Ed HermesEd Hermes

Ed puts "Yes" front and center for his campaign, including "Yes" to housing. His commitment to making Phoenix a more affordable place for everyone to live earned him our endorsement.

Ed Hermes is an attorney, twice-elected school board member, and candidate for Phoenix City Council District 4. He has represented tenants facing eviction and helped advance electric school buses to reduce pollution and protect students’ health. Ed is running to make Phoenix more affordable, improve public transit, create safer streets, and prepare neighborhoods for extreme heat through investments in shade and trees. He believes working people deserve a stronger voice in local government and is committed to making City Hall more transparent and accessible. His campaign brings together labor unions, educators, housing advocates, and community leaders working toward a Phoenix where everyone can thrive.