Mark Belden: I’m running to represent 5th Assembly District

I am a candidate for the Assembly because I understand the particular rural needs of California. I will support legislation and policies that better suit the needs of my constituents with “common sense” legislation.

Our elected representatives must be the voice of the people, not political parties or special interest groups whose sole purpose is to expand their ideology. Making public policy is not easy. It should not be. It should take into consideration the desires of all constituents as best as possible.

Like many of you, I am committed to reducing government waste and stretching each tax dollar. As a steward of the people’s money we must not foolishly spend more than we take in, always remaining aware that every penny misspent affects our future – a future our children will inherit.

I will be a strong and proud leader of personal freedoms and rights. Your freedom to choose religion, education, sexual orientation, marriage, women’s choice or the and right to bear firearms will always be paramount. We must not allow our rights to be diminished.

My victory as a “no party preference” legislator will be the first in California’s history and a victory for voters who support me in representing the 5th Assembly District. As a legislative district we will be looked upon as leaders and pioneers of future public policy. Learn more at www.mcbelden.com.

This story was originally published March 22, 2016 at 3:33 PM with the headline "Mark Belden: I’m running to represent 5th Assembly District."