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<h2>I'm running to help life make sense again.</h2><img src="https://run.imgix.net/55e13793-2fca-4fd2-90a3-8af91f52e235/de76057b-e638-4e7b-bd85-ed02bb22fc76/de76057b-e638-4e7b-bd85-ed02bb22fc76.png?ixlib=js-3.8.0&amp;bri=0&amp;con=0&amp;sat=0&amp;high=0&amp;shad=0&amp;usm=0&amp;rect=0%2C567%2C2634%2C1853&amp;w=1500" alt="" caption="" align="right" alignwidth="40" tiltdirection="right" variant="framed"><h3>Small Business Owner &amp; Community Advocate</h3>Paul Chakalian is a small business owner and dad who understands the real challenges facing working families in Yucca Valley and across our district. As the founder of Joshua Tree Distilling Co., he knows the struggle of running a small business in California — from navigating skyrocketing costs of healthcare, housing, and taxes to managing burdensome regulations that make it difficult to get ahead. Paul has experienced these challenges firsthand, working from home to raise his two young sons due to the high cost of housing and childcare.<h5>Located in the Morongo Basin,</h5>Paul comes from a family of small business owners with roots in this region for nearly two decades. His journey began early, helping at his parents' bookstore as a teenager and learning the value of hard work and community. Today, he's built a successful craft distillery that provides jobs and supports the local economy, donating between 2–5% of its revenue every year to over two dozen local community organizations.<h4>. . . incumbent Jay Obernolte has consistently voted to protect big corporations and special interests . . .</h4>While incumbent Jay Obernolte has consistently voted to protect big corporations and special interests, Paul is committed to championing the needs of small businesses and working families. With a deep understanding of local economic challenges, and an education in environmental science, he brings a people-first perspective focused on balanced and practical solutions to improve lives and livelihoods.<img src="https://run.imgix.net/55e13793-2fca-4fd2-90a3-8af91f52e235/167cb423-f069-4a1c-aa26-a5609100f1a7/167cb423-f069-4a1c-aa26-a5609100f1a7.png?ixlib=js-3.8.0&amp;bri=0&amp;con=0&amp;sat=0&amp;high=0&amp;shad=0&amp;usm=0&amp;rect=475%2C316%2C3004%2C2293&amp;w=1500" alt="" caption="" align="left" alignwidth="40" tiltdirection="left" variant="framed">Paul believes in the American dream and our right to pursue our own happiness, and he thinks we need real change to deliver that promise. If elected, he would work across the aisle to provide concrete improvements in our communities by reducing costs for working families, supporting businesses and schools, and ensuring access to quality healthcare and our shared natural spaces. His approach is grounded in real-world experience and a genuine commitment to the people of our district, offering a stark contrast to the out-of-touch leadership that has failed to address the economic pressures facing our region.

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Address the California Insurance Crisis

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We've had the right to bear arms since the founding of our nation. Whether it's for hunting, self defense, or sport shooting, it's part of our American way of life. As gun owners, we take our responsibility to safely store and handle our weapons seriously. We should continue to keep guns out of the hands of criminals and individuals who have demonstrated an inability to handle them responsibly.

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We used to build things in this country: The Hoover Dam, the Golden Gate Bridge. It's hard to admit, but we've fallen behind the rest of the world with high speed transit—and Americans are at a competitive disadvantage because of it. We need to streamline approvals, decrease costs, and expedite permitting to build the innovative public transit that Americans deserve.

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Hard working Americans deserve to retire in dignity. We made a promise that if you put in your time and pay your fair share, you will have security in retirement. This promise is non-negotiable. We need to properly manage these programs to balance their budgets and ensure that all Americans have the benefits they deserve after a lifetime of hard work and sacrifice.

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We are lucky to have several excellent hospitals in our district. But, with a district that covers over 10,000 square miles, many of us still live too far from affordable quality care. We need to invest in healthcare that is accessible to all.

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Parents and students deserve safe schools and quality education. We need to pay teachers and support staff wages commensurate with the value they create, and provide funding that ensures quality instruction and safe environments for the next generation of Americans.

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We all know: The rent is too damn high. Local businesses can't afford to pay the wages needed to cover their employees rent, let alone their business' rent. Working families and small business owners are falling out of the middle class. This situation isn't sustainable and requires urgent attention.

