Dems Get New South Bay Leader

Rafael Perez will be the new South Bay Democrats vice chair | Click on image to enlarge

South Bay Democrats have a new South County vice chair after a video of a shouting match led to a resignation last month.

Sherman Heights realtor and longtime party activist Rafael Perez will take the seat. Perez, who recently ran for San Diego City Council, is promising to smooth over divisions and try to keep the party focused on extending Democratic leadership and influence in South County. His appointment comes as the party tries to end a years-long lack of Democratic mayors in the region.

Written by Jim Hinch | July 10, 2026 | Voice of San Diego

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