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

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.

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

Nothing is more devastating to a community than out-of-control crime.

A natural disaster in one American city is a natural disaster in every American city, including Fresno and, for that matter, every city and small town in the San Joaquin Valley.

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.

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.