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEApril 10, 2025Media Contact: <a href="mailto:Matt@missioncontrolinc.net" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Matt@missioncontrolinc.net</a>Joshua Tree Distilling Co. Founder Paul Chakalian Announces Campaign for Congress Against Jay ObernolteYucca Valley, CA – Today, small business owner and founder of Joshua Tree Distilling Company announced his campaign to unseat Congressman Jay Obernolte in California’s 23rd Congressional District. Located in the Morongo Basin, Paul comes from a family of small business owners with roots in this region for nearly two decades. Paul built a craft distillery from the ground up with a mission to support his community, and brings a people-first perspective to solving problems and helping others.Commenting on his decision to run for Congress, Paul Chakalian released the following statement:“I’m a small business owner in Yucca Valley with two kids under two. Every day, I see the impact of rising costs for housing, groceries, and childcare for me and my neighbors. I know how hard it is to get ahead: navigating high prices, few options, and a government that makes things harder not easier. Instead of supporting small businesses and working families in our district, Jay Obernolte has consistently voted to protect big corporations that take advantage of hard working Americans — while pushing for more tax cuts for millionaires like himself.My community can’t afford more Jay Obernolte. I’m running for Congress because we deserve better. I’ll work with Democrats, Republicans, and Independents to crack down on corporate greed, address our cost of living crisis, and provide small and innovative businesses with more opportunities to succeed. It’s time we had a representative who puts people first, and delivers balanced and practical solutions for working families across our district.”About PaulPaul Chakalian is a small business owner and dad who understands the real challenges facing working families in Yucca Valley and across our district. As the founder of Joshua Tree Distilling Co., he knows the struggle of running a small business in California — from navigating skyrocketing costs of healthcare, housing, and taxes to managing burdensome regulations that make it difficult to get ahead. Paul has experienced these challenges firsthand, working from home to raise his two sons due to the high cost of housing and childcare.Located in the Morongo Basin, Paul comes from a family of small business owners with roots in this region for nearly two decades. His journey began early, helping at his parents' bookstore as a teenager and learning the value of hard work and community. Today, he's built a successful craft distillery that provides jobs and supports the local economy, donating between 2–5% of its revenue every year to over two dozen local community organizations.While incumbent Jay Obernolte has consistently voted to protect big corporations and special interests, Paul is committed to championing the needs of small businesses and working families. With a deep understanding of local economic challenges, and an education in environmental science, he brings a people-first perspective focused on balanced and practical solutions to improve lives and livelihoods.Paul believes in the American dream and our right to pursue our own happiness, and he thinks we need real change to deliver that promise. If elected, he would work across the aisle to provide concrete improvements in our communities by reducing costs for working families, supporting businesses and schools, and ensuring access to quality healthcare and our shared natural spaces. His approach is grounded in real-world experience and a genuine commitment to the people of our district, offering a stark contrast to the out-of-touch leadership that has failed to address the economic pressures facing our region.

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As a business owner, I know we can't spend more than we make. We can't continue to leverage our children's futures to pay for tax breaks and wasteful spending. I will fight to eliminate our national debt and balance the federal budget.

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The cost of health, home, and auto insurance has exploded and is no longer affordable for working families. Leaving million of Americans without an adequate safety net. No one should risk falling into destitution from accidents and disasters outside of their control. We deserve an affordable insurance system that protects us from worst case scenarios.

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Joshua trees are only found in the desert that many of us call home. This unique species inspires art, music, and culture, and generates untold ecological and human value. We should fight to preserve that value while also supporting the needs of hard working families who are trying to earn a living in our desert environment.

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We wouldn't be the world's sole superpower without the blood sweat and tears of American military men and women. These exemplary Americans risked their lives and gave their minds and bodies to protect our democracy and defend our unique way of life. We owe them a lifetime of gratitude and that's what I promise to deliver.

Supporting Veterans

In our district, the nearest four-year college or university can be two hours or more away. There are excellent two-year colleges nearby that deserve the opportunity and resources to expand. No one should have to choose between pursuing a four-year degree or staying in their community.

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Paul is committed to championing the needs of small businesses and working families. With a deep understanding of local economic challenges, and an education in environmental science, he brings a people-first perspective focused on balanced and practical solutions to improve lives and livelihoods.


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