record of courageous public leadership. I am thrilled to have earned her trust and support. I look forward to working with Congresswoman Speier to win the election on May 3.”

Dave Pine’s candidacy in the May 3 all-mail ballot election is also supported by Assemblyman Rich Gordon, former Assemblyman Gene Mullin, San Mateo County Superintendent of Schools Anne Campbell, the Sierra Club, and more than 100 current and former local school board members and city councilmembers. A full list of endorsements is available at www.davepine.com.

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Former Assemblyman, Lifelong Educator Gene Mullin
Joins Over 50 San Mateo County Educational Leaders in Endorsing Dave Pine for Supervisor

Contact: Dave Pine (650) 814-3103, Barry Barnes (415) 308-0605

(Burlingame, CA) Dave Pine’s campaign for the San Mateo County Board of Supervisors in the May 3 all-mail ballot election picked up additional momentum today as he was endorsed by one of the region’s most respected educational leaders, former Assemblyman Gene Mullin of South San Francisco.

For 32 years, Mr. Mullin taught government and coached basketball at South San Francisco High School. After serving seven years on the South San Francisco City Council (including two years as Mayor), Assemblyman Mullin was elected in 2000 to represent the 19th Assembly District and the cities of San Mateo, Burlingame, Brisbane, Daly City, Foster City, Millbrae, San Bruno, South San Francisco, Half Moon Bay, Pacifica, and Belmont.

“As a lifelong educator and advocate for adequate funding for our local public schools, I am familiar with all of the candidates for the open seat on the Board of Supervisors”, said Mullin. “However, I’ve decided to endorse just one candidate, San Mateo High School Trustee Dave Pine, because I know that he has the strongest background when it comes to improving local schools and other programs for children and youth”.

Pine was honored by Mullin’s endorsement. “From the classroom to the Capitol, Gene Mullin has had a tremendous impact on the quality of education received by tens of thousands of San Mateo County students. I am thankful for his recognition of my commitment to our schools and the County’s youth. I look forward to working with Gene and his supporters to win this campaign and continue to improve our schools.”

Dave Pine’s candidacy has received the support of numerous education leaders including: San Mateo County Superintendent of Schools Anne Campbell, San Mateo County School Boards Association President Shelly Masur, and more than 50 current and former school board members. Pine is also supported by Assemblyman Rich Gordon, the Sierra Club and over 35 current and former city councilmembers. A full list of endorsements is available at www.davepine.com.

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Assemblyman-elect Rich Gordon Joins
Over 100 Local Leaders in Support of Dave Pine for Supervisor

Contact: Dave Pine (650) 814-3103, Barry Barnes (415) 308-0605

(Burlingame, CA) Three-term San Mateo County Supervisor and Assemblyman-elect Rich Gordon has thrown his support behind San Mateo Union High School District Board President Dave Pine’s campaign for the soon to be vacant seat on the San Mateo County Board of Supervisors.

“I’ve worked with all of the announced candidates for Supervisor over the years and it’s certainly a qualified group of people. However, I’m throwing 100% of my support behind one candidate- Dave Pine”, Gordon said. “Dave’s leadership as a school board trustee has improved our local schools and his experience as a high tech leader will pay off for our county when it comes to boosting our economy and creating jobs. Dave is a thoughtful and detail-oriented leader who we can count on to scrutinize the county budget to identify savings and efficiencies. I look forward to working with Dave and his impressive team of local supporters to win this campaign.”

Pine was thrilled to receive Gordon’s support. “Rich Gordon’s track record of success in local government is unparalleled and I’m grateful for his support”, Pine said. “As a member of the Board of Supervisors, Rich worked to achieve government accountability through the development of the County’s outcome-based budgeting. With his election to the State Assembly I plan to pick up where Rich left off on this and many other issues”.

Assemblyman-elect Gordon joins County Superintendent of Schools Anne Campbell, Former Assemblyman Ted Lempert, well-known environmental leader Lennie Roberts, and more than 100 other local government, environmental and business leaders in supporting Dave Pine for County Supervisor. Additional information regarding Pine’s candidacy can be found at www.davepine.com.

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