My family came here from the Philippines. I grew up in San Leandro. My dad was a grocery store produce man and my mom sold hot dogs in the Coliseum. Their hard work enabled me to earn my Doctorate in Optometry at UC Berkeley. Today, I run my own practice.
My personal story shapes my policy ...
My family came here from the Philippines. I grew up in San Leandro. My dad was a grocery store produce man and my mom sold hot dogs in the Coliseum. Their hard work enabled me to earn my Doctorate in Optometry at UC Berkeley. Today, I run my own practice.
My personal story shapes my policy interests. It all starts with jobs. My parents had good union jobs, with health insurance for us. Every family deserves that. My good public education gave me the chance to attend a great university. Every child deserves that opportunity. As a health care provider, I care about health issues and why I am so supportive of the First Lady’s campaign against childhood obesity.
My politics are simple. I believe in personal responsibility. Every person who can work, should work. Every parent must partner with their children’s teachers. Everyone should pay their fair share of taxes – nothing more and not a penny less. And every political leader should treat taxpayers’ money with respect.
I try to live my politics. I volunteered in Hayward schools. I donate health care to the poor. I started a grassroots campaign against Hepatitis B. I volunteer on the Family Violence Council and Child Assault Prevention Program.