Christine S Bish

[{"question": "U.S. House California District 3", "answer_html": "<div style=\"clear:both;\"></div>", "answer_text": ""}, {"question": "Ballotpedia survey responses", "answer_html": "<p>See also: <a href=\"/Ballotpedia%27s_Candidate_Connection\">Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection</a></p>\n<div class=\"row\"><div class=\"col-xs-10 col-md-6 col-xs-offset-1 col-md-offset-3\"><p><a href=\"https://ballotpedia.org/Ballotpedia%27s_Candidate_Connection\"><img align=\"middle\" alt=\"Candidate Connection\" src=\"https://cdn.ballotpedia.org/images/8/88/Candidate_Connection_Logo.png\" width=\"90%\"/></a></p></div></div>\n<p>\t\tChristine Bish has not yet completed <a href=\"/Ballotpedia%27s_Candidate_Connection\">Ballotpedia's 2026 Candidate Connection</a> survey.\t\t\t\t<a href=\"mailto:Chris@BishforCongress.com?subject=Ballotpedia%20candidate%20survey&amp;body=I%20noticed%20that%20you%20have%20not%20yet%20filled%20out%20the%20Ballotpedia%20Candidate%20Connection%20Survey.%20%20Please%20do%20this%20so%20we%20can%20learn%20more%20about%20you%20and%20your%20campaign.%20To%20fill%20out%20the%20Ballotpedia%20Candidate%20Connection%20Survey%20visit%3A%20ballotpedia.org%2FSurvey%3FSource%3Dsurvey%0D%0AThank%20you.\">Send a message to Christine Bish asking her to fill out the survey</a>. \t\tIf you are Christine Bish, <a href=\"/Survey?utm_source=ballotpedia&amp;utm_medium=widget&amp;utm_campaign=survey_cta&amp;utm_id=Ballotpedia&amp;Source=survey\">click here to fill out Ballotpedia's 2026 Candidate Connection survey</a>. \t\t\t</p>\n<p><b>Who fills out Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey?</b></p>\n<p>Any candidate running for elected office, at any level, can complete Ballotpedia's Candidate Survey. Completing the survey will update the candidate's Ballotpedia profile, letting voters know who they are and what they stand for.  More than 28,000 candidates have taken Ballotpedia's candidate survey since we launched it in 2015. Learn more about the survey <a href=\"/Ballotpedia%27s_Candidate_Connection\">here</a>.</p>\n<p>\t\tYou can ask Christine Bish to fill out this survey by using the buttons below or emailing Chris@BishforCongress.com.</p>\n<div class=\"row\"><div class=\"col-xs-8 col-xs-offset-2 col-md-6 col-md-offset-3\" style=\"align:center\"><div class=\"col-xs-4 col-xs-offset-2\"><a href=\"https://twitter.com/intent/tweet?text=%40BishForCongress%20you%20haven%27t%20filled%20out%20%40Ballotpedia%27s%20candidate%20survey%20yet!%20These%20questions%20help%20voters%20get%20to%20know%20the%20real%20you%20and%20understand%20your%20policy%20positions.%20Take%20the%20survey%20here%3A%20https%3A//ballotpedia.org/Survey?Source=survey\" id=\"candidate-connection-twitter-423646\" target=\"_blank\"><img alt=\"Twitter\" height=\"86\" src=\"https://cdn.ballotpedia.org/images/8/88/Candidate_Connection_Twitter.png\" width=\"82\"/></a></div><div class=\"col-xs-4\"><a href=\"mailto:Chris@BishforCongress.com?subject=Please%20take%20Ballotpedia%27s%20candidate%20survey&amp;body=I%20saw%20you%20have%20not%20yet%20completed%20Ballotpedia's%20candidate%20survey.%20This%20survey%20aims%20to%20both%20enlighten%20voters%20on%20the%20core%20components%20of%20your%20political%20philosophy%20and%20provide%20you%20the%20chance%20to%20show%20who%20you%20really%20are%E2%80%94to%20reveal%20both%20the%20policies%20and%20the%20person.%0A%0APlease%20complete%20the%20survey%20here%20so%20voters%20can%20learn%20more%20about%20you%3A%20https%3A//ballotpedia.org/Survey%3FSource%3Dsurvey&amp;bcc=surveylog@ballotpedia.org\" id=\"candidate-connection-email-423646\" target=\"_blank\"><img alt=\"Email\" height=\"86\" src=\"https://cdn.ballotpedia.org/images/8/88/Candidate_Connection_Email.png\" width=\"82\"/></a></div></div></div>", "answer_text": "See also: Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection\n\nChristine Bish has not yet completed Ballotpedia's 2026 Candidate Connection survey. Send a message to Christine Bish asking her to fill out the survey . \t\tIf you are Christine Bish, click here to fill out Ballotpedia's 2026 Candidate Connection survey .\nWho fills out Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey?\nAny candidate running for elected office, at any level, can complete Ballotpedia's Candidate Survey. Completing the survey will update the candidate's Ballotpedia profile, letting voters know who they are and what they stand for.  More than 28,000 candidates have taken Ballotpedia's candidate survey since we launched it in 2015. Learn more about the survey here .\nYou can ask Christine Bish to fill out this survey by using the buttons below or emailing Chris@BishforCongress.com."}, {"question": "U.S. House California District 6", "answer_html": "<div style=\"clear:both;\"></div>", "answer_text": ""}, {"question": "Ballotpedia survey responses", "answer_html": "<p>See also: <a href=\"/Ballotpedia%27s_Candidate_Connection\">Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection</a></p>\n<div class=\"row\"><div class=\"col-xs-10 col-md-6 col-xs-offset-1 col-md-offset-3\"><p><a href=\"https://ballotpedia.org/Ballotpedia%27s_Candidate_Connection\"><img align=\"middle\" alt=\"Candidate Connection\" src=\"https://cdn.ballotpedia.org/images/8/88/Candidate_Connection_Logo.png\" width=\"90%\"/></a></p></div></div>\n<p>Christine Bish completed <a href=\"/Ballotpedia%27s_Candidate_Connection\">Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection</a> survey in 2025. The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by Bish's responses.</p>\n<p><span class=\"expand-all\">Expand all</span> | <span class=\"collapse-all\">Collapse all</span></p>\n<div aria-multiselectable=\"true\" class=\"panel-group\" id=\"accordion\" role=\"tablist\"><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse-bio-351134-2025-09-27\" id=\"heading-bio-351134-2025-09-27\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse-bio-351134-2025-09-27\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse-bio-351134-2025-09-27\" role=\"button\"><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-right pull-right\"></i><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-down pull-right\"></i>\t\t\t\tWho are you? Tell us about yourself.\t\t\t</a></p></div><div aria-labelledby=\"heading-bio-351134-2025-09-27\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse-bio-351134-2025-09-27\" role=\"tabpanel\"><div class=\"panel-body\" style=\"max-height: 500px; overflow-y: scroll;\"><div class=\"answers-container\"><span style=\"font-size: 14px;\">\t\t\t\tMy name is Christine Bish. I chose Sacramento County as the place to raise my family, build my business, and put down roots. As a mother and a small business owner in real estate, I understand the struggles families face every day. Rising costs are squeezing household budgets, crime is making our neighborhoods less safe, and too many of our schools are failing to prepare children for real careers and opportunities.\r\n<p>I am running for Congress because Washington has forgotten who it serves. My own family has lived the consequences of failed policies. I lost my daughter to fentanyl, and I will never stop fighting to secure the border and protect other families from this crisis.\r\n</p>\nMy priorities are clear. I will work to restore safety in our communities, strengthen the economy for working families and small businesses, hold government accountable when it breaks the public trust, and give parents a stronger voice in their children’s education. I believe elected officials should be servants, not rulers, and that Sacramento deserves a representative who will fight for a safer, stronger future for everyone—Republicans, Democrats, and independents alike.\t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse-key-message-351134-2025-09-27\" id=\"heading-key-message-351134-2025-09-27\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse-key-message-351134-2025-09-27\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse-key-message-351134-2025-09-27\" role=\"button\"><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-right pull-right\"></i><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-down pull-right\"></i>\t\t\t\tPlease list below 3 key messages of your campaign. What are the main points you want voters to remember about your goals for your time in office?\t\t\t</a></p></div><div aria-labelledby=\"heading-key-message-351134-2025-09-27\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse-key-message-351134-2025-09-27\" role=\"tabpanel\"><div class=\"panel-body\" style=\"max-height: 500px; overflow-y: scroll;\"><div class=\"answers-container\"><span style=\"font-size: 14px;\"><ul><li>Public service, not politics. I am not running to be a ruler or a career politician. I am running to serve the people of Sacramento County, to listen, and to fight for the issues that matter most to our families.</li><li>Rebuilding our local economy. Sacramento has been hit hard by business closures, layoffs, and the loss of major employers like Intel. When jobs disappear, families struggle, and our community loses stability. I will work to bring back opportunity, support small businesses, and create the conditions for new industries to thrive here at home.</li><li>Community Safety\r\nFamilies in Sacramento deserve to feel safe in their homes, schools, and neighborhoods. Right now, too many people feel like prisoners in their own communities because of rising crime, open drug use, and the spread of homelessness. We cannot have strong schools, thriving businesses, or healthy families without safety as the foundation. I will fight to get control of crime, stop the flow of fentanyl and dangerous drugs, and support solutions that restore public order. Every family should have the freedom to work, learn, and live in a community where they feel secure.</li></ul></span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse1-351134-2025-09-27\" id=\"heading1-351134-2025-09-27\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse1-351134-2025-09-27\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse1-351134-2025-09-27\" role=\"button\"><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-right pull-right\"></i><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-down pull-right\"></i>\t\t\t\tWhat areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?\t\t\t</a></p></div><div aria-labelledby=\"heading1-351134-2025-09-27\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse1-351134-2025-09-27\" role=\"tabpanel\"><div class=\"panel-body\" style=\"max-height: 500px; overflow-y: scroll;\"><div class=\"answers-container\"><span style=\"font-size: 14px;\">\t\t\t\tI am passionate about restoring safety, accountability, and opportunity to our communities. My family has felt the pain of failed policies; I lost my daughter to fentanyl, and I will not stop fighting to secure our border and stop the flow of deadly drugs. I believe strong families and safe neighborhoods are the foundation for a thriving economy and good schools. I am committed to rebuilding Sacramento’s economy by supporting small businesses, keeping jobs here, and balancing growth with protecting the farmland and resources that sustain us. Parents, not bureaucrats, should guide their children’s education.\t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse2-351134-2025-09-27\" id=\"heading2-351134-2025-09-27\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse2-351134-2025-09-27\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse2-351134-2025-09-27\" role=\"button\"><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-right pull-right\"></i><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-down pull-right\"></i>\t\t\t\tWho do you look up to? Whose example would you like to follow, and why?\t\t\t</a></p></div><div aria-labelledby=\"heading2-351134-2025-09-27\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse2-351134-2025-09-27\" role=\"tabpanel\"><div class=\"panel-body\" style=\"max-height: 500px; overflow-y: scroll;\"><div class=\"answers-container\"><span style=\"font-size: 14px;\">\t\t\t\tI cannot say there is one person I look up to above all others, but Margaret Thatcher made a lasting impression on me. She was an incredible woman who carried herself with both strength and grace. Her clarity of thought and her resolve in decision-making showed me what true leadership could look like. At the time of President Reagan’s shooting, she was the first woman I had seen on that kind of national stage, and the way she handled herself inspired me. It was not so much that I looked up to her as a role model, but rather that she influenced me by showing that women could lead with strength, dignity, and determination.\t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse3-351134-2025-09-27\" id=\"heading3-351134-2025-09-27\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse3-351134-2025-09-27\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse3-351134-2025-09-27\" role=\"button\"><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-right pull-right\"></i><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-down pull-right\"></i>\t\t\t\tWhat characteristics or principles are most important for an elected official?\t\t\t</a></p></div><div aria-labelledby=\"heading3-351134-2025-09-27\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse3-351134-2025-09-27\" role=\"tabpanel\"><div class=\"panel-body\" style=\"max-height: 500px; overflow-y: scroll;\"><div class=\"answers-container\"><span style=\"font-size: 14px;\">\t\t\t\tI believe the most important qualities in an elected official are personability, empathy, and the ability to clearly communicate complex issues in a way that everyone can understand, no matter their background. Too often, we see representatives who are disconnected from everyday life and the struggles their constituents face. An effective leader must listen, relate to the people they serve, and remember what it means to be a citizen in the community. Public office is not about prestige or power; it is about service, honesty, and the responsibility to bridge the gap between government and the people it represents.\t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse4-351134-2025-09-27\" id=\"heading4-351134-2025-09-27\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse4-351134-2025-09-27\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse4-351134-2025-09-27\" role=\"button\"><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-right pull-right\"></i><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-down pull-right\"></i>\t\t\t\tWhat do you believe are the core responsibilities for someone elected to this office?\t\t\t</a></p></div><div aria-labelledby=\"heading4-351134-2025-09-27\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse4-351134-2025-09-27\" role=\"tabpanel\"><div class=\"panel-body\" style=\"max-height: 500px; overflow-y: scroll;\"><div class=\"answers-container\"><span style=\"font-size: 14px;\">\t\t\t\tOne of the core responsibilities of an elected official is to stay connected to the community they represent. Too often, politicians go to Washington and spend more time with lobbyists than with the families and neighborhoods they serve. A representative’s duty is to listen, to understand the challenges at home, and to carry those voices into every decision. That responsibility lasts for the entire term of office, not just during campaign season. Serving in Congress is about being accountable to the people back home every single day.\t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse5-351134-2025-09-27\" id=\"heading5-351134-2025-09-27\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse5-351134-2025-09-27\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse5-351134-2025-09-27\" role=\"button\"><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-right pull-right\"></i><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-down pull-right\"></i>\t\t\t\tWhat legacy would you like to leave?\t\t\t</a></p></div><div aria-labelledby=\"heading5-351134-2025-09-27\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse5-351134-2025-09-27\" role=\"tabpanel\"><div class=\"panel-body\" style=\"max-height: 500px; overflow-y: scroll;\"><div class=\"answers-container\"><span style=\"font-size: 14px;\">\t\t\t\tThe legacy I want to leave is one of strength, hard work, and determination. I want my grandchildren to remember me not just for what I accomplished, but for the values I lived by every day. Life brings struggles and challenges, but those difficulties can be a gift when we choose to meet them with courage and persistence. Our legacy is not written by the obstacles we face, but by the choices we make and the example we set for others. I hope my grandchildren and future generations in my community will carry forward the lesson that character, perseverance, and service to others are what truly endure.\t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse6-351134-2025-09-27\" id=\"heading6-351134-2025-09-27\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse6-351134-2025-09-27\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse6-351134-2025-09-27\" role=\"button\"><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-right pull-right\"></i><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-down pull-right\"></i>\t\t\t\tWhat is the first historical event that happened in your lifetime that you remember? How old were you at the time?\t\t\t</a></p></div><div aria-labelledby=\"heading6-351134-2025-09-27\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse6-351134-2025-09-27\" role=\"tabpanel\"><div class=\"panel-body\" style=\"max-height: 500px; overflow-y: scroll;\"><div class=\"answers-container\"><span style=\"font-size: 14px;\">\t\t\t\tThe first historical event I remember was the day President Ronald Reagan was shot. I was 14 years old in my high school choir class when it was announced over the loudspeaker. Half the class gasped, while the other half cheered. I was appalled that anyone could cheer such an act. That moment defined who I am today and set me on the path of becoming a Republican. It showed me the value of life, the importance of respect, and the deep reverence I hold for the office of the presidency. That experience shaped my belief that politics should never strip away our shared humanity.\t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse7-351134-2025-09-27\" id=\"heading7-351134-2025-09-27\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse7-351134-2025-09-27\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse7-351134-2025-09-27\" role=\"button\"><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-right pull-right\"></i><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-down pull-right\"></i>\t\t\t\tWhat was your very first job? How long did you have it?\t\t\t</a></p></div><div aria-labelledby=\"heading7-351134-2025-09-27\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse7-351134-2025-09-27\" role=\"tabpanel\"><div class=\"panel-body\" style=\"max-height: 500px; overflow-y: scroll;\"><div class=\"answers-container\"><span style=\"font-size: 14px;\">\t\t\t\tMy first job was at eight years old, working in my father’s restaurant, Gino’s Pizza Parlor in Marysville, California. I had that job for a little over a year until our family moved. Each day, I took one bus to school and another to the restaurant, where I wiped down menus, filled salt and pepper and sugar dispensers, and crawled under tables to clean up so the servers didn’t have to. At that age, it was easy for me to fit under a table, but it also taught me responsibility and teamwork. In a family-owned business, the rule was simple: if you eat, you work. That experience instilled a work ethic I carry with me today, and throughout my childhood and adulthood, I have always worked.\t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse8-351134-2025-09-27\" id=\"heading8-351134-2025-09-27\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse8-351134-2025-09-27\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse8-351134-2025-09-27\" role=\"button\"><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-right pull-right\"></i><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-down pull-right\"></i>\t\t\t\tWhat is your favorite book? Why?\t\t\t</a></p></div><div aria-labelledby=\"heading8-351134-2025-09-27\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse8-351134-2025-09-27\" role=\"tabpanel\"><div class=\"panel-body\" style=\"max-height: 500px; overflow-y: scroll;\"><div class=\"answers-container\"><span style=\"font-size: 14px;\">\t\t\t\tMy favorite book is Star Wars. I must have read it a dozen times growing up, along with the Han Solo series and other related books. While it is pure fiction, it fed my early craving for history, adventure, and larger-than-life stories. At the time, Star Wars was everywhere, and those books captured my imagination. They also taught me about courage, loyalty, and the battle between good and evil in a way that was entertaining but also meaningful. I suppose that makes me a fan of pop culture, but for me, those stories sparked a love of reading and inspired me to always look for the bigger picture in life.