Glendale Teachers Endorse Local Candidates

Glendale–On behalf of the members of the Glendale Teachers Association, I am proud to announce our official endorsements for the upcoming Glendale municipal elections. After careful consideration and thoughtful review of each candidate’s record, leadership, and commitment to working families, we are proud to endorse:

● Glendale City Clerk: Suzie Abajian

● Glendale City Treasurer: Rafi Manoukian

● Glendale Community College Trustee: Yvette Davis, Manuel Magpapian, and Edit Khachaturyan

● Glendale City Council: Elen Asatryan, Dan Brotman, and Alek Bartrosouf

These candidates have demonstrated a deep commitment to transparency, fiscal responsibility, educational excellence, and policies that uplift working families in our community. They understand the importance of strong public institutions, good-paying union jobs, and responsive local government that serves all residents.

Glendale educators care about safe neighborhoods, thriving schools, accountable leadership, and economic opportunity for everyone. Rafi Manoukian and Suzie Abajian bring the experience and integrity needed to safeguard the public trust. Yvette Davis, Manuel Magpapian, and Edit Khachaturyan are committed to strengthening Glendale Community College and ensuring students, faculty, and staff have the support they deserve. Elen Asatryan, Dan Brotman, and Alek Bartrosouf have shown a willingness to listen, collaborate, and stand up for policies that protect workers and invest in our city’s future.

We are confident these leaders will continue to advocate for our community and move Glendale forward in a responsible and inclusive way.

We encourage our members and the broader community to join us in supporting these outstanding candidates.