GOP field in 63rd Assembly District shrinks
By
PE Politics
on January 25, 2010 11:00 AM

Two candidates in the crowded Republican field for the Inland area’s 63rd Assembly District have pulled out of the race.

Rancho Cucamonga Councilman Rex Gutierrez and David Crowe of Redlands have dropped out of the hunt, the California Target Book reports.

Their departure means there are five people left in the GOP primary contest: Paul Chabot of Rancho Cucamonga, Mike Morrell of Upland, Acquanetta Warren of Fontana, Henry Nickel of Redlands and Pat Gilbreath of Redlands.

Two Democrats have filed to run in the 63rd: Mark Westwood of Yucaipa and Renea Wickman of Redlands.

The 63rd’s incumbent, Assemblyman Bill Emmerson, has to leave office because of term limits. He recently moved to Hemet to run in a special election for Riverside County’s 37th Senate District District.
***UPDATE: Don Kurth of Rancho Cucamonga also is running in the GOP primary. So it’s an even half-dozen candidates still in the race.***
—Jim Miller
jmiller@PE.com

THE CLOSURE OF THE COLTON CEMENT PLANT UNDERSCORES FINANCIAL MISMANAGEMENT BY LIBERAL LEADERSHIP IN SACRAMENTO

(INLAND EMPIRE, CA) – This past Friday another tragic blow was dealt to our local economy as the Colton Cement Plant, owned and operated by the CalPortland Cement Company since 1891.  Nearly 100 jobs were lost as a result of the hard times all states currently face, however no state has been hit nearly as hard as California.  California has always been salt and peppered with Governors from both parties so where exactly is the source of failure in leadership?  What has made California a unique example among our other 49 sister states?  The answer lies locked away in the cold hearts of the democrat legislative leadership.

This past weekend California’s financial woes hit home for a lot of residents in the Inland Empire.  Not only does it directly affect those that lost their jobs, it affects those that benefited from the revenue spent by local wage earners.  The negative effect this has on our local economy is exponential.  For years democrats have protected special interests such as Union Leadership allowing them to run amok in a quest for political power that has completely disregarded the actual workers they were elected to protect.  They have also given free rein to the environmental lobby, allowing essentially a zero tolerance policy for any vitally needed infrastructure projects in order to protect a non-native smelt or any other given excuse.  I’m sure there are a number of projects that the Colton Factory might have benefited from which may have prevented it from closing its doors.  This new aristocracy has been forged from a redistribution of wealth taken from the middle class and hardworking Californian’s and given to Union and Environmental lobbies that sees people as a means to an end.

It may not seem like common sense to liberals in the legislature or the lobbyists that pull their strings, but when you break the back of small businesses by incessantly increasing taxes, competitive states with lower tax structures win their business and their profitable returns every time.  The democrat legislature can raise taxes all they would like, however if there are no businesses or entrepreneurs left to pay them, the state will go bankrupt.  It may be counter-intuitive to some, but tax breaks on small businesses lures more business to the state and the quantity of revenue they provide collectively puts our state in a much more sound financial position.

My thoughts and prayers today are with the people that lost their jobs this past weekend and their loved ones.  As difficult as times are today for them to be put in this manufactured position as a result of uncaring bureaucratic decisions is unconscionable.  We can no longer stand idly by as we witness our futures spent away in Washington and Sacramento while we get taxed to death out of our homes and jobs.

It appears illegal drug “legalization” will be on the ballot in 2010. If passed, this will harm our cities by degrading community values, which negatively affects education, public safety, worker productivity and the environments businesses operate within. With the significant challenges already facing the Inland Empire, we cannot afford to stand idle. For the future of California, for the future of our youth and prosperity, we have no choice but to stand up and fight.

LA Times quote:
Foes also have started to organize. Paul Chabot, founder of the Coalition for a Drug Free California, said teachers, youth activists, religious leaders, small-business men, law enforcement personnel and elected officials are putting together a coalition. “We’re going to fight them head on; we’re not going to go away,” he said. “We’re looking forward to victory in California and spreading that message like a tidal wave across the United States.”

Article: http://www.latimes.com/news/local/la-me-marijuana-initiative29-2010jan29,0,6132946.story

On CBS “Shira Lazar speaks to Republican Candidate for California State Assembly and Founder of the Coalition for a Drug Free California, Paul Chabot”

Link:

http://www.cbsnews.com/video/watch/?id=6119367n&tag=contentMain;contentBody

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: January 12th 2010

CONTACT: ROBIN HAYNAL, PRESS SECRETARY (909) 457-4120

PAUL CHABOT, LIEUTENANT COMMANDER (S) CANDIDATE FOR 63rd AD TO SPEAK OUT AGAINST DRUG LEGALIZATION LEGISLATION ON THE STEPS OF THE STATE CAPITOL

(SACRAMENTO, CA) Today, Paul Chabot, Candidate for the 63rd Assembly District, and Founder of the Coalition for a Drug Free California, stands with religious faithful, law enforcement and citizen activists to rally on the Capitol steps to protest the attempt to legalize marijuana.

“It is absurd for the legislature to consider legalizing marijuana while complaining how schools and communities are being ravaged by drugs, gangs and crime. Our message to the Assembly Public Safety Committee is clear, AB 390 is a danger to public health and sends the wrong message to our youth,” said Chabot.

