California State Senator Anthony Portantino, among several other dignitaries and guests, attended the event.

Source: https://asbarez.com/gcc-raises-funds-for-armenians-displaced-from-artsakh/

“I am proud to recognize 15 remarkable women who are dedicated to serving our communities with distinction,” stated Senator Portantino.

Source: https://www.crescentavalleyweekly.com/featured/03/16/2023/in-recognition-of-womens-history-month-senator-portantino-honors-15-distinctive-women/

This year, Allen, Stern and Portantino were three of the seven Democrats who didn’t support extending SB 35, a bill that has built thousands of deed-restricted housing units across California.

Source: https://www.latimes.com/opinion/letters-to-the-editor/story/2023-07-11/democrats-are-blocking-new-housing-in-california