\t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse9-351134-2025-09-27\" id=\"heading9-351134-2025-09-27\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse9-351134-2025-09-27\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse9-351134-2025-09-27\" role=\"button\"><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-right pull-right\"></i><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-down pull-right\"></i>\t\t\t\tIf you could be any fictional character, who would you want to be?\t\t\t</a></p></div><div aria-labelledby=\"heading9-351134-2025-09-27\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse9-351134-2025-09-27\" role=\"tabpanel\"><div class=\"panel-body\" style=\"max-height: 500px; overflow-y: scroll;\"><div class=\"answers-container\"><span style=\"font-size: 14px;\">\t\t\t\tIf I could be any fictional character, I would be Princess Leia. She was a freedom fighter who believed in truth and justice, and she stood by her principles even in the face of evil. She was also really good with a blaster, which may explain my passion for the Second Amendment and free speech. Like her, I believe that when a person has the courage to stand firm, that courage can inspire real change.\t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse10-351134-2025-09-27\" id=\"heading10-351134-2025-09-27\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse10-351134-2025-09-27\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse10-351134-2025-09-27\" role=\"button\"><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-right pull-right\"></i><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-down pull-right\"></i>\t\t\t\tWhat is something that has been a struggle in your life?\t\t\t</a></p></div><div aria-labelledby=\"heading10-351134-2025-09-27\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse10-351134-2025-09-27\" role=\"tabpanel\"><div class=\"panel-body\" style=\"max-height: 500px; overflow-y: scroll;\"><div class=\"answers-container\"><span style=\"font-size: 14px;\">\t\t\t\tOne of the struggles I have faced in my life has been my weight. As a child, I was chubby, and while I worked hard to overcome that by the end of high school and into college, it became more difficult after having children. Like many Americans, balancing family, career, and health has not always been easy. But I believe acknowledging challenges is important because it shows we all have areas where we strive to do better. For me, it has been about staying active, working on balance, and recognizing that health is a lifelong journey. I use this struggle as a reminder to persevere, stay disciplined, and never stop improving.\t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse11-351134-2025-09-27\" id=\"heading11-351134-2025-09-27\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse11-351134-2025-09-27\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse11-351134-2025-09-27\" role=\"button\"><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-right pull-right\"></i><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-down pull-right\"></i>\t\t\t\tWhat qualities does the U.S. House of Representatives possess that makes it unique as an institution?\t\t\t</a></p></div><div aria-labelledby=\"heading11-351134-2025-09-27\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse11-351134-2025-09-27\" role=\"tabpanel\"><div class=\"panel-body\" style=\"max-height: 500px; overflow-y: scroll;\"><div class=\"answers-container\"><span style=\"font-size: 14px;\">\t\t\t\tThe U.S. House of Representatives is unique not only in our nation but in the world. Its strength lies in population-based representation, giving every community the ability to elect one of their own to speak for them in Washington. A representative should understand where we live, work, and raise our families, and carry those experiences into national policymaking. Each region of the country has its own identity, and the House reflects that diversity. It is truly a melting pot of voices, perspectives, and priorities that come together to shape the future of the nation.\t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse12-351134-2025-09-27\" id=\"heading12-351134-2025-09-27\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse12-351134-2025-09-27\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse12-351134-2025-09-27\" role=\"button\"><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-right pull-right\"></i><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-down pull-right\"></i>\t\t\t\tDo you believe that it's beneficial for representatives to have previous experience in government or politics?\t\t\t</a></p></div><div aria-labelledby=\"heading12-351134-2025-09-27\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse12-351134-2025-09-27\" role=\"tabpanel\"><div class=\"panel-body\" style=\"max-height: 500px; overflow-y: scroll;\"><div class=\"answers-container\"><span style=\"font-size: 14px;\">\t\t\t\tI do not believe previous government experience is necessary to serve in the House of Representatives. What matters most is real experience in business, family, and community life. A representative should reflect the nature and values of the people they serve, not just climb the next rung of a political ladder. Too often, politicians view local or state office as a stepping stone to Washington. I believe it should be the other way around: the House should be filled with voices of everyday citizens who understand the challenges of their communities and who are willing to serve, not build a career in politics.\t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse13-351134-2025-09-27\" id=\"heading13-351134-2025-09-27\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse13-351134-2025-09-27\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse13-351134-2025-09-27\" role=\"button\"><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-right pull-right\"></i><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-down pull-right\"></i>\t\t\t\tWhat do you perceive to be the United States' greatest challenges as a nation over the next decade?\t\t\t</a></p></div><div aria-labelledby=\"heading13-351134-2025-09-27\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse13-351134-2025-09-27\" role=\"tabpanel\"><div class=\"panel-body\" style=\"max-height: 500px; overflow-y: scroll;\"><div class=\"answers-container\"><span style=\"font-size: 14px;\">\t\t\t\tThe greatest challenge facing the United States over the next decade is education. Today, only about 30% of high school graduates are proficient in reading, and 20% in math. At the same time, we rely more heavily on foreign skilled workers through visa programs to fill critical jobs. That is not sustainable. Our future depends on whether the next generation is prepared to lead, and that begins with serious reform in education. We must return to core skills like math, reading, and history, reduce dependency on computers in early education, and ensure students can master the basics without an electronic crutch. Strong education is the foundation for America’s strength.\t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse14-351134-2025-09-27\" id=\"heading14-351134-2025-09-27\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse14-351134-2025-09-27\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse14-351134-2025-09-27\" role=\"button\"><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-right pull-right\"></i><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-down pull-right\"></i>\t\t\t\tDo you believe that two years is the right term length for representatives?\t\t\t</a></p></div><div aria-labelledby=\"heading14-351134-2025-09-27\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse14-351134-2025-09-27\" role=\"tabpanel\"><div class=\"panel-body\" style=\"max-height: 500px; overflow-y: scroll;\"><div class=\"answers-container\"><span style=\"font-size: 14px;\">\t\t\t\tYes, two years is the correct term length for the House of Representatives. The Constitution intended the House to be closest to the people, and short terms keep that connection strong. If you are not a career politician, a two-year term helps ensure you remain rooted in your community rather than comfortable in Washington. Too often, politicians climb the ladder and forget the people they represent. Voters must also remember these are not lifetime seats. Every two years, the public has the chance to decide if their representative is still in touch with where we live, work, and raise our families—or if it is time for a new voice.\t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse15-351134-2025-09-27\" id=\"heading15-351134-2025-09-27\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse15-351134-2025-09-27\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse15-351134-2025-09-27\" role=\"button\"><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-right pull-right\"></i><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-down pull-right\"></i>\t\t\t\tWhat are your thoughts on term limits?\t\t\t</a></p></div><div aria-labelledby=\"heading15-351134-2025-09-27\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse15-351134-2025-09-27\" role=\"tabpanel\"><div class=\"panel-body\" style=\"max-height: 500px; overflow-y: scroll;\"><div class=\"answers-container\"><span style=\"font-size: 14px;\">\t\t\t\tThe real term limit in Congress is the ballot box every two years. I do not support legislative term limits because they create a revolving door of politicians while leaving unelected bureaucrats with permanent power and no accountability. California shows how this fails. The real solution is voter responsibility. Too often, people assume incumbents cannot be replaced, but every election is an opportunity to hold us accountable. Voters should not re-elect someone just for name recognition. If representatives fail, the public has the power to replace them.\t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse16-351134-2025-09-27\" id=\"heading16-351134-2025-09-27\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse16-351134-2025-09-27\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse16-351134-2025-09-27\" role=\"button\"><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-right pull-right\"></i><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-down pull-right\"></i>\t\t\t\tIs there a particular representative, past or present, whom you want to model yourself after?\t\t\t</a></p></div><div aria-labelledby=\"heading16-351134-2025-09-27\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse16-351134-2025-09-27\" role=\"tabpanel\"><div class=\"panel-body\" style=\"max-height: 500px; overflow-y: scroll;\"><div class=\"answers-container\"><span style=\"font-size: 14px;\">\t\t\t\tThere is not just one representative I want to model myself after, but several whose qualities inspire me. Doug Ose stayed grounded and connected to the people he served here in Sacramento. Vic Fazio showed passion for environmental policy and advocacy for women. Wally Herger brought dedication to his district and understood the importance of community values. Beyond California, Barbara Jordan stood out for her principled approach and strong stances on issues like immigration. My goal is to take the best of these examples and incorporate their strengths into the policies and service I bring to Washington, while never losing sight of my own priorities for Sacramento.\t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse17-351134-2025-09-27\" id=\"heading17-351134-2025-09-27\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse17-351134-2025-09-27\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse17-351134-2025-09-27\" role=\"button\"><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-right pull-right\"></i><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-down pull-right\"></i>\t\t\t\tBoth sitting representatives and candidates for office hear many personal stories from the residents of their district. Is there a story that you’ve heard that you found particularly touching, memorable, or impactful?\t\t\t</a></p></div><div aria-labelledby=\"heading17-351134-2025-09-27\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse17-351134-2025-09-27\" role=\"tabpanel\"><div class=\"panel-body\" style=\"max-height: 500px; overflow-y: scroll;\"><div class=\"answers-container\"><span style=\"font-size: 14px;\">\t\t\t\tThe most impactful story is my own, because it connects directly to the struggles of my community. I am a cancer survivor, and the contamination from nearby retired Air Force bases has left a lasting mark on Sacramento through cancer clusters and unsafe water. Politicians have ignored this danger for decades. Families who have called Sacramento home for generations, some for over 100 years, deserve better. This history and the people who built our community inspire me to fight for a safe and healthy future. Sacramento is where I chose to raise my family, and ensuring clean water and safe neighborhoods is deeply personal to me.\t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse18-351134-2025-09-27\" id=\"heading18-351134-2025-09-27\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse18-351134-2025-09-27\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse18-351134-2025-09-27\" role=\"button\"><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-right pull-right\"></i><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-down pull-right\"></i>\t\t\t\tDo you believe that compromise is necessary or desirable for policymaking?\t\t\t</a></p></div><div aria-labelledby=\"heading18-351134-2025-09-27\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse18-351134-2025-09-27\" role=\"tabpanel\"><div class=\"panel-body\" style=\"max-height: 500px; overflow-y: scroll;\"><div class=\"answers-container\"><span style=\"font-size: 14px;\">\t\t\t\tYes, compromise is both necessary and desirable in policymaking. In politics, as in business, I believe in asking for everything while knowing in advance what I can settle for. The goal is not to give up, but to come out with more progress than where we started. Good policy requires negotiation, skill, and persistence. We need to bring both sides to the table, listen to input, and find common ground that truly serves the people. Compromise does not mean abandoning principles; it means working toward solutions that can actually be enacted and make a difference in people’s lives.\t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse19-351134-2025-09-27\" id=\"heading19-351134-2025-09-27\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse19-351134-2025-09-27\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse19-351134-2025-09-27\" role=\"button\"><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-right pull-right\"></i><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-down pull-right\"></i>\t\t\t\tThe Constitution says that all bills for raising revenue must originate in the House. What role would this power play in your priorities if elected?\t\t\t</a></p></div><div aria-labelledby=\"heading19-351134-2025-09-27\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse19-351134-2025-09-27\" role=\"tabpanel\"><div class=\"panel-body\" style=\"max-height: 500px; overflow-y: scroll;\"><div class=\"answers-container\"><span style=\"font-size: 14px;\">\t\t\t\tI absolutely agree with the Constitution that all bills raising revenue must originate in the House. Too often, however, Congress has surrendered this power to unelected bureaucrats who impose fees and fines without proper legislative approval. Agencies like the EPA have created backdoor revenue streams that bypass the people’s representatives. This undermines accountability and weakens trust. As a constitutionalist, I believe the authority to raise revenue must remain with the House, and I will oppose massive omnibus bills that bury taxes and policies few members have even read. Taxing the American people must be thoughtful, transparent, and considered case by case.\t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse20-351134-2025-09-27\" id=\"heading20-351134-2025-09-27\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse20-351134-2025-09-27\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse20-351134-2025-09-27\" role=\"button\"><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-right pull-right\"></i><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-down pull-right\"></i>\t\t\t\tHow should the U.S. House use its investigative powers?\t\t\t</a></p></div><div aria-labelledby=\"heading20-351134-2025-09-27\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse20-351134-2025-09-27\" role=\"tabpanel\"><div class=\"panel-body\" style=\"max-height: 500px; overflow-y: scroll;\"><div class=\"answers-container\"><span style=\"font-size: 14px;\">\t\t\t\tThe investigative power of the House is one of its most important constitutional responsibilities. As someone who has personally worked to expose waste, fraud, and abuse, I understand the importance of using this power responsibly. Investigations must not become political witch hunts, but they must hold both elected officials and unelected bureaucrats accountable. The House has a duty to ensure that government serves the people, not itself or special interests. Proper oversight protects our freedoms, restores trust, and reminds Washington that public service is about accountability, transparency, and responsibility to the American people.\t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse21-351134-2025-09-27\" id=\"heading21-351134-2025-09-27\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse21-351134-2025-09-27\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse21-351134-2025-09-27\" role=\"button\"><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-right pull-right\"></i><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-down pull-right\"></i>\t\t\t\tWhat organizations or individuals have endorsed your campaign?\t\t\t</a></p></div><div aria-labelledby=\"heading21-351134-2025-09-27\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse21-351134-2025-09-27\" role=\"tabpanel\"><div class=\"panel-body\" style=\"max-height: 500px; overflow-y: scroll;\"><div class=\"answers-container\"><span style=\"font-size: 14px;\">\t\t\t\tCurrent 2026 Endorsements (Top 10)<br/>\n<p>Ted Gaines, Board of Equalization Member and former California State Senator<br/><br/>\r\nMike Morrell, former California State Senator<br/><br/>\r\nYolo County Republican Party<br/><br/>\r\nPeter Kuo, former GOP Vice Chair<br/><br/>\r\nRob Schneider, actor, writer, and comedian<br/><br/>\r\nDr. Douglas Frank, nationally renowned physicist<br/><br/>\r\nEric Early, attorney and former U.S. Senate candidate<br/><br/>\r\nJulie Hall, Massachusetts GOP and retired U.S. Air Force Colonel<br/><br/>\r\nSteve Frank, columnist and Republican activist<br/><br/>\r\nNew California State<br/><br/>\r\nPrevious 2024 Endorsements<br/>\n</p>\nGun Owners of America, California Rifle and Pistol Association, National Rifle Association (favorable rating), Moms for America, California Pro-Life, Howard Jarvis Taxpayers Association, California Republican Party\t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse22-351134-2025-09-27\" id=\"heading22-351134-2025-09-27\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse22-351134-2025-09-27\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse22-351134-2025-09-27\" role=\"button\"><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-right pull-right\"></i><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-down pull-right\"></i>\t\t\t\tCandidates hear many personal stories from voters. Is there a story that you’ve heard that you found particularly touching or memorable?\t\t\t</a></p></div><div aria-labelledby=\"heading22-351134-2025-09-27\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse22-351134-2025-09-27\" role=\"tabpanel\"><div class=\"panel-body\" style=\"max-height: 500px; overflow-y: scroll;\"><div class=\"answers-container\"><span style=\"font-size: 14px;\">\t\t\t\tOne of the most memorable experiences I have had was not just hearing a story, but being part of it. Virginia was a woman in her 80s who was legally blind and wheelchair-bound, living in a second-story apartment. She had to sit on the stairs and slide up and down to reach her home. When the apartment complex decided to evict her because she could not safely evacuate, her greatest fear was losing a place to live. I worked with the local fire department and housing officials to find a sponsor and convinced the manager to let her stay until a downstairs unit became available. It was not just her story; it was an opportunity for me to step in and make her life safer and easier.\t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse23-351134-2025-09-27\" id=\"heading23-351134-2025-09-27\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse23-351134-2025-09-27\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse23-351134-2025-09-27\" role=\"button\"><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-right pull-right\"></i><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-down pull-right\"></i>\t\t\t\tWhat is an accomplishment that you are proud of?