At the age of 19, I moved from Oklahoma to California with only $25 in my pocket in search of better opportunities. For a while it was rough – I didn’t have a job and I didn’t have a permanent place to live. In fact, I spent many months sleeping on couches while temporarily staying at the home of friends.Since then, I have overcome plenty of adversity in my life. Early on I was told to never ever give up, and — from Oklahoma City to Lawndale – I never have.
As the father of three daughters, Robert knows that prioritizing public safety is the right choice for our families. He believes that addressing the roots of crime, investing state dollars in our neighborhoods, and supporting public safety measures are key to keeping our communities safe.