Travis County Commissioner Margaret Gómez received the endorsement of the South Austin Democrats last night, the first Democratic club endorsement of the primary season.

“I am honored to receive the support of a committed and progressive group like the South Austin Democrats,” Gómez said. “As a founding member of SAD and lifelong resident of southeast Austin, I am especially proud. I look forward to working with the club’s members as we move forward, not only for the Democratic primary, but also for this fall when we will have a great opportunity to elect more Democrats.”

Margaret Gomez had previously received early endorsements from six public safety associations, along with the support of elected officials such as Travis County Judge Sam Biscoe, Austin City Council member Bill Spelman, and Constable Richard McCain. She has also been endorsed by three Democratic former statewide elected officials: Jim Hightower, Garry Mauro, and John Sharp.