\t\t\t</a></p></div><div aria-labelledby=\"heading23-351134-2025-09-27\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse23-351134-2025-09-27\" role=\"tabpanel\"><div class=\"panel-body\" style=\"max-height: 500px; overflow-y: scroll;\"><div class=\"answers-container\"><span style=\"font-size: 14px;\">\t\t\t\tAn accomplishment I am proud of is breaking free from a cycle of poverty. While my father found success at times, he often destroyed it, and my mother and I were left without a home. There were times we lived in cars, relied on food stamps, or stood in line for meals. I am proud that my children never had to experience that hardship. My strength has been refusing to be trapped by those circumstances and instead building a better life for my family. Nowhere else in the world could a homeless little girl grow up to run for the United States Congress. That is both my accomplishment and the promise of America.\t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse24-351134-2025-09-27\" id=\"heading24-351134-2025-09-27\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse24-351134-2025-09-27\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse24-351134-2025-09-27\" role=\"button\"><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-right pull-right\"></i><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-down pull-right\"></i>\t\t\t\tWhat role should the United States government have in the development or use of artificial intelligence?\t\t\t</a></p></div><div aria-labelledby=\"heading24-351134-2025-09-27\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse24-351134-2025-09-27\" role=\"tabpanel\"><div class=\"panel-body\" style=\"max-height: 500px; overflow-y: scroll;\"><div class=\"answers-container\"><span style=\"font-size: 14px;\">\t\t\t\tArtificial Intelligence is the future, not only for the United States but for the entire world. Our government must take a role of leadership and oversight. AI is not flawless; it is a tool that must remain under human control. We need to master the technology and harness its potential without allowing it to overtake us. Just as innovation has always driven American progress, we must ensure AI serves people, not replaces them. The United States should lead in setting standards that protect jobs, safeguard privacy, and keep our nation secure while advancing technology responsibly.\t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse25-351134-2025-09-27\" id=\"heading25-351134-2025-09-27\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse25-351134-2025-09-27\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse25-351134-2025-09-27\" role=\"button\"><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-right pull-right\"></i><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-down pull-right\"></i>\t\t\t\tWhat legislation would you enact related to election administration in the United States?\t\t\t</a></p></div><div aria-labelledby=\"heading25-351134-2025-09-27\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse25-351134-2025-09-27\" role=\"tabpanel\"><div class=\"panel-body\" style=\"max-height: 500px; overflow-y: scroll;\"><div class=\"answers-container\"><span style=\"font-size: 14px;\">\t\t\t\tAs an election integrity hawk, I believe federal elections must be limited to U.S. citizens, whether natural-born or naturalized. To preserve trust, voter ID should be required. With technology like AI, the potential for fraud is greater than ever, so we must return to secure, verifiable practices. I do not support permanent mail-in voting, except for military or citizens temporarily overseas. Federal elections should use paper ballots, in person, on Election Day, as outlined in the Constitution. We have the ability to verify eligibility through existing national databases like Social Security or IRS records. Elections should not be complicated or nationalized, but integrity must always be protected.\t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div></div>\n<div class=\"small\" data-nosnippet=\"\"><p><i><b>Note:</b> Ballotpedia reserves the right to edit Candidate Connection survey responses. Any edits made by Ballotpedia will be clearly marked with [brackets] for the public. If the candidate disagrees with an edit, he or she may request the full removal of the survey response from Ballotpedia.org. Ballotpedia does not edit or correct typographical errors unless the candidate's campaign requests it.</i></p></div>\n<div style=\"clear:both;\"></div>\n<div class=\"row\"><div class=\"col-xs-10 col-md-6 col-xs-offset-1 col-md-offset-3\"><p><a href=\"https://ballotpedia.org/Ballotpedia%27s_Candidate_Connection\"><img align=\"middle\" alt=\"Candidate Connection\" src=\"https://cdn.ballotpedia.org/images/8/88/Candidate_Connection_Logo.png\" width=\"90%\"/></a></p></div></div>\n<p>Christine Bish completed <a href=\"/Ballotpedia%27s_Candidate_Connection\">Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection</a> survey in 2024. The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by Bish's responses.</p>\n<p><span class=\"expand-all\">Expand all</span> | <span class=\"collapse-all\">Collapse all</span></p>\n<div aria-multiselectable=\"true\" class=\"panel-group\" id=\"accordion\" role=\"tablist\"><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse-bio-199884-2024-03-27\" id=\"heading-bio-199884-2024-03-27\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse-bio-199884-2024-03-27\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse-bio-199884-2024-03-27\" role=\"button\"><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-right pull-right\"></i><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-down pull-right\"></i>\t\t\t\tWho are you? Tell us about yourself.\t\t\t</a></p></div><div aria-labelledby=\"heading-bio-199884-2024-03-27\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse-bio-199884-2024-03-27\" role=\"tabpanel\"><div class=\"panel-body\" style=\"max-height: 500px; overflow-y: scroll;\"><div class=\"answers-container\"><span style=\"font-size: 14px;\">\t\t\t\tI am Christine Bish, a seasoned small business owner and Sacramento resident with a residency spanning over three decades. Throughout my tenure in this community, I have actively contributed to various community-based organizations, including the Boy Scouts of America and serving as the Vice-Chair for the Oakmont High School Site Council. Notably, I assumed the role of Sacramento Area Chair for the Educational Freedom Initiative, an initiative championed by Dr. Milton Friedman. In my capacity as a guest speaker for The Conservative Voice in Riverside, California, I engaged in a compelling debate on the imperative of School Choice in the state.\r\n<p>As a local Realtor deeply embedded in the community, I possess a keen understanding of its needs and aspirations. Employing a \"boots on the ground\" approach, I am committed to assisting individuals in securing affordable, quality housing while adeptly navigating the intricacies of Federal, State, and Local laws and regulations. Drawing upon my extensive experience, I command a profound knowledge of the mortgage industry and State and Federal loan programs. My professional background includes over fifteen years as a skip tracer, specializing in locating witnesses, assets, and conducting background investigations. During my decade-long tenure with a local law firm, I garnered national recognition for my achievements with key clients.\r\n</p>\nI pledge to represent all constituents of my district regardless of political views.\t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse-key-message-199884-2024-03-27\" id=\"heading-key-message-199884-2024-03-27\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse-key-message-199884-2024-03-27\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse-key-message-199884-2024-03-27\" role=\"button\"><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-right pull-right\"></i><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-down pull-right\"></i>\t\t\t\tPlease list below 3 key messages of your campaign. What are the main points you want voters to remember about your goals for your time in office?\t\t\t</a></p></div><div aria-labelledby=\"heading-key-message-199884-2024-03-27\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse-key-message-199884-2024-03-27\" role=\"tabpanel\"><div class=\"panel-body\" style=\"max-height: 500px; overflow-y: scroll;\"><div class=\"answers-container\"><span style=\"font-size: 14px;\"><ul><li>Illegal Immigration and Border Security. \r\nAmericans are mad, and they ought to be- The Biden Administration is allowing an invasion on our Southern Border. I pledge to be a strong advocate for securing our borders and ending sanctuary cities. I will also stand behind Texas and any border state that takes action to protect their citizens. Reducing Crime Rates by resolving the homeless crisis, empowering law enforcement and border security</li><li>Overcoming Inflation by eliminating reckless uncontrolled spending (For example, passing the Omnibus Bill without reading it will overburden American taxpayers for generation to come). •\tStrengthening Businesses by decreasing regulations and offering tax breaks. To address the financial struggles endured by our senior citizens, I am pledging to draft and pass legislation that will play a pivotal role in alleviating the burdens on this demographic by eliminating taxes on their hard-earned Social Security benefits, providing the relief they deserve.</li><li>Ensuring Election Integrity by implementing fair and transparent voting procedures to prevent election and voter fraud\r\nEqually important is my commitment to safeguarding parents' rights within the education system. I will work to ensure that parents maintain control over the upbringing and education of their children, preventing any encroachment on these fundamental rights by the school system. Defending Our Freedoms by ending unconstitutional mandates and ending mandatory employee CRT training</li></ul></span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse1-199884-2024-03-27\" id=\"heading1-199884-2024-03-27\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse1-199884-2024-03-27\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse1-199884-2024-03-27\" role=\"button\"><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-right pull-right\"></i><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-down pull-right\"></i>\t\t\t\tWhat areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?\t\t\t</a></p></div><div aria-labelledby=\"heading1-199884-2024-03-27\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse1-199884-2024-03-27\" role=\"tabpanel\"><div class=\"panel-body\" style=\"max-height: 500px; overflow-y: scroll;\"><div class=\"answers-container\"><span style=\"font-size: 14px;\">\t\t\t\tEconomic security, end to uncontrolled spending, energy independence, reducing crime and homelessness, protecting children's education, support to for veterans and their needs, strengthening businesses and opposition to regulatory overreach, ensuring election integrity, safeguarding the needs of senior citizens, support to for our military, no involvement in foreign conflicts where our national security is not threated nor the security of our allies.\t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse2-199884-2024-03-27\" id=\"heading2-199884-2024-03-27\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse2-199884-2024-03-27\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse2-199884-2024-03-27\" role=\"button\"><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-right pull-right\"></i><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-down pull-right\"></i>\t\t\t\tWho do you look up to? Whose example would you like to follow, and why?\t\t\t</a></p></div><div aria-labelledby=\"heading2-199884-2024-03-27\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse2-199884-2024-03-27\" role=\"tabpanel\"><div class=\"panel-body\" style=\"max-height: 500px; overflow-y: scroll;\"><div class=\"answers-container\"><span style=\"font-size: 14px;\">\t\t\t\tWard Connerly who championed for the civil rights of all Americans. He worked very hard to end affirmative action and racial preferences in the University of California system.\t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse3-199884-2024-03-27\" id=\"heading3-199884-2024-03-27\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse3-199884-2024-03-27\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse3-199884-2024-03-27\" role=\"button\"><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-right pull-right\"></i><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-down pull-right\"></i>\t\t\t\tIs there a book, essay, film, or something else you would recommend to someone who wants to understand your political philosophy?\t\t\t</a></p></div><div aria-labelledby=\"heading3-199884-2024-03-27\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse3-199884-2024-03-27\" role=\"tabpanel\"><div class=\"panel-body\" style=\"max-height: 500px; overflow-y: scroll;\"><div class=\"answers-container\"><span style=\"font-size: 14px;\">\t\t\t\tFilm: Mr. Smith Goes to Washington<br/>\r\nBooks: Too many ... but the United States Constitution is dearest to me.\t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse4-199884-2024-03-27\" id=\"heading4-199884-2024-03-27\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse4-199884-2024-03-27\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse4-199884-2024-03-27\" role=\"button\"><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-right pull-right\"></i><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-down pull-right\"></i>\t\t\t\tWhat characteristics or principles are most important for an elected official?\t\t\t</a></p></div><div aria-labelledby=\"heading4-199884-2024-03-27\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse4-199884-2024-03-27\" role=\"tabpanel\"><div class=\"panel-body\" style=\"max-height: 500px; overflow-y: scroll;\"><div class=\"answers-container\"><span style=\"font-size: 14px;\">\t\t\t\tIntegrity, transparency, communicate with constituents, live in community.\t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse5-199884-2024-03-27\" id=\"heading5-199884-2024-03-27\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse5-199884-2024-03-27\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse5-199884-2024-03-27\" role=\"button\"><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-right pull-right\"></i><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-down pull-right\"></i>\t\t\t\tWhat qualities do you possess that you believe would make you a successful officeholder?\t\t\t</a></p></div><div aria-labelledby=\"heading5-199884-2024-03-27\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse5-199884-2024-03-27\" role=\"tabpanel\"><div class=\"panel-body\" style=\"max-height: 500px; overflow-y: scroll;\"><div class=\"answers-container\"><span style=\"font-size: 14px;\">\t\t\t\tNumber one is tenacity. I'm not a shrinking violet and I never give on a cause I deeply believe in. I'm also relentless in the pursuit of truth and justice in all things--regardless of political interests or views. Right is right and wrong is wrong. Period.<br/><br/>\n<p>I am a real person, am a open and good listener to all views; I talk the talk and walk the walk. <br/><br/>\n</p>\nI know poverty, having escaped from it. As a result, I am a fierce patriot and advocate for the needs of American citizens first before the needs of other countries.\t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse6-199884-2024-03-27\" id=\"heading6-199884-2024-03-27\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse6-199884-2024-03-27\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse6-199884-2024-03-27\" role=\"button\"><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-right pull-right\"></i><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-down pull-right\"></i>\t\t\t\tWhat do you believe are the core responsibilities for someone elected to this office?\t\t\t</a></p></div><div aria-labelledby=\"heading6-199884-2024-03-27\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse6-199884-2024-03-27\" role=\"tabpanel\"><div class=\"panel-body\" style=\"max-height: 500px; overflow-y: scroll;\"><div class=\"answers-container\"><span style=\"font-size: 14px;\">\t\t\t\tTo serve need of all constituents regardless of political affiliation or personal beliefs.\t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse7-199884-2024-03-27\" id=\"heading7-199884-2024-03-27\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse7-199884-2024-03-27\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse7-199884-2024-03-27\" role=\"button\"><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-right pull-right\"></i><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-down pull-right\"></i>\t\t\t\tWhat legacy would you like to leave?\t\t\t</a></p></div><div aria-labelledby=\"heading7-199884-2024-03-27\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse7-199884-2024-03-27\" role=\"tabpanel\"><div class=\"panel-body\" style=\"max-height: 500px; overflow-y: scroll;\"><div class=\"answers-container\"><span style=\"font-size: 14px;\">\t\t\t\tReforming education in the United Stated by (1) getting rid of the Department of Education, a bureaucratic answer to every problem: add another layer of supervision. Since its inception, the US education system has fallen to one of the lowest levels amongst civilized countries, falling behind many others which have greatly improved their educational systems, such as Japan, Poland, and Ireland. Education belongs to the individual states and not a centralized bureaucracy in Washington, DC. The results of such a policy speak for themselves.<br/><br/>\r\nIn this regard, I support the return to the principal basics of education: reading, writing, arithmetic. Social issues belong outside of the schools. Schools should educate and not indoctrinate.\t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse8-199884-2024-03-27\" id=\"heading8-199884-2024-03-27\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse8-199884-2024-03-27\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse8-199884-2024-03-27\" role=\"button\"><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-right pull-right\"></i><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-down pull-right\"></i>\t\t\t\tWhat is the first historical event that happened in your lifetime that you remember? How old were you at the time?\t\t\t</a></p></div><div aria-labelledby=\"heading8-199884-2024-03-27\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse8-199884-2024-03-27\" role=\"tabpanel\"><div class=\"panel-body\" style=\"max-height: 500px; overflow-y: scroll;\"><div class=\"answers-container\"><span style=\"font-size: 14px;\">\t\t\t\tPresident Ronald Reagan getting shot. I was 15 years old at the time.\t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse9-199884-2024-03-27\" id=\"heading9-199884-2024-03-27\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse9-199884-2024-03-27\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse9-199884-2024-03-27\" role=\"button\"><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-right pull-right\"></i><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-down pull-right\"></i>\t\t\t\tWhat was your very first job? How long did you have it?\t\t\t</a></p></div><div aria-labelledby=\"heading9-199884-2024-03-27\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse9-199884-2024-03-27\" role=\"tabpanel\"><div class=\"panel-body\" style=\"max-height: 500px; overflow-y: scroll;\"><div class=\"answers-container\"><span style=\"font-size: 14px;\">\t\t\t\tI was 8 years old and worked at Gino's Pizza Parlor, Marysville, California. Cleaned under the tables where grownups couldn't easily reach, filled salt and pepper shakers, wiped off menus. Yes, I did get paid for it.\t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse10-199884-2024-03-27\" id=\"heading10-199884-2024-03-27\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse10-199884-2024-03-27\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse10-199884-2024-03-27\" role=\"button\"><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-right pull-right\"></i><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-down pull-right\"></i>\t\t\t\tWhat is your favorite book? Why?\t\t\t</a></p></div><div aria-labelledby=\"heading10-199884-2024-03-27\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse10-199884-2024-03-27\" role=\"tabpanel\"><div class=\"panel-body\" style=\"max-height: 500px; overflow-y: scroll;\"><div class=\"answers-container\"><span style=\"font-size: 14px;\">\t\t\t\tToo many books to single one specific one. I love all of my many books that have become part of my soul and are like visiting old friends.\t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse11-199884-2024-03-27\" id=\"heading11-199884-2024-03-27\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse11-199884-2024-03-27\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse11-199884-2024-03-27\" role=\"button\"><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-right pull-right\"></i><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-down pull-right\"></i>\t\t\t\tIf you could be any fictional character, who would you want to be?