Why Republicans Shouldn’t Skip Out on Voting in CA-53

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Recently, some friends asked my advice for the 53rd Congressional District race. With Rep. Susan Davis retiring after 20 years in Congress, the 53rd District will have a new representative come January. But, as you’ve no doubt noticed, there isn’t a Republican on the ballot. Because of California’s top-two primary, two Democrats advanced from the primary: non-profit executive Sara Jacobs …

My approach as a Congressman: Filter every decision through one lens

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Guest Commentary by Jim Ash A few months ago I had the pleasure of meeting Eric Anderson as part of his vetting process described in his post On Vetting and Endorsing. Because I have no public voting record to scrutinize, he wanted to determine if I am intellectually capable of handling the job of a congressman. After our meeting, and …

Matt Friedman’s Statement on the 53rd Congressional Seat

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The third of three parts.  To see the other CA-53 candidate statements provided to SD Rostra in the last couple of days, as well as the several comments posted, click here. By Matt Friedman My journey in this campaign began in July of 2008.  Along with millions of Americans, I realized our collective livelihood was under attack from Congress, a …

Mason Weaver’s Statement on the Congressional Race CA-53

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SD Rostra has invited each of the GOP candidates hoping to run against Congresswoman Susan Davis to share their thoughts with us.  Here is the first statement… By Mason Weaver Our government was ordained and established by free, self-governing people to secure order and provide general protection while we provide for our families. Our history is that of the people …

TONIGHT: 53rd District Congressional Debate

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From KCBQ’s Rick Amato… Join me in person tonite (Monday) as I take the show on the road and moderate a debate among Republican candidates in California’s 53rd congressional district. The candidates are: Michael Crimmins, Matt Friedman and Mason Weaver.  The seat is currently held by far-left, Democratic Congresswoman Susan Davis. The venue is The Veteran’s War Museum in San …