Common sense.
Common ground.
A retired Navy Commander and combat veteran running to bring proven leadership, not partisan theater, home to California’s Central Coast.
A problem solver,
not a politician.
Bob has spent his life leading teams, solving hard problems, and serving his country. He is not running to build a political career. He is running because the Central Coast needs more than another predictable vote in Washington.
This district has been represented by the same person since January 2017. Congressman Carbajal is a decent man and this is not about his character. It is about what nine years produced. Bob believes public office should be public service, not a career ladder.
Systems engineer
Central Coast local
“The greatest compliment and respect in my life was being treated as a sailor and a warfighter. Bob did this every day.”
Common sense for CD-24
Affordability
Cut wasteful spending, lower the cost of housing, energy, and food, and expand homeownership for working families.
Education
Reading, math, and STEM excellence, vocational pathways, and research partnerships with UCSB and Cal Poly.
Energy and Water
A balanced grid with reliable baseload power, coastline protection, and secure water storage and drought resilience.
Immigration
Secure the border, remove violent offenders, provide legal clarity for long term residents, and modernize agricultural and seasonal visas.
Defending America
Stop fentanyl at the source, lead in AI and cyber defense, and strengthen Vandenberg SFB and Naval Base Ventura County.
Every pillar ladders back to one thing.
Solving real problems for Central Coast families and bringing federal resources home.
“The challenges we face are not partisan. They are practical.”
Cmdr. Bob Smith, USN (Ret.)
Meet Bob, in his own words
Two records. One question: what changed?
Not a fight about character. A decision about method and results. Every figure here is from the public record.
Judge us both on results, then decide.
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