\t\t\t</a></p></div><div aria-labelledby=\"heading11-199884-2024-03-27\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse11-199884-2024-03-27\" role=\"tabpanel\"><div class=\"panel-body\" style=\"max-height: 500px; overflow-y: scroll;\"><div class=\"answers-container\"><span style=\"font-size: 14px;\">\t\t\t\tScarlett O'Hara, who was a Bad-Ass lady in beautiful clothing. While she made mistakes, yet she never gave up!\t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse12-199884-2024-03-27\" id=\"heading12-199884-2024-03-27\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse12-199884-2024-03-27\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse12-199884-2024-03-27\" role=\"button\"><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-right pull-right\"></i><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-down pull-right\"></i>\t\t\t\tWhat was the last song that got stuck in your head?\t\t\t</a></p></div><div aria-labelledby=\"heading12-199884-2024-03-27\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse12-199884-2024-03-27\" role=\"tabpanel\"><div class=\"panel-body\" style=\"max-height: 500px; overflow-y: scroll;\"><div class=\"answers-container\"><span style=\"font-size: 14px;\">\t\t\t\tCelebration by Kool &amp; the Gang.\t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse13-199884-2024-03-27\" id=\"heading13-199884-2024-03-27\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse13-199884-2024-03-27\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse13-199884-2024-03-27\" role=\"button\"><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-right pull-right\"></i><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-down pull-right\"></i>\t\t\t\tWhat is something that has been a struggle in your life?\t\t\t</a></p></div><div aria-labelledby=\"heading13-199884-2024-03-27\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse13-199884-2024-03-27\" role=\"tabpanel\"><div class=\"panel-body\" style=\"max-height: 500px; overflow-y: scroll;\"><div class=\"answers-container\"><span style=\"font-size: 14px;\">\t\t\t\tMy passion is helping people. My struggle is not being able to help enough people who need assistance and cry out for help. My hope is that in Congress I can bring this passion to fruition and really be able to make a difference in peoples' lives.\t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse14-199884-2024-03-27\" id=\"heading14-199884-2024-03-27\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse14-199884-2024-03-27\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse14-199884-2024-03-27\" role=\"button\"><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-right pull-right\"></i><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-down pull-right\"></i>\t\t\t\tWhat qualities does the U.S. House of Representatives possess that makes it unique as an institution?\t\t\t</a></p></div><div aria-labelledby=\"heading14-199884-2024-03-27\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse14-199884-2024-03-27\" role=\"tabpanel\"><div class=\"panel-body\" style=\"max-height: 500px; overflow-y: scroll;\"><div class=\"answers-container\"><span style=\"font-size: 14px;\">\t\t\t\tThe House of Representatives is the direct representative of the people. It serves at the will and consent of the people. It is truly a people's house.\t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse15-199884-2024-03-27\" id=\"heading15-199884-2024-03-27\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse15-199884-2024-03-27\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse15-199884-2024-03-27\" role=\"button\"><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-right pull-right\"></i><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-down pull-right\"></i>\t\t\t\tDo you believe that it's beneficial for representatives to have previous experience in government or politics?\t\t\t</a></p></div><div aria-labelledby=\"heading15-199884-2024-03-27\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse15-199884-2024-03-27\" role=\"tabpanel\"><div class=\"panel-body\" style=\"max-height: 500px; overflow-y: scroll;\"><div class=\"answers-container\"><span style=\"font-size: 14px;\">\t\t\t\tYes -- it is beneficial in that it can help a representative to understand the workings and procedures of the House, thus being more efficient.<br/><br/>\r\nNo -- People can become jaded and clubby. They no longer see any solution to problems other than their interests in the next election.\t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse16-199884-2024-03-27\" id=\"heading16-199884-2024-03-27\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse16-199884-2024-03-27\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse16-199884-2024-03-27\" role=\"button\"><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-right pull-right\"></i><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-down pull-right\"></i>\t\t\t\tWhat do you perceive to be the United States' greatest challenges as a nation over the next decade?\t\t\t</a></p></div><div aria-labelledby=\"heading16-199884-2024-03-27\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse16-199884-2024-03-27\" role=\"tabpanel\"><div class=\"panel-body\" style=\"max-height: 500px; overflow-y: scroll;\"><div class=\"answers-container\"><span style=\"font-size: 14px;\">\t\t\t\tEducation -- The dismal state of public education for our youth. This is a national security issue as it leads to increased dependence on immigration, particularly for high-tech jobs, H1B visas for industry, while leaving our youth without access to such jobs. Lack of recruitment of young people for our military to serve our country. Lack of critical thinking in our schools and by our youth leads to easy manipulation by ruthless special interests. <br/><br/>\n<p>Border security -- We must secure and protect our borders if we are to remain a sovereign nation of laws. If we ignore our laws, what's the purpose for having such laws.<br/><br/>\n</p>\nSocial Security -- We must fund social security for our current generation.\t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse17-199884-2024-03-27\" id=\"heading17-199884-2024-03-27\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse17-199884-2024-03-27\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse17-199884-2024-03-27\" role=\"button\"><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-right pull-right\"></i><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-down pull-right\"></i>\t\t\t\tDo you believe that two years is the right term length for representatives?\t\t\t</a></p></div><div aria-labelledby=\"heading17-199884-2024-03-27\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse17-199884-2024-03-27\" role=\"tabpanel\"><div class=\"panel-body\" style=\"max-height: 500px; overflow-y: scroll;\"><div class=\"answers-container\"><span style=\"font-size: 14px;\">\t\t\t\tYes. Populations change, issues change, and persons change. The House is the people's house and must represent all their constituents as the districts change.\t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse18-199884-2024-03-27\" id=\"heading18-199884-2024-03-27\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse18-199884-2024-03-27\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse18-199884-2024-03-27\" role=\"button\"><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-right pull-right\"></i><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-down pull-right\"></i>\t\t\t\tWhat are your thoughts on term limits?\t\t\t</a></p></div><div aria-labelledby=\"heading18-199884-2024-03-27\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse18-199884-2024-03-27\" role=\"tabpanel\"><div class=\"panel-body\" style=\"max-height: 500px; overflow-y: scroll;\"><div class=\"answers-container\"><span style=\"font-size: 14px;\">\t\t\t\tI am against term limits as not being conducive to representative government as it puts unelected bureaucrats in charge while elected politicians are cycled through. Removes accountability by elected officials to their constituents.\t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse19-199884-2024-03-27\" id=\"heading19-199884-2024-03-27\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse19-199884-2024-03-27\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse19-199884-2024-03-27\" role=\"button\"><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-right pull-right\"></i><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-down pull-right\"></i>\t\t\t\tIs there a particular representative, past or present, whom you want to model yourself after?\t\t\t</a></p></div><div aria-labelledby=\"heading19-199884-2024-03-27\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse19-199884-2024-03-27\" role=\"tabpanel\"><div class=\"panel-body\" style=\"max-height: 500px; overflow-y: scroll;\"><div class=\"answers-container\"><span style=\"font-size: 14px;\">\t\t\t\tYes. The representative I want to model myself after is Former Representative Vic Fazio (D). While I'm a Republican and disagreed politically with Rep. Fazio on many issues, I deeply respected him for his strong beliefs in doing right for all of his constituents and his love for our district. Rep. Fazio did great things for our district which benefitted us all, regardless of party or beliefs. For example, he helped to establish the Yolo Wildlife Area:<br/><br/>\n<p>\"The wildlife area was open to the public in 1997 after extensive restoration efforts completed by Ducks Unlimited with federal funds appropriated through the United States Army Corps of Engineers. In 1999, this 3,700-acre (15 km2) restoration project was named the Vic Fazio Yolo Wildlife Area in honor of congressman Vic Fazio who lobbied hard for the funds needed to build the project. In 2001, the wildlife area expanded to over 16,000 acres (65 km2) with the acquisition of the Glide and Los Rios properties. These acquisitions included the 10,000-acre (40 km2) Tule Ranch, a working cattle ranch with extensive vernal pool areas.\" Wikipedia <br/><br/>\n</p>\nRep. Fazio also helped to establish WEAVE, a program that helps women (and men) escape from domestic abuse and violence. This is public service at its best.\t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse20-199884-2024-03-27\" id=\"heading20-199884-2024-03-27\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse20-199884-2024-03-27\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse20-199884-2024-03-27\" role=\"button\"><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-right pull-right\"></i><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-down pull-right\"></i>\t\t\t\tBoth sitting representatives and candidates for office hear many personal stories from the residents of their district. Is there a story that you’ve heard that you found particularly touching, memorable, or impactful?\t\t\t</a></p></div><div aria-labelledby=\"heading20-199884-2024-03-27\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse20-199884-2024-03-27\" role=\"tabpanel\"><div class=\"panel-body\" style=\"max-height: 500px; overflow-y: scroll;\"><div class=\"answers-container\"><span style=\"font-size: 14px;\">\t\t\t\tThis story involves Virginia, a disabled lady in her 80s. Virginia was being evicted for her second story apartment--she was wheelchair bound and could not get downstairs. She relied on the help of her son who is also disabled and lives with her. She could not get qualified for reduced housing and was on the verge of homelessness. When I heard her story, it filled me with sadness and determination to help her. I contacted the Sacramento Housing and Redevelopment Agency, but the best they could do was to put her on a waiting list for emergency funding. Virginia had an emergency NOW and could not wait for years; this would not do. I put my realtor experience to work, and I personally helped Virginia in finding an ADA compliant unit; and avoid homelessness.\t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse21-199884-2024-03-27\" id=\"heading21-199884-2024-03-27\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse21-199884-2024-03-27\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse21-199884-2024-03-27\" role=\"button\"><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-right pull-right\"></i><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-down pull-right\"></i>\t\t\t\tTell us your favorite joke.\t\t\t</a></p></div><div aria-labelledby=\"heading21-199884-2024-03-27\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse21-199884-2024-03-27\" role=\"tabpanel\"><div class=\"panel-body\" style=\"max-height: 500px; overflow-y: scroll;\"><div class=\"answers-container\"><span style=\"font-size: 14px;\">\t\t\t\tKnock knock<br/><br/>\n<p>A: Who's there?<br/><br/>\r\nWho ...<br/><br/>\r\nA: Who who?<br/><br/>\n</p>\nAre you an owl?\t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse22-199884-2024-03-27\" id=\"heading22-199884-2024-03-27\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse22-199884-2024-03-27\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse22-199884-2024-03-27\" role=\"button\"><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-right pull-right\"></i><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-down pull-right\"></i>\t\t\t\tDo you believe that compromise is necessary or desirable for policymaking?\t\t\t</a></p></div><div aria-labelledby=\"heading22-199884-2024-03-27\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse22-199884-2024-03-27\" role=\"tabpanel\"><div class=\"panel-body\" style=\"max-height: 500px; overflow-y: scroll;\"><div class=\"answers-container\"><span style=\"font-size: 14px;\">\t\t\t\tYes, but not at the expense of core values. My small business experience has taught me knowing what and where to compromise and what not to compromise. I will never compromise the interests of my constituents for my own personal gain or interest.\t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse23-199884-2024-03-27\" id=\"heading23-199884-2024-03-27\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse23-199884-2024-03-27\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse23-199884-2024-03-27\" role=\"button\"><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-right pull-right\"></i><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-down pull-right\"></i>\t\t\t\tThe Constitution says that all bills for raising revenue must originate in the House. What role would this power play in your priorities if elected?\t\t\t</a></p></div><div aria-labelledby=\"heading23-199884-2024-03-27\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse23-199884-2024-03-27\" role=\"tabpanel\"><div class=\"panel-body\" style=\"max-height: 500px; overflow-y: scroll;\"><div class=\"answers-container\"><span style=\"font-size: 14px;\">\t\t\t\tI believe in fiscal responsibility and accountability. We must be prudent stewards of the people's money and interests. <br/><br/>\n<p>I would seek to limit the power of administrative agencies and departments from setting fees, fines, and penalties without specific Congressional approval. I do not support taxation without representation. <br/><br/>\n</p>\nI would seek to eliminate omnibus spending and taxation as I believe that each tax or bill must stand on its own.\t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse24-199884-2024-03-27\" id=\"heading24-199884-2024-03-27\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse24-199884-2024-03-27\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse24-199884-2024-03-27\" role=\"button\"><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-right pull-right\"></i><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-down pull-right\"></i>\t\t\t\tHow should the U.S. House use its investigative powers?\t\t\t</a></p></div><div aria-labelledby=\"heading24-199884-2024-03-27\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse24-199884-2024-03-27\" role=\"tabpanel\"><div class=\"panel-body\" style=\"max-height: 500px; overflow-y: scroll;\"><div class=\"answers-container\"><span style=\"font-size: 14px;\">\t\t\t\tThe first requirement is \"Physician, heal thyself.\" The House must hold its own members accountable for their misdeeds / ethical violations. It's necessary to clean our own House first before making laws for others to obey; but not house members. In order to regain the public trust, it is essential to immediately end such a two-tiered system of laws for thee but not for me. This must start with the House and I intend to lead in such efforts.\t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse25-199884-2024-03-27\" id=\"heading25-199884-2024-03-27\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse25-199884-2024-03-27\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse25-199884-2024-03-27\" role=\"button\"><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-right pull-right\"></i><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-down pull-right\"></i>\t\t\t\tWhat organizations or individuals have endorsed your campaign?\t\t\t</a></p></div><div aria-labelledby=\"heading25-199884-2024-03-27\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse25-199884-2024-03-27\" role=\"tabpanel\"><div class=\"panel-body\" style=\"max-height: 500px; overflow-y: scroll;\"><div class=\"answers-container\"><span style=\"font-size: 14px;\">\t\t\t\tSee https://bishforcongress.com/endorsements/\t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse26-199884-2024-03-27\" id=\"heading26-199884-2024-03-27\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse26-199884-2024-03-27\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse26-199884-2024-03-27\" role=\"button\"><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-right pull-right\"></i><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-down pull-right\"></i>\t\t\t\tWhat committees interest you?\t\t\t</a></p></div><div aria-labelledby=\"heading26-199884-2024-03-27\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse26-199884-2024-03-27\" role=\"tabpanel\"><div class=\"panel-body\" style=\"max-height: 500px; overflow-y: scroll;\"><div class=\"answers-container\"><span style=\"font-size: 14px;\">\t\t\t\tHomeland Security and Governmental Affairs, Environment and Public Works, Natural Resources, Energy and Natural Resources, Small Business, Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions, Education and the Workforce, Energy and Commerce.\t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse27-199884-2024-03-27\" id=\"heading27-199884-2024-03-27\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse27-199884-2024-03-27\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse27-199884-2024-03-27\" role=\"button\"><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-right pull-right\"></i><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-down pull-right\"></i>\t\t\t\tWhat are your views on financial transparency and government accountability?\t\t\t</a></p></div><div aria-labelledby=\"heading27-199884-2024-03-27\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse27-199884-2024-03-27\" role=\"tabpanel\"><div class=\"panel-body\" style=\"max-height: 500px; overflow-y: scroll;\"><div class=\"answers-container\"><span style=\"font-size: 14px;\">\t\t\t\tBegin to end omnibus spending and hold each issue to stand or fail on its own merits. Foreign aid should never be a condition for the funding US interests. Funding foreign wars as a condition for funding the security of our own border is extortion.\t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div></div>\n<div class=\"small\" data-nosnippet=\"\"><p><i><b>Note:</b> Ballotpedia reserves the right to edit Candidate Connection survey responses. Any edits made by Ballotpedia will be clearly marked with [brackets] for the public. If the candidate disagrees with an edit, he or she may request the full removal of the survey response from Ballotpedia.org. Ballotpedia does not edit or correct typographical errors unless the candidate's campaign requests it.</i></p></div>", "answer_text": "See also: Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection\n\nChristine Bish completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2025. The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by Bish's responses.