Travis Allen in 2018 CA Governor's race


On Technology: High-speed rail project is corrupt; ax it

[Six gubernatorial candidates from two parties participated in one debate]: There was a partisan split on Gov. Brown's high-speed rail project, with all four Democrats in favor and both Republicans opposed. State Treasurer John Chiang argued that more private money is needed for the system, a stance echoed by the other three Democrats. Both Allen and Cox, however, promised to ax construction as soon as they were elected, calling the plan corrupt and a boondoggle.
Source: San Francisco Chronicle on 2018 California governor race May 8, 2018

On Crime: Protect victims, not criminals

Travis has been fighting for policies to keep criminals off of our streets and out of our neighborhoods. In 2014, the "realignment" law released thousands of criminals from state prisons. Since then, crime has spiked--increasing by 7.6% in 2015 alone, and violent crimes have increased by double digits in major cities in 2016.˙ California must re-establish our tough on crime policies that allow law enforcement to do their jobs and protect the victims of crimes, not the criminals.
Source: 2018 California Gubernatorial website JoinTravisAllen.com Sep 1, 2017

On Education: Parental control, not bureaucrats

Our public education system puts the interests of teachers' unions and school administrators ahead of students and their parents. Our children deserve safe schools where great teachers are rewarded and bad teachers are fired. Travis has introduced pro-parent choice legislation˙ to allow parents to choose what is best for their children's education, not un-elected Sacramento bureaucrats. California needs more charter schools and greater school choice.
Source: 2018 California Gubernatorial website JoinTravisAllen.com Sep 1, 2017

On Immigration: Sanctuary cities protect criminals

The majority of Californians from every ethnic group and political party clearly understand sanctuary policies for what they are: SAFE SPACES FOR CRIMINAL ILLEGAL IMMIGRANTS.
Source: 2018 California Gubernatorial website JoinTravisAllen.com Sep 1, 2017

On Tax Reform: California must cut taxes

As a financial advisor, Travis knows how to make tough choices. The 13.3% state income tax rate is the highest in the nation. Our state sales tax of 7.25% is also the highest in the nation--and when you factor in local taxes, sales tax in some cities can reach as high as 10%. If that wasn't enough, California also pays among the highest gas taxes and highest car registration fees in the nation. We must repeal Jerry Brown's gas tax and cut taxes for all Californians.
Source: 2018 California Gubernatorial website JoinTravisAllen.com Sep 1, 2017

On Technology: Fix roads with existing funds, not new taxes

Travis introduced the Repeal the Gas Tax Initiative we can actually fix California's roads and expand our highways with the money our state already has. California has the revenues to fix traffic congestion. Let's spend our existing tax revenue on desperately needed transportation infrastructure instead of California's bloated government bureaucracy and high speed rail.
Source: 2018 California Gubernatorial website JoinTravisAllen.com Sep 1, 2017

On Government Reform: Sponsored voter ID law

Travis has sponsored legislation requiring voters to show photo ID.
Source: Los Angeles Times on 2018 California governor race Jun 22, 2017

On Drugs: Opposed pot law barring state cooperation with Feds

"This is insanity," Allen told his colleagues. "This is a complete violation of federal law. The hubris of California Democrats believing they can flout federal law on immigration and drug policy is beyond words." He said local law enforcement would be put in "harm's way" if there was no cooperation with federal drug enforcement officers.
Source: Los Angeles Times on 2018 California governor race Jun 1, 2017

On Gun Control: Gun laws hurt the innocent

California already has the strictest gun laws in the nation. The simple truth is that criminals will violate any law in pursuit of their criminal acts. Our second amendment rights are clear. We have the right to bear arms, both in our defense and in the defense of others. These proposed "gun restriction" laws are an unconstitutional taking of our rights, and will make all Californians less safe, whether you choose to own a gun or not.
Source: Press release on 2018 California governor race Jun 1, 2016

On Corporations: Private business should take over public rest stops

I am committed to providing every opportunity to incentivize investment throughout California and encouraging our state to utilize innovative solutions to address community needs. Not only is this approach an environmentally friendly transit solution, it benefits any area of California that may want to pursue private investment and provide new transportation infrastructure without bigger government or new taxes.
Source: The Allen Report newsletter on 2018 California governor race Apr 1, 2016

On Abortion: Skipped vote on resolution for abortion rights

On the eve of the 43rd anniversary of legalized abortion in the United States, the California Assembly passed a resolution praising abortion rights and the landmark Roe v. Wade decision. Three Republicans had no votes recorded (Travis Allen, Kristin Olsen and David Hadley). Not a single Democrat opposed the resolution.
Source: California Family Council on 2018 California governor race Jan 20, 2016

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