“Our campaign was never about one election or one candidate,” Sanders said. “The only way our movement can continue is if we work together to elect great, progressive candidates at every level of government, in every state in this country. I am proud to endorse these excellent leaders who will make a difference in the lives of New Yorkers. Together we will create a New York and a nation based on social justice, racial justice, economic justice, and environmental justice for all.”

Anna was endorsed by Planned Parenthood Planned Parenthood Empire State Votes (PPSV) PAC, an organization that works towards electing candidates that stand with Planned Parenthood and who fight for women’s and men’s health and rights… This is not the first time that Kelles has received recognition from Planned Parenthood. In June, she received a 100% rating from Planned Parenthood of Greater New York Action Fund.

Anna was endorsed by Senator Kirsten Gillibrand, who said, "Dr. Kelles’ unwavering compassion and deep knowledge of the issues makes her a remarkable candidate who will bring Tompkins and Cortland County out of this crisis and into the future. Issues of childcare and healthcare are on the minds of all New Yorkers, and Anna isn't afraid of the hard work to come. I’m thrilled to support her candidacy. "

Anna was also endorsed by the New York State Federation of Democratic Women, an organization working to unite the women of the Democratic party.

Anna was endorsed by Senator Chuck Schumer, who said, “I support Dr. Kelles because I know she will bring her qualifications as an Epidemiologist and public health expert to Albany to lead the effort to beat back the Covid scourge. Anna Kelles will roll up her sleeves and fight for her constituents and the issues they care about.”

“During her time as a legislator, she has played an instrumental role in making Ithaca and Tompkins County a sanctuary area for undocumented immigrants, marking the first creation of a sanctuary county since the 2016 election…”

“I'm proud to endorse Anna Kelles for State Assembly. We need strong Progressives in Albany and that's exactly what Anna is. Her work in housing, as well as with Local Progress is respected around the state and she has the experience to be effective in the legislature on day one.”

As young people, we are particularly affected by the climate decisions of leaders today. We know Anna Kelles will fight alongside us to defeat fossil fuel companies and help build a more just, green economy…

"I'm endorsing Anna today because it will make a huge difference to have a fearless, progressive climate and health activist who is also a brainiac epidemiologist in Albany!” said Teachout…

“The most pressing issues facing us today show us that we are in a time of unprecedented public health crises. Anna Kelles has been a public health scholar for many years and has committed herself to educating others with her PhD in Nutritional Epidemiology…”

“As a fellow advocate for a New York that works for all of us, Anna Kelles has the courage and the experience to effect real change for the many, not just the few,”

“Anna Kelles understands health care workers’ needs… She tries to make a personal connection with the people she meets and then will take that information to go to fight for us in the NYS Assembly.”

The Bricklayers and Allied Craftworkers Union Local 3 announced the endorsement saying Kelles has displayed a strong commitment to local labor, fair pay and benefits.

We, the undersigned, are endorsing Anna Kelles for State Assembly, 125th District. We are all progressives. We are leaders in our community. And we are women, women raising our united voices with this endorsement.

“I endorse Anna Kelles for our State Assembly seat being vacated by Barbara Lifton… Many strong candidates have come forward to run for this seat, but Anna Kelles stands out.”

“As someone who served on the Tompkins County Legislature for 12 years, five of them as Chair, I am proud to endorse Anna Kelles for Assembly…”

“I have just returned from a month in New York City, treating COVID-19 patients at a large hospital…as a result, I will break with my past to give my endorsement to Anna Kelles for NY Assembly, District 125.”