Some people take public safety for granted – until it’s gone. Safety is not a luxury preserved for the elite, but the foundation of a livable community. Without it, everything else collapses: business, education and the daily life of work and play. So why do Rep. Val Hoyle and other elected officials act as though this isn’t true? Countless examples show their disregard for the rule of law, public safety and crime victims. Recent events have exposed just how flawed their policies and priorities are — policies that fail to protect the interests of innocent, law-abiding citizens.
Author Archives: Monique DeSpain
Monique DeSpain is a retired U.S. Air Force Colonel, mother of twin boys, and a public policy advocate who resides in Eugene. She was the 2024 Republican nominee for Oregon’s 4th Congressional District, and is running again in 2026.

