While it is true that we must seek value added industries like food processing plants and call center operations, we must do what is necessary to expand and develop our economic profile.

High tech companies that focus on research, development and production will learn that they can be the perfect complement to our world-renowned agriculture heritage.

You don't need a city charter to know that education is the foundation of any community.

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

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.

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

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.