The rally is being lead by the International Faith-Based Coalition and support from the Californians for Drug Free Youth, Coalition for a Drug Free California, and numerous high-level law enforcement officers.

When:

Tuesday, January 12

9 a.m. Comments made at Assembly Public Safety Committee hearing

10:15 a.m. (Immediately after Assembly Public Safety Comte.

Hearing) – Music and Speeches // West Steps of the Capitol

11:45-12:15 a.m. March in Front of Capitol (weather permitting)

Sampling of speakers:

Dr. Paul Chabot Ed.D, Candidate for 63rd Assembly District and founder of Coalition for a Drug Free California

Dr. Andrea Barthwell M.D., former White House Deputy Drug Czar; President, American Society of Addiction Medicine

John Redman, Executive Director, Californians for Drug Free Youth

Bishop Ron Allen, founder and president, International Faith-Based Coalition and Pastor

Scott Kirkland, Chief of Police, City of El Cerrito

Taknesha Allen, UCD student and youth speaker

Scott Chipman, Church of Latter Day Saints, San Diego

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Assembly candidate Paul Chabot speaks on AM 590

COL Tom Freeman of AM590 KTIE “DUTY HONOR COUNTRY” radio program interviews LT Commander (s) Paul Chabot. We discussed the Veteran and Public Safety event held over Christmas, issues affecting returning warriors from Iraq/ Afghanistan, and my campaign for the 63^rd Assembly seat.

Duty, Honor, Country is dedicated to the 430,000 plus veterans in the Inland Southern California region. Each week, Colonel Freeman will interview some of the Inland Empire’s most decorated military veterans to hear first-hand accounts of their heroic stories. In addition, Colonel Freeman will discuss the latest veterans affairs and talk with our nation’s leaders about today’s military matters. Time: 5:00 – 6:00 PM Days: Sun

Wanted to share a short piece I wrote on narcotics, drug cartels and what’s wrong with California’s public safety committee…

Link:
http://www.flashreport.org/featured-columns-library0b.php?faID=2009111109583260

I recently went head to head in a debate with two of our nation’s well know drug legalizers, retired Judge Jim Gray and Ethan Nadelmann, Executive Director of Drug Policy Alliance. The  debate took place in Los Angeles and was moderated by Town Hall Los Angeles. The debate was broadcast this past Sunday and I have attached a copy of the audio.

As Americans, we must stand ready to fight back and defeat drug legalization ballot initiatives coming to California in 2010. Without standing up against those who want to legalize drugs, their messages would go unchallenged and both our communities and youth would suffer.

www.scpr.org/programs/town-hall-journal/2009/12/06/marijuana-economic-wonder-drug

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: December 22^nd 2009
CONTACT: ROBIN HAYNAL, PRESS SECRETARY (909) 457-4120

PAUL CHABOT, LIEUTENANT COMMANDER (S) CANDIDATE FOR 63^rd AD ANNOUNCES ENDORSEMENT OF RIVERSIDE POLICE OFFICERS ASSOCIATION

(INLAND EMPIRE, CA) – The Riverside Police Officers Association (RPOA) announces its strong support and endorsement of Paul Chabot for the 63^rd Assembly. The RPOA represents nearly 400 officers.

“I am honored to receive the Riverside Police Officers Association endorsement. They represent men and women who fight every day to keep our communities safe. Having worn the badge myself, I understand, and appreciate the very difficult and dangerous job they do and I am forever grateful for their service,” said Dr. Chabot.

Mr. Kevin Townsend, the Chair for RPOA Political Action Committee wrote in the endorsement letter, “The Riverside Police Officers’ Association would like to announce its endorsement of Paul Chabot for California’s 63rd Assembly District. Dr. Paul Chabot has a Master’s degree from USC and Ed.D in executive leadership from George Washington University. Chabot is an Iraq War veteran, has worked as a naval intelligence officer, and is currently a Lieutenant Commander (select) in the reserve.

Paul Chabot has been a reserve deputy sheriff for the San Bernardino County Sheriff’s Department for over 14 years. He also was appointed three times as a commissioner to the Governor’s parole board. Chabot has patrolled our streets and further served to protect us from criminals through conservative parole release recommendations. He worked in the White House as an adviser for our national drug control policies. Chabot’s doctoral dissertation related to the Mexican drug cartels. He has created several coalitions and foundations to combat drug abuse and frequently speaks on the issue.

Paul Chabot has dedicated his life to public service and his first hand experience would be invaluable in our legislature. He has experience in the White House, is an anti-drug advocate, and is a military and law enforcement veteran. Paul Chabot is an intelligent, well-spoken, driven individual and will fight for what we need. He wants to better California by ensuring public safety, helping to create jobs, making it more business friendly, and improving our school system. Chabot is a common sense, straight forward leader with family values and our children being his primary concern. Please join the Riverside Police Officers’ Association in its strong support and endorsement of Paul Chabot”.

Dr. Chabot is a leading candidate for the 63^rd Assembly District seat currently occupied by Assemblyman Bill Emmerson who will step down due to term limits. He lives in Rancho Cucamonga with his wife Brenda and their two children with one more on the way.