From mineral mines to baseball fields to computing protocols in three generations, Chris eschews partisan labels, judiciously weighing each issue on its merits and measurable outcomes. His "Purple" positioning reflects a data-driven synthesis of pragmatic policies that work, regardless of their traditional political categorization. With the discipline of an athlete, the systems thinking of a technologist, and personal experience spanning from food stamps to founding companies, Chris represents innovative and principled thinking for these complex times. His balanced approach builds bridges through verifiable processes and transparent governance, creating trust where division once dominated. Through initiatives from I Love Baseball to STORE Cloud, to NaShuntae's Gift, to the Hilander Hall Of Fame and the first-ever BFT Democracy, he has demonstrated how mathematical precision and human connection together create stronger communities. Chris is a self-described American Purple Democrat. Policy themes listed below are listed in what is most important to Chris. Data is generated from an extensive 2024 Presidential Preference poll onisidewith.com