California State Assembly

California Assembly District 28

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To help voters better understand where each candidate stands on issues that matter to people of faith, candidates were invited to respond to a set of specific questions. Their answers are presented below in their own words, without commentary or endorsement, so that voters can weigh each candidate's positions and make an informed decision.

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Voter ID

Share your view on the 2026 California ballot proposition that requires voters to show a government-issued photo identification to vote.
’m strongly in favor of the 2026 California voter ID proposition. To me, this is basic common sense: if we want elections people can trust, then we need citizen verification and government‑issued photo ID at the polls. I worked with a dedicated group of volunteers, and together we gathered nearly 60,000 signatures to help voter ID qualify for the ballot. California’s voter rolls are a mess. Auditing the rolls must be done for responsible governance. Clean data protects legitimate voters and strengthens confidence in the outcome. And mail‑in voting needs real security. Chain of custody, signature verification, ballot tracking are all lacking in California and has made election fraud easy as there are no checks and balances. If we’re going to rely heavily on mail‑in ballot, I support Carl DeMaios plan to have a matching pin code to verify the ballot. This is the most important issue on the ballot in November.
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Budget

Share your views on California's budget shortfalls and mounting debt. Do you favor cutting spending, raising taxes, or a mix of both to achieve fiscal responsibility?
California doesn’t have a revenue problem, it has a spending addiction. Decades of one‑party control created a culture where every program grows, every agency expands, and no one ever asks whether taxpayers are actually getting results. That’s how you end up with a massive deficit and billions in mounting debt. If I am elected to the assembly, I will demand real audits of every major department to eliminate fraud and abuse. Cut waste before touching essential services. Sacramento funds too many pet projects, duplicative programs, and agencies that don’t deliver. Prioritize core functions: public safety, infrastructure, education basics and not ideological experiments. Hold the line on taxes. You don’t fix a deficit by punishing families and businesses who are already leaving the state. Block any bad bills that gives taxpayer money to people that are here illegally.
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Israel

Share your view on America's support for Israel.
I am 100% committed to America’s support for Israel. Israel is our strongest democratic ally in the Middle East an the one nation in the region that shares our values, our strategic interests, and our commitment to freedom. Standing with Israel isn’t optional, it’s essential. For me, this is also biblical. Scripture is clear: “I will bless those who bless you, and whoever curses you I will curse.” Genesis 12:3 History shows that nations who stand with Israel thrive, and those who seek its destruction fall into chaos. America’s moral and spiritual responsibility is to defend Israel’s right to exist, to protect itself, and to defeat terrorism. We also have to confront the violent extremist ideologies that fuel groups like Hamas, Hezbollah, and ISIS. These movements are built on hatred, oppression, and brutality. They do not represent peace‑loving Muslims around the world. They represent a radical ideology that glorifies violence and targets Christian and Jews.
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Border

What is your view of President Donald Trump's measures to enhance border security?
I fully support the steps President Donald Trump has taken to strengthen our border. This country has always opened its arms to people from all over the world. That’s part of what makes America special. But welcoming people doesn’t mean abandoning standards. If you come here, you should assimilate into our culture, respect our laws, and contribute to the nation you’re choosing to join. Border security isn’t about shutting people out, it’s about protecting the integrity of our immigration system and American citizens When the border is wide open, it encourages chaos, exploitation, and suffering and it drains resources that should be going to American citizens first. Taxpayer dollars are not unlimited. They should support the people who built this country, who live here legally, and who follow the rules. I fully support the efforts of ICE and do not agree with " sanctuary city" laws that hinder the efforts of law enforcement from removing people here illegally.
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Marriage

In 2024, Californians voted to amend the state Constitution to establish marriage as a fundamental right regardless of sex. What is your view on this amendment?
I believe marriage is and always has been a sacred covenant between one man and one woman. That’s not just my opinion; it’s the foundation of my Christian faith. Scripture is clear about the design and purpose of marriage, and I stand firmly on that truth. People are free to build their lives with whomever they choose. They can have civil unions that grant every legal right, protection, and privilege available under the law. I don’t wish harm or exclusion on anyone. But marriage, as a religious institution, is something different. It carries a spiritual meaning that goes beyond paperwork, and according to my faith, it is reserved for one man and one woman. The 2024 constitutional amendment may redefine marriage in California’s legal code, but it does not change the biblical definition. My position is simple: treat everyone with dignity, allow civil unions with full legal protections, but do not redefine the sacred institution of marriage that God established.
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Abortion

After the Supreme Court returned abortion policymaking to the states, do you believe that is the correct level of government to decide this issue, or should Congress or the Constitution establish a national standard?
I am pro‑life, and I was genuinely grateful for the Supreme Court’s decision to return the issue of abortion to the states and to the people. For years, this debate was locked at the federal level, with no room for voters to have a real say. The Court’s ruling finally put the responsibility back where it belongs, in the hands of citizens and their elected representatives. To me, protecting life is a moral responsibility. I believe every child is created with purpose, and that life begins at conception. I also believe communities should be able to reflect their values through their laws. When the Court returned this issue to the states, it allowed people to stand up for the unborn in a way they couldn’t before. I pray for the day when we will no longer have abortions and people will understand the sanctity of live and the rights of the unborn.
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Parental Rights

What is your view of the Supreme Court’s decision supporting a parents’ right to know about their child’s gender issues at school?
My position on the Supreme Court’s decision affirming a parent’s right to know about their child’s gender issues at school is not theoretical for me, it is deeply personal. My own son was a victim of secrecy, and it is one of the main reasons I decided to run for State Assembly. When my son was 15, his father passed away. He was grieving, depressed, and vulnerable. I did what any mother would do, I sent him to a counselor. What I didn’t know was that, through that counselor and through the school system, he was told he was in the wrong body and put on hormones and puberty blockers without my knowledge or consent. He began transitioning behind my back. I didn’t find out for three years. I was shocked to learn that under AB 1195, passed by our state assembly, teachers and school staff were instructed not to tell parents. They were told to keep life‑altering information secret from the very people responsible for their child’s wellbeing.
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Vaccines

What is your view of California's vaccine mandate for public school students?
I am against vaccine mandates for students.. Every child is different, every medical situation is different, and parents, not the government, should be the ones making those decisions. Mandates take away parental authority, erase individual choice, and assume Sacramento knows better than mothers and fathers. That’s not how a free society works. We can encourage vaccines, we can educate families, but we should never punish or exclude children because their parents made a different medical decision. My position is simple: no mandates. Respect parents. Respect medical freedom. And stop treating children like they belong to the state.
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