BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) \u2014 Kern County Supervisors for District 4 and state assembly candidate David Couch has endorsed Chris Parlier\u2019s re-election campaign to serve the county\u2019s 2nd District.<\/p>\n
Couch\u2019s backing is one of the latest endorsements Parlier has received in the race.<\/p>\n
In a statement on Thursday, Couch said Kern County needs Parlier \u201cat the helm as we continue
to face challenges and threats from Sacramento.\u201d<\/p>\n
\u201cChris restored leadership to the Kern County Board of Supervisors when he filled a vacant seat.
Since then, he has helped lead the county into a period of major economic growth and new
investment,\u201d Couch said.<\/p>\n
In a press release from Parlier\u2019s office, the supervisor wrote that it is \u201cimperative to maintain proven leadership that can fight effectively for regional interests and create a strong foundation for the future.\u201d<\/p>\n
Parlier has previously been endorsed by Kern County Sheriff Donny Youngblood and Republican State Senator Shannon Grove.<\/p>\n
Parlier is running against Kern County labor leader Sydney O\u2019Connor.<\/p>\n
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