(INLAND EMPIRE, CA) – The Riverside Police Officers Association (RPOA) announces its strong support and endorsement of Paul Chabot for the 63rd Assembly. The RPOA represents nearly 400 officers.

“I am honored to receive the Riverside Police Officers Association endorsement. They represent men and women who fight every day to keep our communities safe. Having worn the badge myself, I understand and appreciate the very difficult and dangerous job they do and I am forever grateful for their service,” said Dr. Chabot.

Mr. Kevin Townsend, the Chair for RPOA Political Action Committee, wrote in the endorsement letter, “The Riverside Police Officers’ Association would like to announce its endorsement of Paul Chabot for California’s 63rd Assembly District. Dr. Paul Chabot has a Master’s degree from USC and Ed.D in executive leadership from George Washington University. Chabot is an Iraq War veteran, has worked as a naval intelligence officer, and is currently a Lieutenant Commander (select) in the reserve.

Paul Chabot has been a reserve deputy sheriff for the San Bernardino County Sheriff’s Department for over 14 years. He also was appointed three times as a commissioner to the Governor’s parole board. Chabot has patrolled our streets and further served to protect us from criminals through conservative parole release recommendations. He worked in the White House as an adviser for our national drug control policies. Chabot’s doctoral dissertation related to the Mexican drug cartels. He has created several coalitions and foundations to combat drug abuse and frequently speaks on the issue.

Paul Chabot has dedicated his life to public service and his first hand experience would be invaluable in our legislature. He has experience in the White House, is an anti-drug advocate, and is a military and law enforcement veteran. Paul Chabot is an intelligent, well-spoken, driven individual and will fight for what we need. He wants to better California by ensuring public safety, helping to create jobs, making it more business friendly, and improving our school system. Chabot is a common sense, straight forward leader with family values and our children being his primary concern. Please join the Riverside Police Officers’ Association in its strong support and endorsement of Paul Chabot”.

Dr. Chabot is a leading candidate for the 63rd Assembly District seat currently occupied by Assemblyman Bill Emmerson who will step down due to term limits. He lives in Rancho Cucamonga with his wife Brenda and their two children with one more on the way.