Scott Baugh is a licensed lawyer. Scott was the chairman of GRIP (Gang Reduction Intervention Partnership). He also founded Pacifica Christian High School.
Scott Baugh, a Republican who could help the GOP win control of the House of Representatives’ majority is a key player in achieving that goal. Baugh, an Orange County resident, is challenging Rep. Katie Porter (D-CA) in California’s 47th District. Baugh’s victory, which is very possible, will mean that Republicans can win back the House.
Here is part of the Q&A:
Levon Satamian:Katie Porter won 51 percent of primary vote. You came second with 30.8 per cent. The other Republican candidates combined for 18.2 per cent. This race is still possible, even though Porter won 51 percent.
Scott BaughKatie Porter not only supports the whole Joe Biden agenda but is much more extreme than he. This support for big-spending ultraliberal policies is completely out of tune with Orange County voters. Porter has now a track record and it will soon be revealed. This race can be won. But don’t take my word for it – all the pundits that analyze races have this on their list of competitive districts.
LS: This race, along with Assemblyman Kevin Kiley’s race could dictate whether the Republicans win the majority in the House. Are you able to sense the desire for change in Californians by talking with them?
SB: I couldn’t speak to the attitudes of voters statewide, but I can tell you that from all my door-to-door walking in my Congressional District – inflation and real-world effects of government overspending are having a real and negative impact on people’s daily lives. Porter, who seems to be indifferent to the impact it has on all of us, voted for $20 Trillion in new spending while people struggle to fuel their cars or purchase groceries.
LS:Which three propositions are most significant to voters in November? And why is that important?
SB:Proposition 1 and Proposition 30 are the most significant propositions. Proposition 1 creates a constitutional right for an abortion to be performed until the time of childbirth. It would repeal existing laws that ban late-term abortions, unless it is necessary to protect the mother’s life. Proposition 30 would result in a substantial income tax rise funded by a company who will benefit from taxpayer spending.
LS:How are California’s three major crises and those facing the United States?
SB: State:
- People feel unsafe because of the rising levels of crime.
- Massive pension liability that isn’t funded
- Over-taxation, regulation and massive over-regulation.
Federal:
- Tax Reform – we need a flatter tax code, one that does not pick winners and losers.
- We need to stop the spiral of increasing national debt and spending.
- Our own borders must be managed. It’s currently insecure and allows criminals to enter our country.
LS:We all know that fentanyl has the potential to be extremely fatal. Will you introduce legislation to stop fentanyl from entering the United States, and also crack down drug dealers, if the Republicans take control of the House?
SB:As a previous caller, I advocate for better border enforcement and stronger drug interdiction to curb the flow of illegal drugs. It is both a problem and a tragedy that these drugs can freely be imported into America. Federalism advocates that the federal government has a principal role in securing the border, and the state and local governments have a primary responsibility for fighting domestic criminality.
LS:What are the steps the CAGOP should take to persuade independent voters and moderate Democrats that they vote for Republicans, particularly in state races like Nathan Hochman as Attorney General, Brian Dahle to Governor, Lanhee Ch for State Controller and Lance Christensen to Superintendent of Public Instruction
SB:California has too many Democrats, too few Republicans to effectively spread a message encouraging all Republicans to vote. It is necessary to have a unique strategy for each office. The messaging to key voter groups must be customized to reflect the strengths and weaknesses of the candidates. The biggest problem for the Democrats is clearly the.
California GOP has raised substantial funds to help spread this message to more voters.LS:People believe their vote doesn’t matter because California has a Democratic supermajority. What’s your message to those voters?
SB: Every vote matters. Some local races and statewide elections will prove difficult. But it is hard to make the case for others to vote for Republicans if our own registered voters don’t turnout. If there is enough Republican turnout, then I can be favored to win. It is very hard to win if the GOP turnout drops.
Part one of the interview was with Baugh. Part 2 of our interview with Baugh is scheduled for October. In it, we will discuss, among others, crime and AB5 law. For the GOP, turnout is crucial. California wins Baugh. This is a big sign that there has been a red tide and that the GOP will win back the House majority.