Candidate for U.S. House of Representatives - California 7th Congressional District in 2018 California 2018 General Election.
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Get StartedU.S. military operations need to leverage the businesses and talent that we will grow as future combat will be digitally-connected, highly mobile, and better leverage intelligence and firepower from a variety of resources. Learn more
I will strongly support veterans as they transition to the civilian workforce, manage lives after service disabilities, or face other tragic setbacks they have suffered while serving their country. Learn more
Sacramento, capital of the largest state in the nation, should be the hub of the Pacific for support to counterterrorism, intelligence, and federal-state cooperation. Learn more
I will support thoughtful measures that further fund cybersecurity practices, support better vetting of foreign visitors, and make improvements in border security and customs. Learn more
The United States must fully support our alliances with other countries, as well as the necessary strategic capabilities that limit aggression. Learn more
We must remove over-burdensome regulations, slow the rising costs of energy, and fix our crumbling infrastructure. Learn more
We must use targeted incentives to support trades education, higher education, and foster economic activity. Learn more
Government must show restraint in balancing its role of regulator and enabler – and trends of government overreach must be slowed. My principles to Keep Sacramento County Working are simple. Learn more
As America’s primary employer, we must protect small business and recognize their unique challenges and role in keeping America working. Learn more
Sacramento County also has a long history with the military industry, and I will look to bring the defense industry back to our area. Learn more
We must remove over-burdensome regulations, slow the rising costs of energy, and fix our crumbling infrastructure. Learn more
Trade, diplomacy, foreign aid, and defense policy must all be considered when thinking about international businesses.Countries that attempt to limit access to the seas and subsidize industries (particularly in the area of defense and logistics) are not supporting free trade.America must use every power to protect access to markets for our businesses. Learn more
I will bring greater access to important federal-level resources that can help our community thrive. Learn more
I will champion government transparency. I want the public to know what government is doing and allow our community time to weigh-in on decisions. Learn more
Overutilization, rising prescription drug costs, accountability in government subsidy spending, must all be addressed. As with other markets, we can encourage the better use of technology and innovation to reduce costly hospital and procedural costs. Learn more
People struggling with continuous illness or long-term disabilities are some of our most vulnerable members of society. The government should step in to assist those in great need. This includes keeping Medicare fiscally strong for generations to come. Learn more
A robust health care system that strikes a sensible balance between private and public partnerships will ultimately provide consumers with more affordable options for health coverage and access to the care they need. Learn more
While we all contribute to assisting others in society, we must also recognize that people should be incentivized to make healthy life choices and those who do should be rewarded for their efforts. Learn more
We must also improve the visa-worker program to allow for smaller businesses to compete with others throughout the world. For the approximately 11 million undocumented individuals here now, we must establish fair practices toward citizenship. To remain in the U.S., undocumented individuals must declare themselves, commit to background checks, and only then be moved to “back of the line” to apply for Green Cards. Learn more
Intelligence, investigations and partnerships allow us to enforce measures that return bad actors to their original states. These measures must remain in place and avoid overburdening local agencies. Learn more
We must remain vigilant in preserving jobs for U.S. citizens; moving away from a completely random Green Card process and matching worker talent with business needs. Learn more
I will work to improve our community’s protection against floods and during a flood event. Both are essential federal responsibilities, in close partnership with all levels of government. Learn more
California’s water infrastructure is aging and needs many repairs - and the federal government should be California’s most important partner in making repairs. Conservation efforts help, but additional water storage is essential. My vote will always include both measures. Learn more
Access to clean water supplies in our community will be a top priority, along with ensuring farmers have access to clean water to produce healthy food Learn more
I will fight for businesses and their employees by allowing them to keep more hard-earned dollars. Additionally, simplifying our tax code combined with reducing taxes on businesses produces more predictable costs, which lets individuals and businesses plan for the future. Learn more
I am committed to easing costs on American companies to return dollars made overseas back to the United States.I support a one-time reduced tax penalty for those who have chosen this path. Learn more
I strongly support reducing the tax burden on new graduates of vocational, community college, and four year universities.Greater tax incentives than what are available today, can assist graduates and support businesses that bring on new students.The last thing young adults need is a large tax bill as they begin their careers. Learn more
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