ROCKY SPEAKS TO CARLSBAD GROUP
CARLSBAD-Rocky Chavez spoke about his campaign for California Assembly, District 76, before a Carlsbad group. Rocky talked about his extensive background and experience, and welcomed questions from the audience. There are more upcoming events, so connect with Rocky on Twitter and Facebook to stay up to date.
CENTRAL VALLEY ASSEMBLYMAN BILL BERRYHILL ENDORSES ROCKY CHAVEZ
STOCKTON, CA—Assemblyman Bill Berryhill today endorsed Rocky Chavez for California Assembly, District 76. Berryhill is a Republican, representing the state’s 26th Assembly District.
Berryhill, whose long record of public service includes more than ten years as a member of the Ceres Unified School District Board of Trustees, said he admired Chavez’s strong position on education.
“I support Rocky Chavez because he believes that education matters,” said Berryhill. “I’ve spent 11 years on the Ceres Unified School Board working to transform our education system, and I know Rocky will continue the fight for our children’s futures in the State Assembly.”
In addition to his work in education reform, Berryhill has deep roots in agriculture. For more than thirty years Berryhill has farmed wine grapes in Stanislaus and San Joaquin counties and operated successful grape harvesting businesses, including BB Vineyards which he founded in 1978.
Berryhill currently serves as Vice-Chairman of the Assembly’s Business, Professions and Consumer Protection committee. He also serves on committees focused on education and agriculture. Berryhill’s district includes the cities of Stockton, Turlock, Manteca, Ceres, Modesto, Patterson, Ripon and Escalon
“Bill Berryhill is a leader in education, and I’m proud to have his support,” said Chavez. “We must reform our education system in California so our graduates can compete in the global marketplace.”
Chavez is seeking to represent the 76th California Assembly District, which includes the cities of Oceanside, Vista, Carlsbad and Encinitas. The Chavez campaign is focusing on jobs and the economy, education, veterans, and government efficiency. Chavez served as a Marine for more than twenty-eight years, retiring as a colonel. He then went on to serve nearly a decade on the Oceanside City Council before leading the Department of Veterans Affairs.
THREE-TIME ASSEMBLYMEMBER BOB PACHECO ENDORSES ROCKY CHAVEZ
WALNUT, CA—Bob Pacheco, who represented parts of Los Angeles, Orange and San Bernardino Counties in the California Assembly until 2004, has endorsed Rocky Chavez for California Assembly, District 76.
While serving in Sacramento, Pacheco also chaired the Hispanic Republican Caucus and assisted major Republican candidates including former President George W. Bush, former Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger, Sen. John McCain, Meg Whitman and Carly Fiorina.
“Rocky Chavez is a proven leader,” said Pacheco. “After nearly 30 years as a Marine, he knows how to fight for jobs and
government efficiency.”
After serving in city government, Pacheco was elected to the state assembly three times. A firm believer in the free market, Pacheco and his wife own and operate a manufacturing company in Walnut, Ca. He has also practiced law for more than 37 years, now the senior member of the Pacheco & Pacheco law firm.
Pacheco is also on the board of the Hispanic 100, a nonprofit organization established to promote leadership within the Hispanic community and to advance free-enterprise principals through advocacy and education.
“I’m proud to have the support of Bob Pacheco, a legend in the California Assembly,” said Chavez. “Bob knows we are in an economic crisis in California – and that government must empower the free market to bring jobs back to our state.”
Chavez is seeking to represent the 76th California Assembly District, which includes the cities of Oceanside, Vista, Carlsbad and Encinitas. The Chavez campaign will focus on jobs and the economy, education, veterans, and government efficiency. Chavez served as a Marine for more than twenty-eight years, retiring as a colonel. He then went on to serve nearly a decade on the Oceanside City Council before leading the Department of Veterans Affairs.
FORMER U.S. TREASURER ENDORSES ROCKY CHAVEZ
HUNTINGTON PARK, CA—Former United States Treasurer Rosario Marin today endorsed Rocky Chavez for California Assembly, District 76.
“Rocky Chavez is a leader who will put California jobs first,” said former U.S. Treasurer Rosario Marin. “Rocky knows how to hold government accountable – and how to fight for small businesses and taxpayers.”
Marin served as U.S. Treasurer under President George W. Bush and was the highest ranking Latina in his administration. The U.S. Treasurer oversees the U.S. Mint and the Bureau of Engraving and Printing – the agencies that provide all U.S. currency.
