Quote here:  In only his second week on the job, Assemblyman Nathan Fletcher, R-San Diego, said he remains among those who believe that with crisis comes opportunity.

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SACRAMENTO - Assemblymember Nathan Fletcher, R-San Diego, today announced that he has been appointed by Assembly Republican Leader Mike Villines to serve as a Republican Whip for the 2008-10 legislative session.

"I am honored to have been entrusted by Republican Leader Villines and my Assembly Republican colleagues to serve as a member of the leadership team, and look forward to having the opportunity to make a difference for San Diego's working families," said Fletcher.  "I stand ready to roll up my sleeves and work to encourage job creation in our state, improvement in our schools, and better government accountability for all Californians."

Republican Whips help keep track of legislation and ensure that Republican members are present and voting when important measures are debated on the Assembly floor.

"Nathan Fletcher comes to Sacramento having accomplished so much so early in his career, serving as a dedicated public servant, businessman, Republican party leader and decorated veteran," said Assembly Republican Leader Mike Villines, of Fresno.  "I'm proud to have Nathan on our team, and look forward to putting his energy and enthusiasm to work for Assembly Republicans as we work together to put Californians first again."

Recently elected to the California State Assembly, Assemblyman Fletcher represents the 75th Assembly District, which includes the City of Poway, portions of Escondido, City of San Diego communities of La Jolla, University City, Mira Mesa, Scripps Ranch, Rancho Bernardo, Rancho Peñasquitos, and Carmel Valley, and the communities of Fairbanks Ranch, and Rancho Santa Fe.

From Sac Bee Story:  Nathan Fletcher, R-San Diego, carried his nearly 6-month-old son, Zach, to the Assembly floor in natty attire -- a brown corduroy coat, white shirt and red tie.

"In freshman orientation, I was told that all gentlemen on the floor must have a jacket -- so we went out and found a jacket for him, " Fletcher said, smiling.

First Iraq War Veteran Sworn In to State Assembly

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12-02-08 at 7:55AM

The budget crisis in California has new hope as newly elected officials were sworn in Monday to the state legislature.

Among the new legislators is local Assemblyman Nathan Fletcher, who is the first Iraq War veteran to serve in the state assembly.

His district reaches from Escondido to Rancho Santa Fe.

A total of 28 new assembly members and 11 new state senators were sworn in.

Today, the Union Tribune did a Sunday feature on Nathan.

Hot seat: Nathan Fletcher

November 23, 2008

Nathan Fletcher, assemblyman-elect for the 75th district, talks about the challenges he will face in Sacramento:

You ran on a platform emphasizing a strong opposition to higher taxes. Now that the budget debacle has grown even worse, are you still as firm on this issue?

Raising taxes in a down economy will do more harm than good and compound our current problem. We must do the following to restore our economy:

Create jobs. With the third-highest unemployment rate in the nation and declining revenues, the worst thing we can do to our economy is increase the burden on Californians. It would slow consumer spending and send more California jobs to surrounding states. We must take action to stimulate economic growth, encourage entrepreneurship and promote job creation in California.

Budget reform. While the state's tax revenues have risen by 40 percent over the last four years, there has been a 44 percent increase in state spending. The state needs structural budget reform to control spending growth during the boom years and save that excess to provide funds in economic down cycles.

Today the San Diego Union Tribune endorsed Nathan Fletcher for the 75th Assembly District:

"In the 75th Assembly District, which ranges from La Jolla across northern San Diego up to Escondido, Republican candidate Nathan Fletcher – a decorated former military intelligence officer, community activist and businessman – is heavily favored to replace departing GOP incumbent George Plescia.

Today the North County Times did a profile on our race.  Here are some excerpts from the story:

With three-term Republican Assemblyman George Plescia stepping down because of term limits, former Marine staff sergeant, businessman and fellow Republican Nathan Fletcher hopes to inherit the 75th District seat.

By most conventional measures ---- the district's Republican majority, Fletcher's successful fundraising and his long, energetic campaign ---- it appears the baton will pass to the 31-year-old, first-time candidate.

Today the Union Tribune did a story primarily focused on the 78th Assembly District, but did mention Nathan is heavily favored to win in November.

Today the Huck PAC endorsed Nathan Fletcher for State Assembly -- read the release here.