Peter Hernandez is a first generation Mexican-American. He was born and raised in San Benito County, California, by parents who worked the fields, and he grew up in the agricultural community. He bought his first bike after working as a laborer in the Apricots Orchards as a young boy. His parents instilled in him a strong work ethic, a love for God, and a deep respect for the American dream and American exceptionalism. As a small business owner today, Peter understands firsthand the dedication and creativity required for a small business to thrive. And as a Hispanic man, Peter is dedicated to encouraging Hispanic families in the civic and electoral process, and looks forward to serving as their voice and representative in US Congress.
Our gas prices are at their highest despite our ability to be energy independent using clean options. I support opening our pipelines and increasing our production of clean energy and will support policies to re-claim our independence. I will vote against policies that deplete our reserves to sell to foreign states that will increase our gas prices and put our environment at risk.