KEEPING AMERICA FREE KEEPING SANTA CLARA COUNTY SAFE
Sanctuary Cities:
I am opposed to sanctuary state and city policies that release dangerous criminals into our communities. As Sheriff, I will fully cooperate with all federal law enforcement authorities trying to keep criminal illegal gangs like MS-13 off our streets.
Jail Reforms:
Confidence needs to be restored to our county jails and the safety of both inmates and Department personnel must be ensured. This means doing a better job of addressing the unique treatment and care needs of those inmates who are mentally challenged and managing the increased burden that realignment is bringing to our jails.
Protecting Children:
Our kids are our most vulnerable crime victims. As the tragic instances of school, church, and playground shootings spread, the Sheriff’s Department must be better prepared to protect our most innocent populations. This means partnering with local cities and school districts to provide our schools with safety equipment, technology, and personnel that can act proactively to deter threats from mass shooters.
Second Amendment and CCWs:
As a candidate for Santa Clara County Sheriff and retired military officer, I fully recognize and appreciate the Second Amendment rights of all Americans. I support and will issue CCWs to law-abiding individuals who meet the standards and requirements. They should not be issued for political payback to campaign donors, but for the protection of an individual’s life and property.
Terrorism:
As the only candidate for Sheriff with extensive experience combating terrorism ( including receiving the Global War on Terrorism Medal ), I will work from day one to upgrade the security of our most vulnerable Silicon Valley targets, improve coordination with the Department of Homeland Security, expand the anti-terrorism training of our deputies, and utilize modern technologies and better intelligencegathering methods.
Modern Technology:
In the heart of Silicon Valley, we need to vastly grow the use of modern crime-fighting technologies. Technology like patterns analysis can help us move resources to areas of excessive crime activity while other technologies can reduce response time and monitor suspicious activities through social media. A task force that specifically coordinates with large tech firms to give us a 21st-century blueprint to reduce crime in our communities is in order.