When I sat down to interview Christy last week, I had no plans for the interview to go so long but I was enjoying talking to her so much and felt that there was so much ground to cover it warranted an extended interview which has now been broken into two parts.  

I call this part of the interview "The Knitty Gritty" because after finding out what Christy was like growing up (mohawk and all) I wanted to ask her about Mike Garcia and some of the decisions he has made and things he has done since being elected.  Needless to say, Garcia doesn't cut the mustard for Smith.   And to be honest, even if Christy wasn't a friend, the difference between what Mike Garcia's understanding and knowledge of federal and state government and what Christy's understanding and knowledge is like comparing night to day.

I know. I know I can already hear the critics complaining about my bias and partisanship but regardless of my politics the honest truth is my experience with Garcia was one where he brought notes and showed a lack of knowledge of healthcare.   Christy on the other hand, spoke off the cuff and was sharp as a tack.   Now, I'd love to give Congressman Garcia the benefit of a doubt and interview him again to see where he stands on several issues, as well as see if his knowledge has increased since going to Washington. (I'd also love to see if he could do an interview without bringing notes)  but despite promising to return to do this show, he has broken his word and in complete total disclosure, I have had more than a falling out with him over the situation.  

Which leads me back to Christy Smith who has stated to me that she is an open book and always available to talk or sit down and do an interview.  I have found her to be open, honest, knowledgeable, and always incredibly approachable.     So say what you will about my partisanship, but Christy Smith is the kind of candidate that I, personally, Stephen Daniels wants to see go to Congress. With that in mind, I did something on this show I have never done since this show began.  I,  and I want to emphasize this- not the talk of santa clarita , nor Radio Free Santa Clarita, but me, Stephen Daniels has endorsed her for Congress.         

A quick note about that endorsement.  I have as of late have been accused of being too partisan on this show.  Some have even called me a Democratic propogandist.  Look, this is the way it is, pure and simple.  I am who I am. I don't hide my politics or opinions. Instead I choose to be myself when I interview anyone.  I won't pretend to be someone I'm not.  That's just not honest to anyone  and I won't do that to my  loyal listeners (all seven of them)  With me, for better or for worse, what you see is what you get.   

But enough about me, lets get back to  the main attraction and the second part of my interview with Christy Smith.