Both the powerful hotel workers’ union Unite Here Local 11 and the Santa Monica Democratic Club have endorsed incumbents Sue Himmelrich and Kevin McKeown, and political newcomer Greg Morena for the City Council.

SMDC President Jon Katz told the Daily Press incumbent Pam O’Connor “just blew off the whole thing” and did not seek an endorsement, though she is running for reelection.

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