Manuel Lardizabal

Abortion / Contraception He stands unapologetically for the sanctity of life — from the unborn to the elderly. Criminal Justice / Public Safety He will never tolerate soft-on-crime policies that put criminals ahead of victims. Drawing from his experience in corrections, Manny supports programs that reduce repeat offenses by focusing on rehabilitation, responsibility, and reentry. Defense / Veterans As a strong supporter of our men and women in uniform, Manny will work to ensure that veterans and military families receive the benefits, care, and opportunities they have earned. Defense / Veterans He will prioritize veteran healthcare, job placement, education, and mental health services. His leadership will be guided by deep respect and gratitude for those who have served our country with honor. Education He supports parents as the primary decision-makers in their children’s education and fully backs school choice, including vouchers and transparency in public schools. Economy He believes wealth should be earned through opportunity, not controlled through handouts, and he will always defend policies that reward work, innovation, and independence. Defense / Veterans He also believes that border security is not optional — it’s essential.