GrowSF Voter Guide for the March 2024 Primary Election
Last Updated: September 29, 2023

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The March 5, 2024 primary election in San Francisco has several important contests. From the Presidential primary to the local Party County Central Committees, you get to shape the future of our City and Country.
As we approach the March 5, 2024 election we will add more information about the candidates and measures on the ballot, as well as our endorsements. But for now, here is what we know will be on the ballot.
What's on the ballot?
Federal
President (Democrat)
TopThe Democratic Presidential Primary is your best shot at influencing who becomes President. The State of California is almost certainly going to vote for the Democratic nominee in the general election, so the primary is where the real action is.
Who's running?
Candidate | Party | Profession |
---|---|---|
Joe Biden | Democratic | Incumbent President of the United States |
Robert F Kennedy, Jr. | Democratic | Author & Lawyer |
Marianne Williamson | Democratic | Author & Spiritual Advisor |
President (Republican)
TopSince California will vote for a Democratic President, Republicans in California only have a chance to influence their party's nominee. If you are a Republican, you should vote in the Republican Presidential Primary to make your voice heard.
Who's running?
Candidate | Party | Profession |
---|---|---|
Donald Trump | Republican | Former President of the United States |
Vivek Ramaswamy | Republican | Entrepreneur |
Doug Burgum | Republican | Governor of North Dakota |
Chris Christie | Republican | Governor of New Jersey |
Ron Desantis | Republican | Governor of Florida |
Nikki Haley | Republican | Former Governor of South Carolina |
Asa Hutchinson | Republican | Former Governor of Arkansas |
Mike Pence | Republican | Former Vice President of the United States |
Nikki Haley | Republican | Former Governor of South Carolina |
Tim Scott | Republican | Senator from South Carolina |
US Senate
TopOn Friday, September 29, 2023 Senator Dianne Feinstein passed away while still in office. Governor Gavin Newsom will appoint a replacement to serve out the remainder of her term. We will update this page when we know who the Governor has appointed.
We expect over a dozen candidates to run, and will update this list as we learn more.
Who's running?
Candidate | Party | Profession |
---|---|---|
Barbara Lee | Democratic | US Congress, District 12 |
Katie Porter | Democratic | US Congress, District 47 |
Adam Schiff | Democratic | US Congress, District 30 |
Lexi Reese | Democratic | Entrepreneur |
US Congress, District 11
TopRumors were swirling about Nancy Pelosi's retirement, but on September 8 she announced she was officially running for reelection.
State Senator Scott Wiener had formed an exploratory committee, but has not officially filed to run. Now that Pelosi has officially declared her candidacy, we expect Wiener to not run.
Who's running?
Candidate | Party | Profession |
---|---|---|
Nancy Pelosi | Democratic | Incumbent US Congressperson |
Scott Wiener (rumored) | Democratic | California State Senator |
US Congress, District 15
TopWe expect incumbent Kevin Mullin to run again. Others may declare as the filing deadline approaches on December 8, 2023.
Who's running?
Candidate | Party | Profession |
---|---|---|
Kevin Mullin | Democratic | Incumbent US Congressperson |
State
State Senate, District 11
TopWho's running?
Candidate | Party | Profession |
---|---|---|
Scott Wiener | Democratic | Incumbent State Senator |
State Assembly, District 17
TopMatt Haney has held this seat for just one term; we expect him to run again, and are not aware of any other candidates at this time.
Who's running?
Candidate | Party | Profession |
---|---|---|
Matt Haney | Democratic | Incumbent State Assemblymember |
State Assembly, District 19
TopPhil Ting is termed out, so this will be an open seat. So far, only Catherine Stefani has declared her candidacy.
Who's running?
Candidate | Party | Profession |
---|---|---|
Catherine Stefani | Democratic | San Francisco Supervisor, District 2 |
San Francisco
The most important election right now is for County Central Committee. These bodies control the local Democratic and Republican parties, and are responsible for endorsing candidates and ballot measures. If you want to influence the future of San Francisco politics, this is the election to pay attention to.
GrowSF advises everyone to register with a party. Being a no-party-preference or Independent voter just means you have less say in who gets elected. If you want to have a voice in the Democratic Party, you need to be a registered Democrat. If you want to have a voice in the Republican Party, you need to be a registered Republican.
If you're unhappy with the party, your best choice is to register as a member and vote for who runs it. Don't protest the parties, get involved and change them!
County Central Committee (Democratic), District 17
TopWho's running?
Candidate | Party | Profession |
---|---|---|
Trevor Chandler | Democratic | Candidate for Supervisor, District 9 |
Emma Heiken | Democratic | Legislative Aide to Supervisor Myrna Melgar, District 7 |
Jane Kim | Democratic | Former Supervisor, District 6 |
Rafael Mandelman | Democratic | Supervisor, District 8 |
Joshua Ochoa | Democratic | |
Sal Rosselli | Democratic |
County Central Committee (Democratic), District 19
TopWho's running?
Candidate | Party | Profession |
---|---|---|
Catherine Stefani | Democratic | Supervisor, District 2 |
County Central Committee (Republican), District 17
TopNo candidates have declared yet, and typically there are barely enough candidates to fill the open seats.
Who's running?
Candidate | Party | Profession |
---|---|---|
Unknown | Republican | N/A |
County Central Committee (Republican), District 19
TopNo candidates have declared yet, and typically there are barely enough candidates to fill the open seats.
Who's running?
Candidate | Party | Profession |
---|---|---|
Unknown | Republican | N/A |
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