In fact, even the perception of a resurgence in crime can be enough to paralyze business momentum and destroy the sense of security that a vibrant and progressive city requires.

I support public and private partnerships whenever appropriate in order to achieve our goal of a prosperous and vibrant downtown.

It cannot take decades to resurrect, we must act immediately with purpose and enthusiasm to rebuild.

Fresno is an All America city and deserves real, honest, strong leadership and I pledge to the people of Fresno to be that kind of leader.

I am convinced that your Mayor must take the leadership role in education too.

We must do more to protect our neighborhoods and give integrity to our community plans.

I do not believe that defending traditional marriage between one man and one woman excludes anybody or usurps anybody's civil rights and denies anybody their civil rights.