Hear my message, trust my vision

Once upon a time, a young service member raised their right hand and swore an oath—not for recognition, not for reward, but for something greater than themselves.

Once upon a time, that same spirit carried men and women through hardship, through sacrifice, and through moments that would define the rest of their lives.

And once upon a time… those warriors came home.

But the story didn’t end there.

For too many veterans, the next chapter became one of isolation, uncertainty, and navigating a system that didn’t always understand them. That is where organizations like the Veterans of Foreign Wars step in—not just as a place to gather, but as a force to advocate, support, and lead.

Today, we are writing the next chapter of that story.

A chapter where we don’t wait for veterans to find us—we reach them.

A chapter where posts are not just buildings, but hubs of purpose, connection, and action.

A chapter where leadership is not about titles—but about responsibility.

I stand before you not just as a candidate for Jr. Vice Commander, but as someone who has lived the journey—from service, to struggle, to rebuilding, and now to serving again in a different uniform.

My mission is clear:

To grow our membership—not just in numbers, but in engagement and purpose.

To strengthen our posts by equipping leaders with the tools, training, and support they need to succeed.

To ensure every veteran—especially our post-9/11 brothers and sisters—knows there is a place for them here.

And to lead with accountability—because leadership is not about pointing fingers, it is about owning the outcome.

We cannot afford division. We cannot afford complacency. And we cannot afford to forget why we exist.

The future of the VFW will not be decided by circumstance—it will be decided by us.

So I'm asking for your vote:

Let’s write this next chapter together.

Not as individuals.

Not as separate posts.

But as one unified force—committed to those who have borne the battle.

Because once upon a time, someone answered the call.

Now it’s our turn.

Please elect me as your next Jr. Vice Commander, Veterans of Foreign Wars, Department of California