INLAND EMPIRE, CA — Today, Oliver Unaka, candidate for the Riverside County Board of Education, Trustee Area 1, announced he has received the formal endorsement of the Amalgamated Transit Union (ATU) Local 1704. This key labor endorsement highlights Unaka’s commitment to labor partnerships, public service, and the working families who keep Riverside County moving.

ATU Local 1704, which represents hundreds of transit professionals across the region, cited Unaka’s transparent leadership and his community-first platform as the primary drivers for their support. As the county faces evolving challenges in education and infrastructure, the union emphasized the need for a Trustee who understands the direct link between stable, well-supported working families and student success.

"Oliver Unaka has consistently demonstrated that he values the voices of the people who power our communities," said a representative of ATU Local 1704. "His approach to governance is rooted in transparency and a genuine respect for the labor that sustains our public institutions. We are proud to stand with a candidate who prioritizes the needs of working parents and ensures that our educational system remains accountable to the public it serves."

Unaka’s campaign has centered on bridging the gap between the boardroom and the living room, advocating for a Riverside County Board of Education that is accessible, communicative, and focused on career-ready outcomes for all students.

"I am deeply honored to have the support of the men and women of ATU Local 1704," said Unaka. "Transit workers are the backbone of our economy, and they are also the parents and neighbors who rely on our schools to prepare the next generation. This endorsement reinforces our shared vision of a transparent system that works for every family, ensuring that parents have a seat at the table and that our workers are treated with the dignity they deserve."

The endorsement from ATU Local 1704 adds to a growing list of support for Unaka’s candidacy, including prominent educators, community leaders, and labor organizations who are seeking a fresh, collaborative perspective for Trustee Area 1.

The primary election for the Riverside County Board of Education will be held on June 2, 2026.