Candidate for
United States Representative; District 16

I was born and raised here in San Jose. I have seen the Santa Clara Valley transformed from an agricultural paradise to a global technological center. In my professional life, I have been a part of that transformation. As a working, tax-paying resident, I have experienced, first-hand, the problems and issues that confront our district. I proudly served our country in the Navy for 12 years, on active and reserve duty. I understand the importance of a strong, well-trained, well equipped military, and the need to fairly compensate those who put their lives on the line in service of our nation. I also understand the responsibility of Congress to ensure that our military does not serve as an agent for the furthering of political ends, but serves it's rightful role as defender of the citizens of the United States of America. I believe that everyone can help raise the quality of life in their communities. I try to do my part by being a volunteer literacy tutor in the Partners In Reading program hosted by the San Jose Public Library. I also am a regular blood and blood platelet donor and act as a safety coordinator for my homeowners association.