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Justin Shores's avatar

The Commander needs an army of donors, volunteers and advocates to win this. If you haven’t already, send him a donation today and start telling others to join his campaign.

https://bobsmithforcongress.com/

Bonnie Donovan's avatar

Thanks, Justin! We all need to Help

TVW's avatar

I would be delighted and honored to contribute to the campaign of such a capable and competent patriot. I'm sure he has a very fine and well earned quality of life. His willingness to engage in such a campaign in liberal laden Santa Barbara is heroic if not a bit masochistic. The least we can do is be supportive.

I hope the campaign plays hardball. There is a plethora of Carbajal's documented actions, speeches and voting record calling both his patriotism as well as allegiance into question. Serving stateside in the U.S. Marines for a brief period is admirable, but does not inoculate one from being held accountable for subsequent public actions and positions. His record should be fully and frequently exposed during the campaign...no small feat given the political makeup of local media at all levels.

Cate's avatar

Our current congressional rep shows STRONG support for violent illegals and illegal entry in general while showing STRONGER disdain for law enforcement and a majority elected POTUS. Very disappointing. Smith shows promise of change from a current misaligned representation. Thank you for this candidate profile and insight.

Walt Hutton's avatar

Bob Smith is the "only answer" to the Central Coasts much needed congressional representation. Salud Carbajal has failed Santa Barbara, SLO & Ventura County.

SB Time's avatar

Awarded the 2023 “Navy Engineer of the Year” award for leading 1,500 plus Naval engineers in developing the most advance ballistic missile air defense system ever built, Bob knows how to bring individuals with different viewpoints together to achieve common goals. Not your ordinary Politician. Bob Smith will be our next Congressman.

Celeste Barber's avatar

I have heard that Congressman Carbajol has declined to debate Bob Smith. Bob's a credible candidate, and merits a face-to-face with the incumbent. If that's the case, refusal to debate, then it's up to the constituents to demand he do so. KEYT has sponsored these events in the past. So, call or email the station. Send letters to the local news outlets demanding a debate: Noozhawk, Montecito Journal, Indy, and the new News-Press. Call Salud's office and explain to his rep why, in a democracy, robust debate between candidates is a necessary part of the election process. Frankly, I'd like to see two debates: domestic and foreign relations.Last night I attended a wonderful talk given by the great California journalist, Dan Walters. In response to a question about the disconnect between the citizenry and the electeds, he advised to bring back the "civic": the demand by US that THEY do the job we sent them to Sacramento (or DC) to do, and if not, get them out. We are too damn complacent as a people, now for many years. Write, call, meet with Salud's people and press, demand our right as voters to make up our own mind when we cast our precious ballot. (And I hope you do as I, walk into a polling place and deliver your ballot straight to the box!)

Michael Schaumburg's avatar

Thank you for writing. Bob Smith has expressed his goal to tackle and solve the central coast issues with his realistic, non political and management skills learned and earned from his background in the US Navy. Comparing congressional candidate Bob Smith to our present Representative would be important to reveal their views. I'd like to see a debate between them! Perhaps several...

Daniel  Cerf's avatar

I am in,

Susie's avatar

This bio sounds so promising, I'm looking forward to hearing more about and from Bob Smith. We need leadership that extends past the political arena

Ginger Lordus's avatar

Action ppl. Follow him on all social media platforms, donate, and spread the word. Let's show the world that the Central Coast is MAGA awake!

No more Democrat BS like windmills, low income (not) apartment complexes in rural upscale neighborhoods. Look how successful Kevin Kiley is. Let's do this!!

LT's avatar

Honest and pleasant, this is what we need. Time for the public to demand a debate, no excuses this time Carbajal.

Neural Foundry's avatar

Incredible profile work here. The emphasis on Smith's military experience translating to measurale outcomes over partisan theater is key. I've seen similar dynamics in local elections where candiattes without political baggage can actually focus on implementation instead of optics. The challenge will be whether voters priortize competence in a cycle dominated by personality.

Walt Hutton's avatar
Barbara Bortolazzo's avatar

Count me in !!

Langdon Nevens's avatar

Career politicians and their lobbyists are the problem.

David Bergerson's avatar

While Mr. Smith and I will probably disagree on many points, I respect him. I think he and I both want what is best for the country. We may just disagree on how to get there.

Good luck, Bob.

Delcie Feller's avatar

I’ve been blessed to spend countless hours conversing with Bob Smith. He is my hero. He takes time to answer all questions I have & I love that I’ve learned so much from him. He is a person of integrity & so hard working. He scarifies his precious moments with his beautiful family to make a difference for all of us living here on the central coast. Thank you so much Bob for your heart to serve. Results should be required from our political officials right? They should do their jobs. I think we deserve a debate between Salud Carbajal & Bob Smith !!! May the truth prevail!!!

:-Delcie Feller😍🙏🇺🇸😍

Carolyn Aijian's avatar

Bob Smith is smart and sincere. He will serve us well