\nExpand all | Collapse all\nWho are you? Tell us about yourself. My name is Christine Bish. I chose Sacramento County as the place to raise my family, build my business, and put down roots. As a mother and a small business owner in real estate, I understand the struggles families face every day. Rising costs are squeezing household budgets, crime is making our neighborhoods less safe, and too many of our schools are failing to prepare children for real careers and opportunities. I am running for Congress because Washington has forgotten who it serves. My own family has lived the consequences of failed policies. I lost my daughter to fentanyl, and I will never stop fighting to secure the border and protect other families from this crisis. My priorities are clear. I will work to restore safety in our communities, strengthen the economy for working families and small businesses, hold government accountable when it breaks the public trust, and give parents a stronger voice in their children’s education. I believe elected officials should be servants, not rulers, and that Sacramento deserves a representative who will fight for a safer, stronger future for everyone—Republicans, Democrats, and independents alike. Please list below 3 key messages of your campaign. What are the main points you want voters to remember about your goals for your time in office? Public service, not politics. I am not running to be a ruler or a career politician. I am running to serve the people of Sacramento County, to listen, and to fight for the issues that matter most to our families. Rebuilding our local economy. Sacramento has been hit hard by business closures, layoffs, and the loss of major employers like Intel. When jobs disappear, families struggle, and our community loses stability. I will work to bring back opportunity, support small businesses, and create the conditions for new industries to thrive here at home. Community Safety\r\nFamilies in Sacramento deserve to feel safe in their homes, schools, and neighborhoods. Right now, too many people feel like prisoners in their own communities because of rising crime, open drug use, and the spread of homelessness. We cannot have strong schools, thriving businesses, or healthy families without safety as the foundation. I will fight to get control of crime, stop the flow of fentanyl and dangerous drugs, and support solutions that restore public order. Every family should have the freedom to work, learn, and live in a community where they feel secure. What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about? I am passionate about restoring safety, accountability, and opportunity to our communities. My family has felt the pain of failed policies; I lost my daughter to fentanyl, and I will not stop fighting to secure our border and stop the flow of deadly drugs. I believe strong families and safe neighborhoods are the foundation for a thriving economy and good schools. I am committed to rebuilding Sacramento’s economy by supporting small businesses, keeping jobs here, and balancing growth with protecting the farmland and resources that sustain us. Parents, not bureaucrats, should guide their children’s education. Who do you look up to? Whose example would you like to follow, and why? I cannot say there is one person I look up to above all others, but Margaret Thatcher made a lasting impression on me. She was an incredible woman who carried herself with both strength and grace. Her clarity of thought and her resolve in decision-making showed me what true leadership could look like. At the time of President Reagan’s shooting, she was the first woman I had seen on that kind of national stage, and the way she handled herself inspired me. It was not so much that I looked up to her as a role model, but rather that she influenced me by showing that women could lead with strength, dignity, and determination. What characteristics or principles are most important for an elected official? I believe the most important qualities in an elected official are personability, empathy, and the ability to clearly communicate complex issues in a way that everyone can understand, no matter their background. Too often, we see representatives who are disconnected from everyday life and the struggles their constituents face. An effective leader must listen, relate to the people they serve, and remember what it means to be a citizen in the community. Public office is not about prestige or power; it is about service, honesty, and the responsibility to bridge the gap between government and the people it represents. What do you believe are the core responsibilities for someone elected to this office? One of the core responsibilities of an elected official is to stay connected to the community they represent. Too often, politicians go to Washington and spend more time with lobbyists than with the families and neighborhoods they serve. A representative’s duty is to listen, to understand the challenges at home, and to carry those voices into every decision. That responsibility lasts for the entire term of office, not just during campaign season. Serving in Congress is about being accountable to the people back home every single day. What legacy would you like to leave? The legacy I want to leave is one of strength, hard work, and determination. I want my grandchildren to remember me not just for what I accomplished, but for the values I lived by every day. Life brings struggles and challenges, but those difficulties can be a gift when we choose to meet them with courage and persistence. Our legacy is not written by the obstacles we face, but by the choices we make and the example we set for others. I hope my grandchildren and future generations in my community will carry forward the lesson that character, perseverance, and service to others are what truly endure. What is the first historical event that happened in your lifetime that you remember? How old were you at the time? The first historical event I remember was the day President Ronald Reagan was shot. I was 14 years old in my high school choir class when it was announced over the loudspeaker. Half the class gasped, while the other half cheered. I was appalled that anyone could cheer such an act. That moment defined who I am today and set me on the path of becoming a Republican. It showed me the value of life, the importance of respect, and the deep reverence I hold for the office of the presidency. That experience shaped my belief that politics should never strip away our shared humanity. What was your very first job? How long did you have it? My first job was at eight years old, working in my father’s restaurant, Gino’s Pizza Parlor in Marysville, California. I had that job for a little over a year until our family moved. Each day, I took one bus to school and another to the restaurant, where I wiped down menus, filled salt and pepper and sugar dispensers, and crawled under tables to clean up so the servers didn’t have to. At that age, it was easy for me to fit under a table, but it also taught me responsibility and teamwork. In a family-owned business, the rule was simple: if you eat, you work. That experience instilled a work ethic I carry with me today, and throughout my childhood and adulthood, I have always worked. What is your favorite book? Why? My favorite book is Star Wars. I must have read it a dozen times growing up, along with the Han Solo series and other related books. While it is pure fiction, it fed my early craving for history, adventure, and larger-than-life stories. At the time, Star Wars was everywhere, and those books captured my imagination. They also taught me about courage, loyalty, and the battle between good and evil in a way that was entertaining but also meaningful. I suppose that makes me a fan of pop culture, but for me, those stories sparked a love of reading and inspired me to always look for the bigger picture in life. If you could be any fictional character, who would you want to be? If I could be any fictional character, I would be Princess Leia. She was a freedom fighter who believed in truth and justice, and she stood by her principles even in the face of evil. She was also really good with a blaster, which may explain my passion for the Second Amendment and free speech. Like her, I believe that when a person has the courage to stand firm, that courage can inspire real change. What is something that has been a struggle in your life? One of the struggles I have faced in my life has been my weight. As a child, I was chubby, and while I worked hard to overcome that by the end of high school and into college, it became more difficult after having children. Like many Americans, balancing family, career, and health has not always been easy. But I believe acknowledging challenges is important because it shows we all have areas where we strive to do better. For me, it has been about staying active, working on balance, and recognizing that health is a lifelong journey. I use this struggle as a reminder to persevere, stay disciplined, and never stop improving. What qualities does the U.S. House of Representatives possess that makes it unique as an institution? The U.S. House of Representatives is unique not only in our nation but in the world. Its strength lies in population-based representation, giving every community the ability to elect one of their own to speak for them in Washington. A representative should understand where we live, work, and raise our families, and carry those experiences into national policymaking. Each region of the country has its own identity, and the House reflects that diversity. It is truly a melting pot of voices, perspectives, and priorities that come together to shape the future of the nation. Do you believe that it's beneficial for representatives to have previous experience in government or politics? I do not believe previous government experience is necessary to serve in the House of Representatives. What matters most is real experience in business, family, and community life. A representative should reflect the nature and values of the people they serve, not just climb the next rung of a political ladder. Too often, politicians view local or state office as a stepping stone to Washington. I believe it should be the other way around: the House should be filled with voices of everyday citizens who understand the challenges of their communities and who are willing to serve, not build a career in politics. What do you perceive to be the United States' greatest challenges as a nation over the next decade? The greatest challenge facing the United States over the next decade is education. Today, only about 30% of high school graduates are proficient in reading, and 20% in math. At the same time, we rely more heavily on foreign skilled workers through visa programs to fill critical jobs. That is not sustainable. Our future depends on whether the next generation is prepared to lead, and that begins with serious reform in education. We must return to core skills like math, reading, and history, reduce dependency on computers in early education, and ensure students can master the basics without an electronic crutch. Strong education is the foundation for America’s strength. Do you believe that two years is the right term length for representatives? Yes, two years is the correct term length for the House of Representatives. The Constitution intended the House to be closest to the people, and short terms keep that connection strong. If you are not a career politician, a two-year term helps ensure you remain rooted in your community rather than comfortable in Washington. Too often, politicians climb the ladder and forget the people they represent. Voters must also remember these are not lifetime seats. Every two years, the public has the chance to decide if their representative is still in touch with where we live, work, and raise our families—or if it is time for a new voice. What are your thoughts on term limits? The real term limit in Congress is the ballot box every two years. I do not support legislative term limits because they create a revolving door of politicians while leaving unelected bureaucrats with permanent power and no accountability. California shows how this fails. The real solution is voter responsibility. Too often, people assume incumbents cannot be replaced, but every election is an opportunity to hold us accountable. Voters should not re-elect someone just for name recognition. If representatives fail, the public has the power to replace them. Is there a particular representative, past or present, whom you want to model yourself after? There is not just one representative I want to model myself after, but several whose qualities inspire me. Doug Ose stayed grounded and connected to the people he served here in Sacramento. Vic Fazio showed passion for environmental policy and advocacy for women. Wally Herger brought dedication to his district and understood the importance of community values. Beyond California, Barbara Jordan stood out for her principled approach and strong stances on issues like immigration. My goal is to take the best of these examples and incorporate their strengths into the policies and service I bring to Washington, while never losing sight of my own priorities for Sacramento. Both sitting representatives and candidates for office hear many personal stories from the residents of their district. Is there a story that you’ve heard that you found particularly touching, memorable, or impactful? The most impactful story is my own, because it connects directly to the struggles of my community. I am a cancer survivor, and the contamination from nearby retired Air Force bases has left a lasting mark on Sacramento through cancer clusters and unsafe water. Politicians have ignored this danger for decades. Families who have called Sacramento home for generations, some for over 100 years, deserve better. This history and the people who built our community inspire me to fight for a safe and healthy future. Sacramento is where I chose to raise my family, and ensuring clean water and safe neighborhoods is deeply personal to me. Do you believe that compromise is necessary or desirable for policymaking? Yes, compromise is both necessary and desirable in policymaking. In politics, as in business, I believe in asking for everything while knowing in advance what I can settle for. The goal is not to give up, but to come out with more progress than where we started. Good policy requires negotiation, skill, and persistence. We need to bring both sides to the table, listen to input, and find common ground that truly serves the people. Compromise does not mean abandoning principles; it means working toward solutions that can actually be enacted and make a difference in people’s lives. The Constitution says that all bills for raising revenue must originate in the House. What role would this power play in your priorities if elected? I absolutely agree with the Constitution that all bills raising revenue must originate in the House. Too often, however, Congress has surrendered this power to unelected bureaucrats who impose fees and fines without proper legislative approval. Agencies like the EPA have created backdoor revenue streams that bypass the people’s representatives. This undermines accountability and weakens trust. As a constitutionalist, I believe the authority to raise revenue must remain with the House, and I will oppose massive omnibus bills that bury taxes and policies few members have even read. Taxing the American people must be thoughtful, transparent, and considered case by case. How should the U.S. House use its investigative powers? The investigative power of the House is one of its most important constitutional responsibilities. As someone who has personally worked to expose waste, fraud, and abuse, I understand the importance of using this power responsibly. Investigations must not become political witch hunts, but they must hold both elected officials and unelected bureaucrats accountable. The House has a duty to ensure that government serves the people, not itself or special interests. Proper oversight protects our freedoms, restores trust, and reminds Washington that public service is about accountability, transparency, and responsibility to the American people. What organizations or individuals have endorsed your campaign? Current 2026 Endorsements (Top 10) Ted Gaines, Board of Equalization Member and former California State Senator Mike Morrell, former California State Senator Yolo County Republican Party Peter Kuo, former GOP Vice Chair Rob Schneider, actor, writer, and comedian Dr. Douglas Frank, nationally renowned physicist Eric Early, attorney and former U.S. Senate candidate Julie Hall, Massachusetts GOP and retired U.S. Air Force Colonel Steve Frank, columnist and Republican activist New California State Previous 2024 Endorsements Gun Owners of America, California Rifle and Pistol Association, National Rifle Association (favorable rating), Moms for America, California Pro-Life, Howard Jarvis Taxpayers Association, California Republican Party Candidates hear many personal stories from voters. Is there a story that you’ve heard that you found particularly touching or memorable? One of the most memorable experiences I have had was not just hearing a story, but being part of it. Virginia was a woman in her 80s who was legally blind and wheelchair-bound, living in a second-story apartment. She had to sit on the stairs and slide up and down to reach her home. When the apartment complex decided to evict her because she could not safely evacuate, her greatest fear was losing a place to live. I worked with the local fire department and housing officials to find a sponsor and convinced the manager to let her stay until a downstairs unit became available. It was not just her story; it was an opportunity for me to step in and make her life safer and easier. What is an accomplishment that you are proud of? An accomplishment I am proud of is breaking free from a cycle of poverty. While my father found success at times, he often destroyed it, and my mother and I were left without a home. There were times we lived in cars, relied on food stamps, or stood in line for meals. I am proud that my children never had to experience that hardship. My strength has been refusing to be trapped by those circumstances and instead building a better life for my family. Nowhere else in the world could a homeless little girl grow up to run for the United States Congress. That is both my accomplishment and the promise of America. What role should the United States government have in the development or use of artificial intelligence? Artificial Intelligence is the future, not only for the United States but for the entire world. Our government must take a role of leadership and oversight. AI is not flawless; it is a tool that must remain under human control. We need to master the technology and harness its potential without allowing it to overtake us. Just as innovation has always driven American progress, we must ensure AI serves people, not replaces them. The United States should lead in setting standards that protect jobs, safeguard privacy, and keep our nation secure while advancing technology responsibly. What legislation would you enact related to election administration in the United States? As an election integrity hawk, I believe federal elections must be limited to U.S. citizens, whether natural-born or naturalized. To preserve trust, voter ID should be required. With technology like AI, the potential for fraud is greater than ever, so we must return to secure, verifiable practices. I do not support permanent mail-in voting, except for military or citizens temporarily overseas. Federal elections should use paper ballots, in person, on Election Day, as outlined in the Constitution. We have the ability to verify eligibility through existing national databases like Social Security or IRS records. Elections should not be complicated or nationalized, but integrity must always be protected.\nNote: Ballotpedia reserves the right to edit Candidate Connection survey responses. Any edits made by Ballotpedia will be clearly marked with [brackets] for the public. If the candidate disagrees with an edit, he or she may request the full removal of the survey response from Ballotpedia.org. Ballotpedia does not edit or correct typographical errors unless the candidate's campaign requests it.\n\n\nChristine Bish completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2024. The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by Bish's responses.