Public Safety Is Personal
Raised in Compton, California. My brother was murdered in Long Beach in a senseless act of violence.
I’m committed to law enforcement and safer communities.
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No family should wait years for justice. I believe in fully resourcing investigations, supporting law
enforcement with modern tools, and holding repeat violent offenders accountable. Public safety is not
theoretical to me — it is deeply personal.
Commitment to Veterans
Mental health and suicide prevention will always be a priority for those who served.
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Every service member who served honorably deserves access to comprehensive mental health care, timely VA
services, and transition programs that lead to stable careers. We must modernize support systems so no
veteran is left fighting alone after returning home.
Faith & Foundation
I grew up Christian, attending a small church in inner Los Angeles — leading missionary groups and singing in the choir.
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Faith shaped my discipline, my service, and my sense of responsibility. It taught me that leadership is
stewardship — and that integrity matters even when no one is watching.
Growing Up in Compton
The struggle shaped me — and gave me determination to prove that a kid born in the pits of the United States can become anything.
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I grew up watching families work hard and still fall behind. That experience is why I take affordability,
opportunity, and accountability seriously. My goal is simple: make the path forward real for kids who
start with less — and help families build stability without leaving their communities.
Combatting Fentanyl & the Drug Crisis
I take it personally when people I grew up with lose their lives to drugs — and even more when kids are dying.
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We must fight this crisis fiercely — targeting traffickers, strengthening enforcement, and expanding prevention
resources for families. We also need measurable outcomes: fewer overdoses, faster disruption of supply chains,
and more support for at-risk youth before tragedy happens.
What Happened to Parks & Recreation?
Extracurricular activities shouldn’t break the bank for parents who work hard just to live in the community.
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We have to invest in youth programs that build confidence, discipline, and belonging — leagues, mentoring, and
community recreation that’s accessible. If families can’t afford travel sports, we should help create strong
local options so every kid has a real outlet and a real team.