John Erickson is a West Hollywood City Councilmember and candidate for California State Senate District 24. He has worked in local government, advocacy, and nonprofit leadership, including serving as chief of staff at the Alliance for a Better Community and previously as vice president of Planned Parenthood Los Angeles. Erickson has held roles with the City of West Hollywood, Los Angeles World Airports, and statewide advocacy campaigns, and has been involved in policy work related to healthcare access, housing, public safety, environmental sustainability, and civil rights. He also serves in leadership and membership roles with organizations including the California Contract Cities Association, National League of Cities, Clean Power Alliance, and Santa Monica Bay Restoration Commission. He holds degrees from the University of Wisconsin Oshkosh and Claremont Graduate University.