\nExpand all | Collapse all\nWho are you? Tell us about yourself. I am Christine Bish, a seasoned small business owner and Sacramento resident with a residency spanning over three decades. Throughout my tenure in this community, I have actively contributed to various community-based organizations, including the Boy Scouts of America and serving as the Vice-Chair for the Oakmont High School Site Council. Notably, I assumed the role of Sacramento Area Chair for the Educational Freedom Initiative, an initiative championed by Dr. Milton Friedman. In my capacity as a guest speaker for The Conservative Voice in Riverside, California, I engaged in a compelling debate on the imperative of School Choice in the state. As a local Realtor deeply embedded in the community, I possess a keen understanding of its needs and aspirations. Employing a \"boots on the ground\" approach, I am committed to assisting individuals in securing affordable, quality housing while adeptly navigating the intricacies of Federal, State, and Local laws and regulations. Drawing upon my extensive experience, I command a profound knowledge of the mortgage industry and State and Federal loan programs. My professional background includes over fifteen years as a skip tracer, specializing in locating witnesses, assets, and conducting background investigations. During my decade-long tenure with a local law firm, I garnered national recognition for my achievements with key clients. I pledge to represent all constituents of my district regardless of political views. Please list below 3 key messages of your campaign. What are the main points you want voters to remember about your goals for your time in office? Illegal Immigration and Border Security. \r\nAmericans are mad, and they ought to be- The Biden Administration is allowing an invasion on our Southern Border. I pledge to be a strong advocate for securing our borders and ending sanctuary cities. I will also stand behind Texas and any border state that takes action to protect their citizens. Reducing Crime Rates by resolving the homeless crisis, empowering law enforcement and border security Overcoming Inflation by eliminating reckless uncontrolled spending (For example, passing the Omnibus Bill without reading it will overburden American taxpayers for generation to come). •\tStrengthening Businesses by decreasing regulations and offering tax breaks. To address the financial struggles endured by our senior citizens, I am pledging to draft and pass legislation that will play a pivotal role in alleviating the burdens on this demographic by eliminating taxes on their hard-earned Social Security benefits, providing the relief they deserve. Ensuring Election Integrity by implementing fair and transparent voting procedures to prevent election and voter fraud\r\nEqually important is my commitment to safeguarding parents' rights within the education system. I will work to ensure that parents maintain control over the upbringing and education of their children, preventing any encroachment on these fundamental rights by the school system. Defending Our Freedoms by ending unconstitutional mandates and ending mandatory employee CRT training What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about? Economic security, end to uncontrolled spending, energy independence, reducing crime and homelessness, protecting children's education, support to for veterans and their needs, strengthening businesses and opposition to regulatory overreach, ensuring election integrity, safeguarding the needs of senior citizens, support to for our military, no involvement in foreign conflicts where our national security is not threated nor the security of our allies. Who do you look up to? Whose example would you like to follow, and why? Ward Connerly who championed for the civil rights of all Americans. He worked very hard to end affirmative action and racial preferences in the University of California system. Is there a book, essay, film, or something else you would recommend to someone who wants to understand your political philosophy? Film: Mr. Smith Goes to Washington Books: Too many ... but the United States Constitution is dearest to me. What characteristics or principles are most important for an elected official? Integrity, transparency, communicate with constituents, live in community. What qualities do you possess that you believe would make you a successful officeholder? Number one is tenacity. I'm not a shrinking violet and I never give on a cause I deeply believe in. I'm also relentless in the pursuit of truth and justice in all things--regardless of political interests or views. Right is right and wrong is wrong. Period. I am a real person, am a open and good listener to all views; I talk the talk and walk the walk. I know poverty, having escaped from it. As a result, I am a fierce patriot and advocate for the needs of American citizens first before the needs of other countries. What do you believe are the core responsibilities for someone elected to this office? To serve need of all constituents regardless of political affiliation or personal beliefs. What legacy would you like to leave? Reforming education in the United Stated by (1) getting rid of the Department of Education, a bureaucratic answer to every problem: add another layer of supervision. Since its inception, the US education system has fallen to one of the lowest levels amongst civilized countries, falling behind many others which have greatly improved their educational systems, such as Japan, Poland, and Ireland. Education belongs to the individual states and not a centralized bureaucracy in Washington, DC. The results of such a policy speak for themselves. In this regard, I support the return to the principal basics of education: reading, writing, arithmetic. Social issues belong outside of the schools. Schools should educate and not indoctrinate. What is the first historical event that happened in your lifetime that you remember? How old were you at the time? President Ronald Reagan getting shot. I was 15 years old at the time. What was your very first job? How long did you have it? I was 8 years old and worked at Gino's Pizza Parlor, Marysville, California. Cleaned under the tables where grownups couldn't easily reach, filled salt and pepper shakers, wiped off menus. Yes, I did get paid for it. What is your favorite book? Why? Too many books to single one specific one. I love all of my many books that have become part of my soul and are like visiting old friends. If you could be any fictional character, who would you want to be? Scarlett O'Hara, who was a Bad-Ass lady in beautiful clothing. While she made mistakes, yet she never gave up! What was the last song that got stuck in your head? Celebration by Kool & the Gang. What is something that has been a struggle in your life? My passion is helping people. My struggle is not being able to help enough people who need assistance and cry out for help. My hope is that in Congress I can bring this passion to fruition and really be able to make a difference in peoples' lives. What qualities does the U.S. House of Representatives possess that makes it unique as an institution? The House of Representatives is the direct representative of the people. It serves at the will and consent of the people. It is truly a people's house. Do you believe that it's beneficial for representatives to have previous experience in government or politics? Yes -- it is beneficial in that it can help a representative to understand the workings and procedures of the House, thus being more efficient. No -- People can become jaded and clubby. They no longer see any solution to problems other than their interests in the next election. What do you perceive to be the United States' greatest challenges as a nation over the next decade? Education -- The dismal state of public education for our youth. This is a national security issue as it leads to increased dependence on immigration, particularly for high-tech jobs, H1B visas for industry, while leaving our youth without access to such jobs. Lack of recruitment of young people for our military to serve our country. Lack of critical thinking in our schools and by our youth leads to easy manipulation by ruthless special interests. Border security -- We must secure and protect our borders if we are to remain a sovereign nation of laws. If we ignore our laws, what's the purpose for having such laws. Social Security -- We must fund social security for our current generation. Do you believe that two years is the right term length for representatives? Yes. Populations change, issues change, and persons change. The House is the people's house and must represent all their constituents as the districts change. What are your thoughts on term limits? I am against term limits as not being conducive to representative government as it puts unelected bureaucrats in charge while elected politicians are cycled through. Removes accountability by elected officials to their constituents. Is there a particular representative, past or present, whom you want to model yourself after? Yes. The representative I want to model myself after is Former Representative Vic Fazio (D). While I'm a Republican and disagreed politically with Rep. Fazio on many issues, I deeply respected him for his strong beliefs in doing right for all of his constituents and his love for our district. Rep. Fazio did great things for our district which benefitted us all, regardless of party or beliefs. For example, he helped to establish the Yolo Wildlife Area: \"The wildlife area was open to the public in 1997 after extensive restoration efforts completed by Ducks Unlimited with federal funds appropriated through the United States Army Corps of Engineers. In 1999, this 3,700-acre (15 km2) restoration project was named the Vic Fazio Yolo Wildlife Area in honor of congressman Vic Fazio who lobbied hard for the funds needed to build the project. In 2001, the wildlife area expanded to over 16,000 acres (65 km2) with the acquisition of the Glide and Los Rios properties. These acquisitions included the 10,000-acre (40 km2) Tule Ranch, a working cattle ranch with extensive vernal pool areas.\" Wikipedia Rep. Fazio also helped to establish WEAVE, a program that helps women (and men) escape from domestic abuse and violence. This is public service at its best. Both sitting representatives and candidates for office hear many personal stories from the residents of their district. Is there a story that you’ve heard that you found particularly touching, memorable, or impactful? This story involves Virginia, a disabled lady in her 80s. Virginia was being evicted for her second story apartment--she was wheelchair bound and could not get downstairs. She relied on the help of her son who is also disabled and lives with her. She could not get qualified for reduced housing and was on the verge of homelessness. When I heard her story, it filled me with sadness and determination to help her. I contacted the Sacramento Housing and Redevelopment Agency, but the best they could do was to put her on a waiting list for emergency funding. Virginia had an emergency NOW and could not wait for years; this would not do. I put my realtor experience to work, and I personally helped Virginia in finding an ADA compliant unit; and avoid homelessness. Tell us your favorite joke. Knock knock A: Who's there? Who ... A: Who who? Are you an owl? Do you believe that compromise is necessary or desirable for policymaking? Yes, but not at the expense of core values. My small business experience has taught me knowing what and where to compromise and what not to compromise. I will never compromise the interests of my constituents for my own personal gain or interest. The Constitution says that all bills for raising revenue must originate in the House. What role would this power play in your priorities if elected? I believe in fiscal responsibility and accountability. We must be prudent stewards of the people's money and interests. I would seek to limit the power of administrative agencies and departments from setting fees, fines, and penalties without specific Congressional approval. I do not support taxation without representation. I would seek to eliminate omnibus spending and taxation as I believe that each tax or bill must stand on its own. How should the U.S. House use its investigative powers? The first requirement is \"Physician, heal thyself.\" The House must hold its own members accountable for their misdeeds / ethical violations. It's necessary to clean our own House first before making laws for others to obey; but not house members. In order to regain the public trust, it is essential to immediately end such a two-tiered system of laws for thee but not for me. This must start with the House and I intend to lead in such efforts. What organizations or individuals have endorsed your campaign? See https://bishforcongress.com/endorsements/ What committees interest you? Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs, Environment and Public Works, Natural Resources, Energy and Natural Resources, Small Business, Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions, Education and the Workforce, Energy and Commerce. What are your views on financial transparency and government accountability? Begin to end omnibus spending and hold each issue to stand or fail on its own merits. Foreign aid should never be a condition for the funding US interests. Funding foreign wars as a condition for funding the security of our own border is extortion.\nNote: Ballotpedia reserves the right to edit Candidate Connection survey responses. Any edits made by Ballotpedia will be clearly marked with [brackets] for the public. If the candidate disagrees with an edit, he or she may request the full removal of the survey response from Ballotpedia.org. Ballotpedia does not edit or correct typographical errors unless the candidate's campaign requests it."}, {"question": "Campaign website", "answer_html": "<p>Bish's campaign website stated the following:\n</p>\n<div style=\"height:400px;overflow:scroll;border:1px solid gray;margin:20px;padding:10px;\">\n<table data-nosnippet=\"\" style=\"border-collapse: collapse; border: none;background-color: transparent; auto; ;\">\n<tbody><tr>\n<td style=\"border:none; color:#B2B7F2;font-size:35px;font-family: 'Times New Roman', serif; font-weight: bold; text-align: left; padding: 10px 3px;\" valign=\"top\" width=\"20\">“\n</td>\n<td style=\"border: none; padding: 4px 10px;\" valign=\"top\">\n<p><b>Issues &amp; Solutions</b>\n</p><p>Hello, I’m Christine Bish, an independent conservative seeking a seat in the United States Congress. My mission is clear: to champion the rights and well-being of the American people.\n</p><p>Firstly, recognizing the invaluable contributions of our senior citizens, I am committed to writing and passing a bill that eliminates the unjust taxation on their Social Security benefits. Our seniors have dedicated their lives to our nation, and it’s time we provide them with the financial relief they deserve.\n</p><p>Additionally, I firmly believe in preserving the rights of parents within our education system. No parent should feel their authority eroded when it comes to their children’s upbringing and education. I am dedicated to ensuring that parents maintain control over crucial decisions in their children’s academic journey.\n</p><p>Our veterans, the heroes who have sacrificed so much, deserve the freedom to choose their own healthcare providers. I will advocate for veterans’ rights, empowering them with the ability to make decisions about their healthcare that best suit their individual needs.\n</p><p>Addressing the economic challenges faced by American families, I will tackle inflation issues head-on. My goal is to implement measures that ease the financial burden on families living paycheck to paycheck, fostering a more stable and prosperous future for all.\n</p><p>Lastly, I am unequivocally pro-life. I believe in protecting the sanctity of life, and I will advocate for policies that respect and defend the rights of the unborn. Together, let’s build a future that values life, freedom, and the well-being of every American.<sup class=\"reference\" id=\"cite_ref-quotedisclaimer_5-0\"><a href=\"#cite_note-quotedisclaimer-5\">[5]</a></sup>\n</p>\n</td>\n<td style=\"border: none; color: #B2B7F2; font-size: 35px; font-family: 'Times New Roman', serif; font-weight: bold; text-align: right; padding: 10px 1px;\" valign=\"bottom\" width=\"20\">”\n</td></tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"cquotecite\" colspan=\"3\" style=\"border: none; padding-right: 4%\"><cite style=\"font-style: normal;font-size: smaller; float: right;\">—Christine Bish's campaign website (2024)<sup class=\"reference\" id=\"cite_ref-6\"><a href=\"#cite_note-6\">[6]</a></sup></cite>\n</td></tr></tbody></table>\n</div>\n<div style=\"clear:both;\"></div>\n<p>Christine Bish did not complete <a href=\"/Ballotpedia%27s_Candidate_Connection\">Ballotpedia's 2022 Candidate Connection</a> survey.\n</p>\n<div style=\"clear:both;\"></div>\n<div class=\"row\"><div class=\"col-xs-10 col-md-6 col-xs-offset-1 col-md-offset-3\"><p><a href=\"https://ballotpedia.org/Ballotpedia%27s_Candidate_Connection\"><img align=\"middle\" alt=\"Candidate Connection\" src=\"https://cdn.ballotpedia.org/images/8/88/Candidate_Connection_Logo.png\" width=\"90%\"/></a></p></div></div>\n<p>Christine Bish completed <a href=\"/Ballotpedia%27s_Candidate_Connection\">Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection</a> survey in 2020. The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by Bish's responses.</p>\n<p><span class=\"expand-all\">Expand all</span> | <span class=\"collapse-all\">Collapse all</span></p>\n<div aria-multiselectable=\"true\" class=\"panel-group\" id=\"accordion\" role=\"tablist\"><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse-bio-70370-2020-01-05\" id=\"heading-bio-70370-2020-01-05\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse-bio-70370-2020-01-05\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse-bio-70370-2020-01-05\" role=\"button\"><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-right pull-right\"></i><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-down pull-right\"></i>\t\t\t\tWho are you? Tell us about yourself.\t\t\t</a></p></div><div aria-labelledby=\"heading-bio-70370-2020-01-05\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse-bio-70370-2020-01-05\" role=\"tabpanel\"><div class=\"panel-body\" style=\"max-height: 500px; overflow-y: scroll;\"><div class=\"answers-container\"><span style=\"font-size: 14px;\">\t\t\t\tI am a successful small business owner and native Californian. Throughout my childhood I have moved from California to New York and back. I am a wife, a mother, a citizen and A Candidate for California's 6th Congressional District. Like you I have watched career Politician's work to keep their jobs and ignore the needs of our community. I am tired of waiting for someone to represent me! I am a passionate supporter of our Constitution and the Responsibilities that comes with our Rights. I support law enforcement, our military and the rule of law. I strongly support protection of our environment and the duty to be a steward of the land. I am a licensed Realtor with a background in financial Investigations, with over 16 years of experience in the Sacramento area real estate market. I work personally with the people in the District and an have intimate knowledge of the needs for our community from safe drinking water and schools to the needs of low income citizens and affordable housing. I am an ordinary citizen, I shop in local stores and drive the same crumbling roads as my neighbors. I have a plan to fix our community.\n \t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse-key-message-70370-2020-01-05\" id=\"heading-key-message-70370-2020-01-05\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse-key-message-70370-2020-01-05\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse-key-message-70370-2020-01-05\" role=\"button\"><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-right pull-right\"></i><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-down pull-right\"></i>\t\t\t\tPlease list below 3 key messages of your campaign. What are the main points you want voters to remember about your goals for your time in office?\t\t\t</a></p></div><div aria-labelledby=\"heading-key-message-70370-2020-01-05\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse-key-message-70370-2020-01-05\" role=\"tabpanel\"><div class=\"panel-body\" style=\"max-height: 500px; overflow-y: scroll;\"><div class=\"answers-container\"><span style=\"font-size: 14px;\"><ul><li>CLEAN WATER We have the tools to provide safe clean water to our community and I have the will to use them. </li><li>EDUCATION Parents have the right to choose Charter Schools, Private Schools, and Homeschooling. I believe schools are a place for children to learn to read, to write and express themselves without being subjected to social engineering. </li><li>SENIORS Our seniors like our children are a valuable resource. I pledge to help my elders keep their homes and have the ability to stay independent and afford food and medicines. </li></ul></span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse1-70370-2020-01-05\" id=\"heading1-70370-2020-01-05\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse1-70370-2020-01-05\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse1-70370-2020-01-05\" role=\"button\"><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-right pull-right\"></i><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-down pull-right\"></i>\t\t\t\tWhat areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?\t\t\t</a></p></div><div aria-labelledby=\"heading1-70370-2020-01-05\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse1-70370-2020-01-05\" role=\"tabpanel\"><div class=\"panel-body\" style=\"max-height: 500px; overflow-y: scroll;\"><div class=\"answers-container\"><span style=\"font-size: 14px;\">\t\t\t\tCLEAN WATER -<br/>\n<p>While all politicians claim to want clean, safe water their actions speak loader then words. We have not been told the truth about the ground water contamination in our district. My opponent has ignored the problem for to many years. She has ignored the homeless crises and the human waste that is poisoning our rivers and streams. We have the tools to provide safe clean water to our community and I have the will to use them. <br/>\nEDUCATION <br/>\nParents have the right to choose Charter Schools, Private Schools, and Homeschooling. I oppose Common Core standards that try to force a one-size-fits-all approach to educating our children. I believe schools are a place for children to learn to read, to write and express them. Our schools have become breeding ground for socialism and liberal agendas. It is long overdue that schools go back to basics to guarantee our children opportunities for a better life and to effectively compete against foreign workers.