I am a geologist and earth scientist by degree, but worked in Civil Engineering. I am an Eagle Scout with palm and have the God & Country Medal. I went to the USAF Academy Preparatory School after high school and Eastern Washington University. I am a Vietnam Era veteran and member of the American Legion. I am a Life member of the RNC and NRA. I have many political medals, citations, and awards from the Republican Party. I am a super delegate for WA ST. I ran for Governor of WA ST in 2004 and 2008. I campaigned for WA ST Representative in 2016 in the 9th District. I worked as a Public Works Inspector for the City of Spokane for almost 30 years and retired in 2014. I am a commodity futures trader since the late 1970s and still am. I know a lot about markets and economy. I have been in business as a sole proprietor, partner, and corporate officer. I know business law, mining law, and construction laws. I see things that others don't see, because of the way I think from education, training, and experience.