John,

A few days ago, I walked alone into the California School Boards Association conference in Sacramento, encircled by career politicians and union allies like Antonio Villaraigosa, Betty Yee, and Tony Thurmond.

By the way, their combined poll numbers aren’t close to ours.

I looked out at a room filled with members of the "education establishment" and, instead of seeking their approval, I told them the truth:

California needs school vouchers.

You could hear a pin drop.

While every other candidate on that stage scrambled to support teachers' unions and the status quo, I stood for School Choice and Parents’ Rights.

As an American, a Californian, and a taxpayer, your zip code should not determine where you educate your children.

Here’s exactly what that means: send your kids to the school that’s best for them. Make schools compete for every student. Competition will save California’s failing public schools.

That’s what I believe. But what do you think? Should California have school choice? Answer below and let me know:

Help me defend our kids.

Thank you,

Sheriff Chad Bianco
Republican Candidate for California Governor