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Joe Rubay

“We must return to common sense: free speech, limited government, and fiscal responsibility.”

Our Strategy

Joe Rubay Takes On Rebecca Bauer

Joe Rubay is challenging Rebecca Bauer for the California State Assembly’s 16th District seat, citing frustration with her eight-year tenure

Joe’s Values

1. Public Safety and Community Protection

Joe Rubay firmly believes that every Californian deserves to live in a safe community. He opposes efforts to defund the police and supports restoring adequate funding to local law enforcement agencies. Rubay argues that rising crime rates, lenient prosecution, and early release policies have endangered neighborhoods, and he calls for stronger accountability for repeat offenders. He emphasizes supporting police officers with proper training, resources, and respect, while ensuring that victims—not criminals—are prioritized in the justice system. His stance reflects a broader goal of rebuilding trust between law enforcement and the communities they serve through transparency, responsiveness, and consistent enforcement of the law.

2. Fiscal Responsibility and Affordability

Rubay stresses that California’s growing debt and massive spending have created an affordability crisis that burdens working families and small businesses. He advocates for a return to fiscal discipline—cutting wasteful programs, auditing state agencies, and ensuring tax dollars are spent efficiently. Rubay is particularly vocal about high taxes, expensive utilities, and the cost of housing, which he believes are driving families and businesses out of the state. His approach centers on lowering the cost of living, supporting middle-class homeowners, and keeping businesses in California by reducing unnecessary regulations and promoting local job growth. He positions himself as a defender of taxpayers who want accountability and economic common sense in Sacramento.

3. Education and Parental Rights

Rubay champions what he calls “a back-to-basics approach” to education. He believes schools should focus on core subjects such as math, reading, science, and civics, while giving parents a greater voice in what their children are taught. He has expressed concern over what he views as politically motivated or divisive content in classrooms, and he supports policies that increase curriculum transparency. Rubay emphasizes that parents—not bureaucrats—should have the final say in their child’s education, including decisions about curriculum, health, and personal development. His vision is for a public education system that strengthens academic achievement, respects family values, and prepares students for real-world success.