ROBERT HAMMOND FOR 69th CALIFORNIA ASSEMBLY DISTRICT We Californians have a state fiscal crisis brought about by elected representatives' irresponsibility with our regulatory structure, forcing our state to live beyond its means. We need a state representative with a business background who understands how to be honest with what the people entrust to their representatives and the common sense to not spend beyond the limits of our state budget. Californians need a representative who can make good decisions on issues which greatly affect all of us in California. BREAKING NEWS Santa Ana - Robert Hammond has declared his intention to seek the position of State Representative in the California State Assembly representing California's 69th district. He plans to support a return to solid fiscal standards that release the power of Californian businesses and promote job growth and statewide fiscal responsibility. Robert Hammond was born and raised in Orange County. After graduating from high school in 1979, Robert volunteered for the United States Marine Corps and served as a Combat Engineer. He served until 1984. He subsequently earned a Bachelors degree in communications from University of La Verne, and taught school including classrooms in Riverside, Garden Grove, Los Angeles, Santa Ana (where he taught Structured English Immersion), and Montague. He is married to Dawn and the couple has two children. More about Robert Hammond THE ISSUES (IN BRIEF) TAXES We aim to provide tax breaks for both individuals and businesses by cutting payroll taxes, cutting capital gains tax, cutting the sales tax in half, and reducing the vehicle registration taxes. Reducing taxes will result in jobs and economic growth. PROPERTY OWNERSHIP Roll back Property Taxes for home owners to be the same as those who enjoy the benefits and protection of Prop 13. EDUCATION TO INCLUDE FREE ENTERPRISE Pass a bill mandating teaching Middle and High School students about starting and running a business and the many benefits that are available to them through business ownership. FAIR COMPENSATION FOR REPRESENTATIVES Reduce salaries for elected Legislative and Executive officials by twenty-five percent (25%), eliminate the $170/day state Senate and Assembly per diem, move the Legislature to part time, and use the savings to help balance the state budget. EDUCATION TO INCLUDE VOCATIONAL TRAINING Increase vocational training in high schools to give our students more options in career paths.