Dear Friends,

California government is broken, and I want to help fix it. That’s why I’m running to represent Santa Barbara and Ventura Counties in the State Assembly.

Our schools and universities, transportation infrastructure, health care and the environment are suffering under a dysfunctional and unaccountable state government plagued by budget stalemates and powerful special interests. We as families, small business owners, citizens and taxpayers pay the price every day.

Why do I think I can make a difference?

I’ve proven that I stand up to and overcome the special interests.

I’m not a typical politician.

And my record as an advocate for our environment and our health, my experience in business and my life experience as a parent give me a rich understanding of the critical needs of our state and the desire and dedication to tackle the tough issues and reach real solutions.