Born of humble beginnings in Mexico City, Marin later became a U.S. citizen and went on to pursue a career in government. Marin held positions in the administrations of two California Republican governors, and also served as mayor of Huntington Park.
“Rosario Marin is role model for those who know that hard work creates results,” said Chavez. “I’m proud to have her support.”
Marin is a member of the board of directors for the Hispanic 100, a nonprofit organization established to promote leadership within the Hispanic community and to advance free-enterprise principals through advocacy and education.
Chavez is seeking to represent the 76th California Assembly District, which includes the cities of Oceanside, Vista, Carlsbad and Encinitas. The Chavez campaign will focus on jobs and the economy, education, veterans, and government efficiency. Chavez served as a Marine for more than twenty-eight years, retiring as a colonel. He then went on to serve nearly a decade on the Oceanside City Council before leading the Department of Veterans Affairs.
SAN DIEGO BUSINESS LEADER LINDEN BLUE ENDORSES ROCKY CHAVEZ
SAN DIEGO—Vice-Chairman of General Atomics Linden Blue today endorsed Rocky Chavez for California Assembly, District 76. The company is known for its long history of developing safe and reliable systems for generating nuclear power around the world. As a major defense contractor, General Atomics also developed the unmanned “Predator” drone, used to keep U.S. soldiers out of harm’s way.
“Rocky has seen the inside of government as a Marine and as head of the Department of Veterans Affairs,” said Blue.“
He has shown that he can cut costs and hold the price of government down. I think he would be an outstanding state assemblyman.”
Blue has served as Vice-Chairman of General Atomics in San Diego since 1986, when he and his brother, Neal Blue, acquired the company. He is also Managing Director of Spectrum Aeronautical LLC, a developer and manufacturer of advanced business jets, and a co-founder and Chairman of the Executive Committee of Cordillera Corporation of Denver, Co.
“Linden Blue and General Atomics represent major employers in Southern California,” said Chavez. “In Sacramento, I’ll fight to ensure our businesses are able to grow and be successful, so they can provide jobs for our communities.”
Founded in 1955, General Atomics serves as one of the world's leading resources for high-technology systems ranging from the nuclear fuel cycle to electromagnetic systems, remotely operated surveillance aircraft, airborne sensors, and advanced electronic, wireless and laser technologies. The company employs more than 5,000 skilled professionals in the San Diego area.
Chavez recently announced his campaign for the 76th California Assembly District with an address focusing on jobs and the economy, education, veterans, and government efficiency. Chavez served as a Marine for more than twenty-eight years, retiring as a colonel. He then went on to serve nearly a decade on the Oceanside City Council before leading the Department of Veterans Affairs.
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STUDENT-VETERAN TONY BELOT JOINS TEAM ROCKY
ORANGE—O. C. District Director of Student Veterans of America and Iraq War veteran Tony Belot today joined Rocky Chavez’s campaign for California Assembly, District 76.
“Rocky gets it!” said Belot. “Nothing is more important right now than jobs and the economy. California’s 2 million well-
trained veterans face an unconscionably high unemployment rate. Let’s send a proven advocate for veterans and someone who will fight for our small businesses to Sacramento.”
As a student veteran, Belot will serve as an advisor to Chavez in the area of veterans’ education.
In March of 2003, Belot, a Marine veteran, was among the first soldiers sent into Iraq during the invasion. He was deployed again in 2004 to the Sunni Triangle region of Iraq for seven months. For his service, Tony was awarded the Combat Action Ribbon, Iraqi Campaign Medal, and Global War on Terrorism Expeditionary Medal.
In 2009, his first-hand knowledge of the employment and educational barriers facing veterans in California led Student Veterans of America to appoint him Orange County District Director. In this capacity, he met Chavez, then Undersecretary of the California Department of Veterans Affairs, who was working hard to address the staggering unemployment statistics facing veterans.
The California State Legislature and the United States Congress have recognized Belot for his service in the community. Belot also attends Chapman University, majoring in political science.
Chavez recently announced his campaign for the 76th California Assembly District, with an address focusing on jobs and the economy, education, veterans, and government efficiency. Chavez served as a Marine for over twenty-eight years, retiring as a colonel. He then went on to serve almost a decade on the Oceanside City Council before heading up the Department of Veterans Affairs.