You know…I am almost speechless! Almost! I don’t know where to start. I am blessed. I am so very appreciative of the new friendships I have made, the years-long friendships that I’ve had. Such strong and beautiful daughters…I couldn’t be more proud.(Brianne, Cerisse and Kelsey). It’s not easy being a politician’s kid. But these 3 …
The Republican State Leadership Committee (RSLC) has named my race as one of 16 “Top Races to Watch” in the nation! The RSLC is the largest caucus of Republican state leaders in the country and the only national organization whose mission is to elect down-ballot, state-level Republican officeholders. Since 2002, the RSLC has been working …
It’s official! The County Auditor has certified the primary election and WE WON! I say “we” because I didn’t get here on my own. It took hard work and the support of volunteers, family, friends, and donors. I can’t express the amount of gratitude I have for each and every one of you. Your faith and …
Saturday, August 13th I attended the Veterans Village Groundbreaking in the Minnehaha area of Vancouver. Veterans Village is the brainchild of local Vietnam veteran Michael Stacey. Stacey’s vision is a small communtiy of for local homeless veterans comprised of a up to 18 “tiny homes”. The village would be built on an existing vacant lot at …
I received the notification about my endorsement from the Washington State Patrol Troopers Association a couple of weeks back. Today I received the official letter in the mail. I am both humbled and proud. It is one of the nicest and appreciated endorsements I have received, and I thank them very much.
I offered the following in response to a question posed by Columbian Reporter Lauren Dake regarding Washington Community Action Network’s (CAN) “Tampon Truck”. Hi Lauren, Yes, I did see the truck with the tampon on it. They parked it and another car on our property partially blocking access to our business yesterday morning while they …
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Today I was first in line to file at the Clark County Elections office. I am eager to continue my service to the all the people of the 17th Legislative District and the citizens of Washington State. This campaign for the open Senate seat promises to be just as rigorous as my House race just …
Saturday the 7th of May I attended the Washington State University Vancouver 2016 commencement ceremonies. Located in the 17th Legislative District, WSU Vancouver is an engaged research university committed to increasing access to higher education in SW Washington. Congratulations to the 975 graduates this year! Good luck as you venture out into your new careers and …
On July 16, 2015, a gunman opened fire on two military installations in Chattanooga, Tennessee. He first committed a drive-by shooting at a recruiting center, then traveled to a U.S. Navy Reserve center and continued firing, where he was killed by police in a gunfight. Four Marines died on the spot. A Navy sailor, a …
I am proud to co-sponsor the following Bills in the Washington State House of Representatives. Each one represents the values I campaigned on. Those being smart limited government and the removal of cumbersome regulations. HB-1316 AN ACT Relating to violations of a temporary protection order. HB-1324 AN ACT Relating to the protection of persons and property. HB-1326 AN …