<br/>\nSENIORS <br/>\n</p>\nOur seniors like our children are a valuable resource. The wisdom and experience they offer can no longer be ignored or taken for granted. In my career in real estate I see firsthand how seniors are forced to choose between having a home while sacrificing food and medicine. They are treated like pawns used to maintain power. I pledge to help my elders keep their homes and have the ability to stay independent and afford food and medicines. It is our obligation to care for our seniors while preserving their dignity\t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse2-70370-2020-01-05\" id=\"heading2-70370-2020-01-05\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse2-70370-2020-01-05\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse2-70370-2020-01-05\" role=\"button\"><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-right pull-right\"></i><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-down pull-right\"></i>\t\t\t\tWho do you look up to? Whose example would you like to follow, and why?\t\t\t</a></p></div><div aria-labelledby=\"heading2-70370-2020-01-05\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse2-70370-2020-01-05\" role=\"tabpanel\"><div class=\"panel-body\" style=\"max-height: 500px; overflow-y: scroll;\"><div class=\"answers-container\"><span style=\"font-size: 14px;\">\t\t\t\tI look up Margret Thatcher. She was strong, independent and had a great sense of humor. I am strive to be like Theodore Roosevelt. He said \"It is hard to fail, but it is worse never to have tried to succeed.\" ... I have never let \"NO\" stand in my way. I learned to consider the consequences of my actions and try to think first and not be swayed by emotion. \t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse3-70370-2020-01-05\" id=\"heading3-70370-2020-01-05\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse3-70370-2020-01-05\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse3-70370-2020-01-05\" role=\"button\"><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-right pull-right\"></i><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-down pull-right\"></i>\t\t\t\tIs there a book, essay, film, or something else you would recommend to someone who wants to understand your political philosophy?\t\t\t</a></p></div><div aria-labelledby=\"heading3-70370-2020-01-05\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse3-70370-2020-01-05\" role=\"tabpanel\"><div class=\"panel-body\" style=\"max-height: 500px; overflow-y: scroll;\"><div class=\"answers-container\"><span style=\"font-size: 14px;\">\t\t\t\tthe writing of Thomas Jefferson, John Lock, John Adams.. Atlas Shrugged. I love American History, I believe we learn more from our mistakes and losses as well as success. I thrive on stories of life and liberty. The Darkest Hour and the Kings Speech would be recent movies. \t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse4-70370-2020-01-05\" id=\"heading4-70370-2020-01-05\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse4-70370-2020-01-05\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse4-70370-2020-01-05\" role=\"button\"><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-right pull-right\"></i><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-down pull-right\"></i>\t\t\t\tWhat characteristics or principles are most important for an elected official?\t\t\t</a></p></div><div aria-labelledby=\"heading4-70370-2020-01-05\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse4-70370-2020-01-05\" role=\"tabpanel\"><div class=\"panel-body\" style=\"max-height: 500px; overflow-y: scroll;\"><div class=\"answers-container\"><span style=\"font-size: 14px;\">\t\t\t\tI want someone that is stern with a strong personality. Someone grounded in their conviction but not blinded with arrogance. You must be able to speak publically, accept constructive criticism without being thin skinned while trusting your instincts. Running for office is not for the faint of heart. The willingness to listen to opposing points of view and make informed decisions is the making of a great leader. Hiding your agenda to avoid conflict is a red flag of what we don't need. Making excuses for towing the party line and falling asleep at work on National TV is sign to get out. Keeping the job to keep the job doesn't benefit the citizens of the District. The job cannot be the reason for holding the office, the desire to serve your community and fight for the people that trust you to make decisions that serve not only the district, but the state and the country. At some point you must have the character to stand up to your party to do the right thing\t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse5-70370-2020-01-05\" id=\"heading5-70370-2020-01-05\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse5-70370-2020-01-05\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse5-70370-2020-01-05\" role=\"button\"><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-right pull-right\"></i><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-down pull-right\"></i>\t\t\t\tWhat qualities do you possess that you believe would make you a successful officeholder?\t\t\t</a></p></div><div aria-labelledby=\"heading5-70370-2020-01-05\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse5-70370-2020-01-05\" role=\"tabpanel\"><div class=\"panel-body\" style=\"max-height: 500px; overflow-y: scroll;\"><div class=\"answers-container\"><span style=\"font-size: 14px;\">\t\t\t\tI have a positive- can do attitude. I am creative and a problem solver. I connect with people on a personal level. Most people want to be herd and I am a listener. II have integrity and a servant's heart. I am an effective communicator. In my business I don't expect anyone to do something I am not willing to do myself. I can be steadfast or flexible when called on. I am confident, never arrogant and respect the value of work regardless of the job or occupation. <br/>\nTo hold office you need to accept people from every walk of life. I don't want to be tolerated, no one does. We want to be understood even if we disagree.<br/></span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse6-70370-2020-01-05\" id=\"heading6-70370-2020-01-05\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse6-70370-2020-01-05\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse6-70370-2020-01-05\" role=\"button\"><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-right pull-right\"></i><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-down pull-right\"></i>\t\t\t\tWhat do you believe are the core responsibilities for someone elected to this office?\t\t\t</a></p></div><div aria-labelledby=\"heading6-70370-2020-01-05\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse6-70370-2020-01-05\" role=\"tabpanel\"><div class=\"panel-body\" style=\"max-height: 500px; overflow-y: scroll;\"><div class=\"answers-container\"><span style=\"font-size: 14px;\">\t\t\t\tFirst and foremost you must be available to hear the concerns of your constituents. You must spend as much time as possible with the people that elect you, You must live in the community you represent. That's not vicariously through staffers and polls. Drop into a school board meeting, visit seniors and shelters. You must know who you represent in some cases put your personal views to the side to do what is best for the district. As a representative of the people you must be able to say no to special interest and the money that comes with it to do the right thing. \t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse7-70370-2020-01-05\" id=\"heading7-70370-2020-01-05\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse7-70370-2020-01-05\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse7-70370-2020-01-05\" role=\"button\"><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-right pull-right\"></i><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-down pull-right\"></i>\t\t\t\tWhat legacy would you like to leave?\t\t\t</a></p></div><div aria-labelledby=\"heading7-70370-2020-01-05\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse7-70370-2020-01-05\" role=\"tabpanel\"><div class=\"panel-body\" style=\"max-height: 500px; overflow-y: scroll;\"><div class=\"answers-container\"><span style=\"font-size: 14px;\">\t\t\t\tThat I made a positive difference in peoples lives and made the world a little better. I want to be an example to my children and grandchildren. We all matter and life is not about power of money, its about love and time and what we do with it. \t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse8-70370-2020-01-05\" id=\"heading8-70370-2020-01-05\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse8-70370-2020-01-05\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse8-70370-2020-01-05\" role=\"button\"><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-right pull-right\"></i><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-down pull-right\"></i>\t\t\t\tWhat is the first historical event that happened in your lifetime that you remember? How old were you at the time?\t\t\t</a></p></div><div aria-labelledby=\"heading8-70370-2020-01-05\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse8-70370-2020-01-05\" role=\"tabpanel\"><div class=\"panel-body\" style=\"max-height: 500px; overflow-y: scroll;\"><div class=\"answers-container\"><span style=\"font-size: 14px;\">\t\t\t\tJimmy Carter plunged us into a gas shortage. My parents had to line up for hours to get gas on odd or even days based on the last number of the car license plate. 4th Grade 9 or 10 years old. \t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse9-70370-2020-01-05\" id=\"heading9-70370-2020-01-05\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse9-70370-2020-01-05\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse9-70370-2020-01-05\" role=\"button\"><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-right pull-right\"></i><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-down pull-right\"></i>\t\t\t\tWhat was your very first job? How long did you have it?\t\t\t</a></p></div><div aria-labelledby=\"heading9-70370-2020-01-05\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse9-70370-2020-01-05\" role=\"tabpanel\"><div class=\"panel-body\" style=\"max-height: 500px; overflow-y: scroll;\"><div class=\"answers-container\"><span style=\"font-size: 14px;\">\t\t\t\tI was 8 years old working in my fathers restaurant after school and weekends. I filled salt and pepper shakers, wiped down menu's and rolled silverware for wait staff. I did this job on and off over the years until the last family restaurant sold around 1992. If your family owns a restaurant you have that job for life. \t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse10-70370-2020-01-05\" id=\"heading10-70370-2020-01-05\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse10-70370-2020-01-05\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse10-70370-2020-01-05\" role=\"button\"><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-right pull-right\"></i><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-down pull-right\"></i>\t\t\t\tWhat is your favorite book? Why?\t\t\t</a></p></div><div aria-labelledby=\"heading10-70370-2020-01-05\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse10-70370-2020-01-05\" role=\"tabpanel\"><div class=\"panel-body\" style=\"max-height: 500px; overflow-y: scroll;\"><div class=\"answers-container\"><span style=\"font-size: 14px;\">\t\t\t\tThe Red Badge of Courage. It's about life and what we learn about ourselves on our journey. \t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse11-70370-2020-01-05\" id=\"heading11-70370-2020-01-05\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse11-70370-2020-01-05\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse11-70370-2020-01-05\" role=\"button\"><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-right pull-right\"></i><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-down pull-right\"></i>\t\t\t\tIf you could be any fictional character, who would you want to be?\t\t\t</a></p></div><div aria-labelledby=\"heading11-70370-2020-01-05\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse11-70370-2020-01-05\" role=\"tabpanel\"><div class=\"panel-body\" style=\"max-height: 500px; overflow-y: scroll;\"><div class=\"answers-container\"><span style=\"font-size: 14px;\">\t\t\t\tWonder Woman - She is a beautiful, brilliant bad-ass with a loving heart. \t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse12-70370-2020-01-05\" id=\"heading12-70370-2020-01-05\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse12-70370-2020-01-05\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse12-70370-2020-01-05\" role=\"button\"><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-right pull-right\"></i><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-down pull-right\"></i>\t\t\t\tWhat was the last song that got stuck in your head?\t\t\t</a></p></div><div aria-labelledby=\"heading12-70370-2020-01-05\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse12-70370-2020-01-05\" role=\"tabpanel\"><div class=\"panel-body\" style=\"max-height: 500px; overflow-y: scroll;\"><div class=\"answers-container\"><span style=\"font-size: 14px;\">\t\t\t\tSailing by Chris Cross\t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse13-70370-2020-01-05\" id=\"heading13-70370-2020-01-05\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse13-70370-2020-01-05\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse13-70370-2020-01-05\" role=\"button\"><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-right pull-right\"></i><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-down pull-right\"></i>\t\t\t\tWhat is something that has been a struggle in your life?\t\t\t</a></p></div><div aria-labelledby=\"heading13-70370-2020-01-05\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse13-70370-2020-01-05\" role=\"tabpanel\"><div class=\"panel-body\" style=\"max-height: 500px; overflow-y: scroll;\"><div class=\"answers-container\"><span style=\"font-size: 14px;\">\t\t\t\tweight! I have be thin and chubby, thin is better.\t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse14-70370-2020-01-05\" id=\"heading14-70370-2020-01-05\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse14-70370-2020-01-05\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse14-70370-2020-01-05\" role=\"button\"><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-right pull-right\"></i><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-down pull-right\"></i>\t\t\t\tWhat qualities does the U.S. House of Representatives possess that makes it unique as an institution?\t\t\t</a></p></div><div aria-labelledby=\"heading14-70370-2020-01-05\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse14-70370-2020-01-05\" role=\"tabpanel\"><div class=\"panel-body\" style=\"max-height: 500px; overflow-y: scroll;\"><div class=\"answers-container\"><span style=\"font-size: 14px;\">\t\t\t\tTo maintain our sovereignty against people who refuse to appreciate our great society and the freedom we possess. We have an obligation to oppose those that would hide our past, good and bad, to control our future. Carl Sagan said \"You have to know the past to understand the present.\" I would expand that quote to read \"You have to know the past to understand the present and pave a path to the future.\"<br/><br/>\nIt is truly the Peoples house. It is made up of citizens from every corner of the country. Every race, religion, occupation and background have been represented in the halls of the house. Only in recent years has the beauty of free expression of ideas and speech been darkened. The resilience of the body through the guidance of the framers will prevail and Representatives like myself will restore truth and transparency to this honored institution.\t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse15-70370-2020-01-05\" id=\"heading15-70370-2020-01-05\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse15-70370-2020-01-05\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse15-70370-2020-01-05\" role=\"button\"><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-right pull-right\"></i><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-down pull-right\"></i>\t\t\t\tDo you believe that it's beneficial for representatives to have previous experience in government or politics?\t\t\t</a></p></div><div aria-labelledby=\"heading15-70370-2020-01-05\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse15-70370-2020-01-05\" role=\"tabpanel\"><div class=\"panel-body\" style=\"max-height: 500px; overflow-y: scroll;\"><div class=\"answers-container\"><span style=\"font-size: 14px;\">\t\t\t\tYes and No, I believe a member of the house must have a personal connection to the citizens they serve. Many of the elitist's in office only have a packaged view of their constituents, dictated by polls and staffers. I ,like my fellow citizens are fast learners. Too much experience in government or politics can jade enthusiasm and stifle fresh thoughts and ideas out of desperation to stay in office. The house was never meant to be a lifelong appointment. In fact, the Supreme Court is the only institutions the framers intended to be lifelong appointments.\t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse16-70370-2020-01-05\" id=\"heading16-70370-2020-01-05\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse16-70370-2020-01-05\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse16-70370-2020-01-05\" role=\"button\"><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-right pull-right\"></i><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-down pull-right\"></i>\t\t\t\tWhat do you perceive to be the United States' greatest challenges as a nation over the next decade?\t\t\t</a></p></div><div aria-labelledby=\"heading16-70370-2020-01-05\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse16-70370-2020-01-05\" role=\"tabpanel\"><div class=\"panel-body\" style=\"max-height: 500px; overflow-y: scroll;\"><div class=\"answers-container\"><span style=\"font-size: 14px;\">\t\t\t\tTo maintain our sovereignty against people who refuse to appreciate our great society and the freedom we possess. We have an obligation to oppose those that would hide our past, good and bad, to control our future. Carl Sagan said \"You have to know the past to understand the present.\" I would expand that quote to read \"You have to know the past to understand the present and pave a path to the future.\"\t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse17-70370-2020-01-05\" id=\"heading17-70370-2020-01-05\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse17-70370-2020-01-05\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse17-70370-2020-01-05\" role=\"button\"><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-right pull-right\"></i><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-down pull-right\"></i>\t\t\t\tIf you are not a current representative, are there certain committees that you would want to be a part of?\t\t\t</a></p></div><div aria-labelledby=\"heading17-70370-2020-01-05\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse17-70370-2020-01-05\" role=\"tabpanel\"><div class=\"panel-body\" style=\"max-height: 500px; overflow-y: scroll;\"><div class=\"answers-container\"><span style=\"font-size: 14px;\">\t\t\t\tThe House Committee on Energy and Commerce and The Committee on Education and Labor\t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse18-70370-2020-01-05\" id=\"heading18-70370-2020-01-05\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse18-70370-2020-01-05\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse18-70370-2020-01-05\" role=\"button\"><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-right pull-right\"></i><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-down pull-right\"></i>\t\t\t\tDo you believe that two years is the right term length for representatives?\t\t\t</a></p></div><div aria-labelledby=\"heading18-70370-2020-01-05\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse18-70370-2020-01-05\" role=\"tabpanel\"><div class=\"panel-body\" style=\"max-height: 500px; overflow-y: scroll;\"><div class=\"answers-container\"><span style=\"font-size: 14px;\">\t\t\t\tyes, it was designed to rotate people and ideas. \t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse19-70370-2020-01-05\" id=\"heading19-70370-2020-01-05\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse19-70370-2020-01-05\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse19-70370-2020-01-05\" role=\"button\"><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-right pull-right\"></i><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-down pull-right\"></i>\t\t\t\tWhat are your thoughts on term limits?