Sonia Klein
Swansea East
What are people saying about Sonia?
Lord Jim Knight
Alison Seabeck MP
Congressman Grayson
A tireless campaigner, driven by a passion for politics, and public service and with the experience and skills to make a real difference. Sonia has my full support and I look forward to working with her in Parliament as your MP.
Keith Vaz MP
Chair of Home Affairs Select Committee
Sonia is a powerful advocate for social justice. She brings people together to challenge power and deliver change. Sonia would be a great representative for the people of Swansea East. You can count on her!
Sara Apps, Labour2Palestine
Sonia's longstanding experience and understanding of grassroots and community politics and activism, hard work for the Labour Party and her commitment to tackling the underrepresentation of women in all walks of life including politics, government and business, makes her an excellent parliamentary candidate for the Labour Party. I'm delighted to support her in her selection contest.
Cllr Reema Patel
Secretary of the Fabian Women's Network
Sonia Klein has served a key role in connecting progressives in the US and UK on advancing policies that support a strong defense, and providing resources to our veterans and their families.
Terron Sims II, Board of Principals,
Truman National Security Project
I have known Sonia Klein during her time as a Labour PPC for Ilford North. She fought a tough campaign in what was considered an unwinnable seat by Labour. She connects with the voters well and will stand up for local constituents if elected. I see eye to eye with her politically on many issues such as the economy and foreign policy, she would make a brilliant MP!
Cllr Burt Jones
Sonia has been and continues to be one of the greatest champions of Youth Leadership. Especially through her direct coaching and mentoring for young females.
Harry Singha
Founder and Chairman - Youth Coaching
I first met Sonia at the University of Southampton in 1992. We've been close friends and colleagues in both politics and life for 22 years. I am Cardiff born and bred, and know that Sonia will be a great asset to Wales and Swansea East. She brings a lifetime of commitment to the Labour Party and the Socialist values of fairness and equality. Sonia has worked tirelessly in the Public and Private sectors, implementing her vision for an ethical and sustainable economy. She has never stopped being a powerful influencer on public policy reflecting these values and goals. Her career is distinguished and so is her public service. Sonia has always worked globally to cultivate important strategic networks to make her political agency as effective as possible. As a leader and team player, Sonia will bring her commitment and experience to Swansea East to work for a fairer, more just and vibrant economy for Wales.
Louise Taverner - Writer, Activist
​"Sonia is a dedicated and hard working Labour member, working tirelessly for equality. I know she will be a strong advocate for Swansea in parliament, ensuring that Welsh issues are not brushed under the carpet and ignored. As someone with Welsh roots I feel that a strong voice like Sonia's will make sure the valleys are heard in Westminster."
Cllr Aysha S. Raza
Since I have known Sonia Klein, over many years, I have had the privilege to watch her unending dedication to further improve people's lives - either through humanitarian action by way of the charities she has established and charitable endeavours she continues to carry out, or by advocating on behalf of people who have been marginalised and has thus given them a voice. Her work in politics has been tireless in supporting and advocating on behalf of her constituents and I have seen first hand the sympathy, attentiveness and energy she brings to her role. I have known Sonia in both my personal and professional capacity and in both she has never ceased to amaze me with her spirit, energy and dedication. I know that she would work tirelessly for her constituents, take on board their concerns in a pragmatic way and find solutions that suit all. Her ability to listen, understand and improve people's situations by reaching out to them and bringing a realistic aspect to problem-solving and finding solutions makes Sonia a perfect representative of the people. Her understanding of international affairs, the complexities of the Middle East and Asia, and the ramifications it has for the United Kingdom also ensures that Sonia brings a well-rounded perspective and knowledge of world affairs. Her knowledge, understanding and insight ensures that she can speak out on issues of concern and relate these back to her domestic work, a critical factor that can only enhance her capacity to represent a multiethnic and multilingual constituency, and continue to ensure that the UK remains central to world affairs.
Denise Lifton, Political Affairs Officer, United Nations
Sonia is a tireless campaigner on local, national and international issues. She knows how to mobilise support and brings and wealth of valuable experience to fighting for Labour values - as a campaigner, as a business woman and as a mother.
Dan Fox, Member of Walthamstow CLP GC, Trustee of New Engineering Foundation and Army Reservist