Congressman Tony Gonzales is a dedicated patriot with twenty years of military experience. Abandoned by his father at the age of two months, Tony knew he had to work hard to get ahead in life. At the age of 18, he left high school to join the military and provide a path to success for himself and his family.
As a career cryptologist in the United States Navy, he rose to the highest enlisted rank of Master Chief Petty Officer for his support of combat operations in Iraq and Afghanistan. With multiple deployments to the Middle East and Asia, Tony has firsthand experience about the security challenges that face our country and the international community at large.
Education is the greatest equalizer. During his time in the military, Congressman Gonzales' children have attended various types of schools – he believes parents and families understand their students better than the federal government. This is why he is a strong advocate of school choice.
Congressman Gonzales also supports all forms of educational opportunities from charter schools to trade programs. Universities, colleges and trade schools are all equally important and beneficial to our communities.