\t\t\t</a></p></div><div aria-labelledby=\"heading19-70370-2020-01-05\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse19-70370-2020-01-05\" role=\"tabpanel\"><div class=\"panel-body\" style=\"max-height: 500px; overflow-y: scroll;\"><div class=\"answers-container\"><span style=\"font-size: 14px;\">\t\t\t\tI agree on term limits. I would welcome limits of 3 terms in the House and Senate and prohibit appointments of spouses when a member dies. We are not a monarchy. \t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse20-70370-2020-01-05\" id=\"heading20-70370-2020-01-05\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse20-70370-2020-01-05\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse20-70370-2020-01-05\" role=\"button\"><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-right pull-right\"></i><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-down pull-right\"></i>\t\t\t\tIf you are not currently a member of your party’s leadership in the U.S. House of Representatives, would you be interested in joining the leadership? If so, in what role?\t\t\t</a></p></div><div aria-labelledby=\"heading20-70370-2020-01-05\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse20-70370-2020-01-05\" role=\"tabpanel\"><div class=\"panel-body\" style=\"max-height: 500px; overflow-y: scroll;\"><div class=\"answers-container\"><span style=\"font-size: 14px;\">\t\t\t\tI would be interested in a leadership position. I believe in passing the mantle not prying it from someones cold dead hand. I would have to be in the house and see the actual inner workings of the leadership to determine where I fit in. I also know the cream will always rise to the top.\t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse21-70370-2020-01-05\" id=\"heading21-70370-2020-01-05\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse21-70370-2020-01-05\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse21-70370-2020-01-05\" role=\"button\"><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-right pull-right\"></i><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-down pull-right\"></i>\t\t\t\tIs there a particular representative, past or present, whom you want to model yourself after?\t\t\t</a></p></div><div aria-labelledby=\"heading21-70370-2020-01-05\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse21-70370-2020-01-05\" role=\"tabpanel\"><div class=\"panel-body\" style=\"max-height: 500px; overflow-y: scroll;\"><div class=\"answers-container\"><span style=\"font-size: 14px;\">\t\t\t\tVic Fazio, I opposed his political views but I believe he was sincere in his passion for victims and the local environment. He was available to his constituents of all political persuasions. I believe he was open to opposing points of view and he had the ability to compromise and reach across the isle. I don't recall him grandstanding to get attention but focused on the work of our community. \t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse22-70370-2020-01-05\" id=\"heading22-70370-2020-01-05\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse22-70370-2020-01-05\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse22-70370-2020-01-05\" role=\"button\"><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-right pull-right\"></i><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-down pull-right\"></i>\t\t\t\tBoth sitting representatives and candidates for office hear many personal stories from the residents of their district. Is there a story that you’ve heard that you found particularly touching, memorable, or impactful?\t\t\t</a></p></div><div aria-labelledby=\"heading22-70370-2020-01-05\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse22-70370-2020-01-05\" role=\"tabpanel\"><div class=\"panel-body\" style=\"max-height: 500px; overflow-y: scroll;\"><div class=\"answers-container\"><span style=\"font-size: 14px;\">\t\t\t\tIn Truth, my story is my motivation to run for office. When my representative refused to return my calls, never held town halls and is pretty much unreachable except for photo-ops. I learned of multiple Federal law suits regarding the contamination of the ground water that services my community. At no time did the water district or my current House Representative reach out to the community to warn us of the contamination or stand on the House Floor to demand immediate cleanup of the superfund site in the district. Shortly after the discovery of the extent of the contamination I was diagnosed with Kidney cancer. I was very lucky to have discovered my cancer early . About a third of my right kidney was removed with the tumor and I did not need further treatment. Since that time I have seen my community in a new light. I notice the number of cancer victims in my neighborhood young and old. Cancer doesn't discriminate based on political party. I notice the lady around the corner that died of cancer. The elderly couple a few blocks away both battling cancer, the child of a friend who breaks his bones on the playground just trying to be a little boy. I will never forget the look on the face of my surgeon when I told him about the contamination. His jaw dropped and he lost all expression on his face when he said \"that's my water district\".\t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div></div>\n<div class=\"small\" data-nosnippet=\"\"><p><i><b>Note:</b> Ballotpedia reserves the right to edit Candidate Connection survey responses. Any edits made by Ballotpedia will be clearly marked with [brackets] for the public. If the candidate disagrees with an edit, he or she may request the full removal of the survey response from Ballotpedia.org. Ballotpedia does not edit or correct typographical errors unless the candidate's campaign requests it.</i></p></div>", "answer_text": "Bish's campaign website stated the following:\n“ Issues & Solutions Hello, I’m Christine Bish, an independent conservative seeking a seat in the United States Congress. My mission is clear: to champion the rights and well-being of the American people. Firstly, recognizing the invaluable contributions of our senior citizens, I am committed to writing and passing a bill that eliminates the unjust taxation on their Social Security benefits. Our seniors have dedicated their lives to our nation, and it’s time we provide them with the financial relief they deserve. Additionally, I firmly believe in preserving the rights of parents within our education system. No parent should feel their authority eroded when it comes to their children’s upbringing and education. I am dedicated to ensuring that parents maintain control over crucial decisions in their children’s academic journey. Our veterans, the heroes who have sacrificed so much, deserve the freedom to choose their own healthcare providers. I will advocate for veterans’ rights, empowering them with the ability to make decisions about their healthcare that best suit their individual needs. Addressing the economic challenges faced by American families, I will tackle inflation issues head-on. My goal is to implement measures that ease the financial burden on families living paycheck to paycheck, fostering a more stable and prosperous future for all. Lastly, I am unequivocally pro-life. I believe in protecting the sanctity of life, and I will advocate for policies that respect and defend the rights of the unborn. Together, let’s build a future that values life, freedom, and the well-being of every American. [5] ” —Christine Bish's campaign website (2024) [6]\n\nChristine Bish did not complete Ballotpedia's 2022 Candidate Connection survey.\n\n\nChristine Bish completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2020. The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by Bish's responses.\nExpand all | Collapse all\nWho are you? Tell us about yourself. I am a successful small business owner and native Californian. Throughout my childhood I have moved from California to New York and back. I am a wife, a mother, a citizen and A Candidate for California's 6th Congressional District. Like you I have watched career Politician's work to keep their jobs and ignore the needs of our community. I am tired of waiting for someone to represent me! I am a passionate supporter of our Constitution and the Responsibilities that comes with our Rights. I support law enforcement, our military and the rule of law. I strongly support protection of our environment and the duty to be a steward of the land. I am a licensed Realtor with a background in financial Investigations, with over 16 years of experience in the Sacramento area real estate market. I work personally with the people in the District and an have intimate knowledge of the needs for our community from safe drinking water and schools to the needs of low income citizens and affordable housing. I am an ordinary citizen, I shop in local stores and drive the same crumbling roads as my neighbors. I have a plan to fix our community. Please list below 3 key messages of your campaign. What are the main points you want voters to remember about your goals for your time in office? CLEAN WATER We have the tools to provide safe clean water to our community and I have the will to use them. EDUCATION Parents have the right to choose Charter Schools, Private Schools, and Homeschooling. I believe schools are a place for children to learn to read, to write and express themselves without being subjected to social engineering. SENIORS Our seniors like our children are a valuable resource. I pledge to help my elders keep their homes and have the ability to stay independent and afford food and medicines. What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about? CLEAN WATER - While all politicians claim to want clean, safe water their actions speak loader then words. We have not been told the truth about the ground water contamination in our district. My opponent has ignored the problem for to many years. She has ignored the homeless crises and the human waste that is poisoning our rivers and streams. We have the tools to provide safe clean water to our community and I have the will to use them. EDUCATION Parents have the right to choose Charter Schools, Private Schools, and Homeschooling. I oppose Common Core standards that try to force a one-size-fits-all approach to educating our children. I believe schools are a place for children to learn to read, to write and express them. Our schools have become breeding ground for socialism and liberal agendas. It is long overdue that schools go back to basics to guarantee our children opportunities for a better life and to effectively compete against foreign workers. SENIORS Our seniors like our children are a valuable resource. The wisdom and experience they offer can no longer be ignored or taken for granted. In my career in real estate I see firsthand how seniors are forced to choose between having a home while sacrificing food and medicine. They are treated like pawns used to maintain power. I pledge to help my elders keep their homes and have the ability to stay independent and afford food and medicines. It is our obligation to care for our seniors while preserving their dignity Who do you look up to? Whose example would you like to follow, and why? I look up Margret Thatcher. She was strong, independent and had a great sense of humor. I am strive to be like Theodore Roosevelt. He said \"It is hard to fail, but it is worse never to have tried to succeed.\" ... I have never let \"NO\" stand in my way. I learned to consider the consequences of my actions and try to think first and not be swayed by emotion. Is there a book, essay, film, or something else you would recommend to someone who wants to understand your political philosophy? the writing of Thomas Jefferson, John Lock, John Adams.. Atlas Shrugged. I love American History, I believe we learn more from our mistakes and losses as well as success. I thrive on stories of life and liberty. The Darkest Hour and the Kings Speech would be recent movies. What characteristics or principles are most important for an elected official? I want someone that is stern with a strong personality. Someone grounded in their conviction but not blinded with arrogance. You must be able to speak publically, accept constructive criticism without being thin skinned while trusting your instincts. Running for office is not for the faint of heart. The willingness to listen to opposing points of view and make informed decisions is the making of a great leader. Hiding your agenda to avoid conflict is a red flag of what we don't need. Making excuses for towing the party line and falling asleep at work on National TV is sign to get out. Keeping the job to keep the job doesn't benefit the citizens of the District. The job cannot be the reason for holding the office, the desire to serve your community and fight for the people that trust you to make decisions that serve not only the district, but the state and the country. At some point you must have the character to stand up to your party to do the right thing What qualities do you possess that you believe would make you a successful officeholder? I have a positive- can do attitude. I am creative and a problem solver. I connect with people on a personal level. Most people want to be herd and I am a listener. II have integrity and a servant's heart. I am an effective communicator. In my business I don't expect anyone to do something I am not willing to do myself. I can be steadfast or flexible when called on. I am confident, never arrogant and respect the value of work regardless of the job or occupation. To hold office you need to accept people from every walk of life. I don't want to be tolerated, no one does. We want to be understood even if we disagree. What do you believe are the core responsibilities for someone elected to this office? First and foremost you must be available to hear the concerns of your constituents. You must spend as much time as possible with the people that elect you, You must live in the community you represent. That's not vicariously through staffers and polls. Drop into a school board meeting, visit seniors and shelters. You must know who you represent in some cases put your personal views to the side to do what is best for the district. As a representative of the people you must be able to say no to special interest and the money that comes with it to do the right thing. What legacy would you like to leave? That I made a positive difference in peoples lives and made the world a little better. I want to be an example to my children and grandchildren. We all matter and life is not about power of money, its about love and time and what we do with it. What is the first historical event that happened in your lifetime that you remember? How old were you at the time? Jimmy Carter plunged us into a gas shortage. My parents had to line up for hours to get gas on odd or even days based on the last number of the car license plate. 4th Grade 9 or 10 years old. What was your very first job? How long did you have it? I was 8 years old working in my fathers restaurant after school and weekends. I filled salt and pepper shakers, wiped down menu's and rolled silverware for wait staff. I did this job on and off over the years until the last family restaurant sold around 1992. If your family owns a restaurant you have that job for life. What is your favorite book? Why? The Red Badge of Courage. It's about life and what we learn about ourselves on our journey. If you could be any fictional character, who would you want to be? Wonder Woman - She is a beautiful, brilliant bad-ass with a loving heart. What was the last song that got stuck in your head? Sailing by Chris Cross What is something that has been a struggle in your life? weight! I have be thin and chubby, thin is better. What qualities does the U.S. House of Representatives possess that makes it unique as an institution? To maintain our sovereignty against people who refuse to appreciate our great society and the freedom we possess. We have an obligation to oppose those that would hide our past, good and bad, to control our future. Carl Sagan said \"You have to know the past to understand the present.\" I would expand that quote to read \"You have to know the past to understand the present and pave a path to the future.\" It is truly the Peoples house. It is made up of citizens from every corner of the country. Every race, religion, occupation and background have been represented in the halls of the house. Only in recent years has the beauty of free expression of ideas and speech been darkened. The resilience of the body through the guidance of the framers will prevail and Representatives like myself will restore truth and transparency to this honored institution. Do you believe that it's beneficial for representatives to have previous experience in government or politics? Yes and No, I believe a member of the house must have a personal connection to the citizens they serve. Many of the elitist's in office only have a packaged view of their constituents, dictated by polls and staffers. I ,like my fellow citizens are fast learners. Too much experience in government or politics can jade enthusiasm and stifle fresh thoughts and ideas out of desperation to stay in office. The house was never meant to be a lifelong appointment. In fact, the Supreme Court is the only institutions the framers intended to be lifelong appointments. What do you perceive to be the United States' greatest challenges as a nation over the next decade? To maintain our sovereignty against people who refuse to appreciate our great society and the freedom we possess. We have an obligation to oppose those that would hide our past, good and bad, to control our future. Carl Sagan said \"You have to know the past to understand the present.\" I would expand that quote to read \"You have to know the past to understand the present and pave a path to the future.\" If you are not a current representative, are there certain committees that you would want to be a part of? The House Committee on Energy and Commerce and The Committee on Education and Labor Do you believe that two years is the right term length for representatives? yes, it was designed to rotate people and ideas. What are your thoughts on term limits? I agree on term limits. I would welcome limits of 3 terms in the House and Senate and prohibit appointments of spouses when a member dies. We are not a monarchy. If you are not currently a member of your party’s leadership in the U.S. House of Representatives, would you be interested in joining the leadership? If so, in what role? I would be interested in a leadership position. I believe in passing the mantle not prying it from someones cold dead hand. I would have to be in the house and see the actual inner workings of the leadership to determine where I fit in. I also know the cream will always rise to the top. Is there a particular representative, past or present, whom you want to model yourself after? Vic Fazio, I opposed his political views but I believe he was sincere in his passion for victims and the local environment. He was available to his constituents of all political persuasions. I believe he was open to opposing points of view and he had the ability to compromise and reach across the isle. I don't recall him grandstanding to get attention but focused on the work of our community. Both sitting representatives and candidates for office hear many personal stories from the residents of their district. Is there a story that you’ve heard that you found particularly touching, memorable, or impactful? In Truth, my story is my motivation to run for office. When my representative refused to return my calls, never held town halls and is pretty much unreachable except for photo-ops. I learned of multiple Federal law suits regarding the contamination of the ground water that services my community. At no time did the water district or my current House Representative reach out to the community to warn us of the contamination or stand on the House Floor to demand immediate cleanup of the superfund site in the district. Shortly after the discovery of the extent of the contamination I was diagnosed with Kidney cancer. I was very lucky to have discovered my cancer early . About a third of my right kidney was removed with the tumor and I did not need further treatment. Since that time I have seen my community in a new light. I notice the number of cancer victims in my neighborhood young and old. Cancer doesn't discriminate based on political party. I notice the lady around the corner that died of cancer. The elderly couple a few blocks away both battling cancer, the child of a friend who breaks his bones on the playground just trying to be a little boy. I will never forget the look on the face of my surgeon when I told him about the contamination. His jaw dropped and he lost all expression on his face when he said \"that's my water district\".\nNote: Ballotpedia reserves the right to edit Candidate Connection survey responses. Any edits made by Ballotpedia will be clearly marked with [brackets] for the public. If the candidate disagrees with an edit, he or she may request the full removal of the survey response from Ballotpedia.org. 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