My View on Gun Rights

I'm firmly pro-Second Amendment. The right to keep and bear arms is not a talking point to me — it's a constitutional right that protects personal freedom, self-defense, and the ability of everyday people to stand on their own.

At the same time, I'm not interested in pretending nothing can be improved. Being pro-gun also means being pro-responsibility. We can defend gun rights and still be serious about safety, training, and mental health — without turning law-abiding Nevadans into the scapegoat for crimes they didn't commit.

What I believe

1. The Second Amendment protects an individual right. Law-abiding citizens should be able to own firearms without being treated like suspects.
2. Self-defense is real — especially in rural Nevada. In many parts of District 4, help can be far away. People have a right to protect themselves and their families.
3. Responsible ownership is part of the culture. Safe storage, basic training, and respect for firearms save lives.
4. We should target criminals, not responsible owners. Enforcement should focus on violent offenders, illegal trafficking, and repeat criminals.

Gun safety and gun owner responsibility

I support a strong gun culture that includes strong safety habits. That's not "anti-gun." That's what responsible gun owners already believe.

• Safe storage matters. Keeping firearms secured — especially around kids — prevents tragedies and theft.
• Training matters. New owners should learn safe handling, local laws, and how to de-escalate conflict.
• Accountability matters. If someone is knowingly supplying criminals through straw purchases or trafficking, they should face serious consequences.

Mental health: take it seriously, stop mocking it

A lot of people are hurting, and too often we treat mental health like a joke — or we shame people for needing help. That has to change.

We need a culture where friends, families, coworkers, and neighbors know how to recognize when someone is struggling and how to respond with basic decency:

• Learn the warning signs. Sudden isolation, extreme mood swings, threats, hopelessness, or reckless behavior aren't "drama" — they can be a cry for help.
• Speak up early. Checking in, encouraging treatment, and involving family can prevent a crisis.
• Expand access to care — especially in smaller communities. In too much of District 4, getting help is hard, expensive, or simply not available.

If we want safer communities, we have to stop acting like mental health is something to laugh at. It's something to address.

A Nevada District 4 perspective

District 4 is big, diverse, and often overlooked. What works in a major city doesn't always fit in Hawthorne, Pahrump, or the smaller towns across our district.

People here value independence and personal responsibility. That's exactly why I'm pro-gun rights — and why I'm also pro-safety, pro-training, and pro-mental health access.

Where I stand

I'm running to defend the rights of responsible citizens and to push back on the idea that freedom has to be traded away to make progress. We can protect constitutional rights, promote responsible ownership, and take mental health seriously — all at the same time.

If you agree, I'd love your help. If you disagree, I still want to hear from you — respectfully. That's how we move forward.