The current state of politics in the United States, especially the toxic dynamics within the Washington D.C. establishment, is a significant factor in my decision to run for United States Representative in California's 36th Congressional District.

Career politicians claim to be addressing popular demands and pressing issues.  But, what they continue to do is take the power away from the people and place it in the hands of an unjust few - the special interest groups.  Moreover, these politicians seek more power and take revenge on political opponents which, ultimately weakens our government.

Thus, the minds of the American people are inclined to seek security in the exercise of absolute power by their preferred political party.  This has distracted elected officials from their duties, created unfounded jealousies among groups and regions, raised false alarms among the people, promoted riots and insurrection, and provided foreign nations and interests access to our government where they can impose their will upon the United States of America.

Furthermore, the partisanship practices employed by these career politicians have divided (instead of united) the people of America - turning family member against family member, friend against friend, American against American.

It is time to change things - for the People to take back control of the American government.  The first step is electing candidates like myself to Congress who will UNITE the American People as opposed to DIVIDING them.  And together, we will restore America back to a government of the people, by the people and for the people.