I was born on 6 August 1956 in San Francisco, California to Janet and (the late) Richard Hovis.
I grew up in Santa Monica, California where I attended elementary, junior high school, and high school (graduating in 1974), in addition to involvement in sports and recreation (Little League +, the Boy’s Club ++). Further, it was in elementary school – St. Augustine’s By-the -Sea Parish School that I found, and made the choice to truly journey with God.
I attended Arizona State University from 1974 to 1977 – seeking to become an architect, however, I was not accepted, and, as such, I graduated with a Liberal Arts degree.
Upon graduation from Arizona State University, I attended Cal Poly San Luis Obispo and studied City and Regional Planning at the Master’s level. I successfully completed one (1) year in a two (2) year program – I did not complete the Master’s degree in City and Regional Planning – due to personal reasons.
I returned to Santa Monica where I started (October 1979) my career as graphic designer with Exxon Company, USA. I spent five years with Exxon Company, USA.
While working with Exxon Company, USA I was accepted into architectural school – Sci-Arc in Southern California, however, I did not attend preferring to stay with Exxon..
In 1982 I married Laura Flosi and in April 1983 we had our one and only child – Lauren Alain Hovis – a gift from God.
We moved to Phoenix, Arizona in 1984 from Los Angeles, where I went to work as a graphic designer with Kitchell CEM (from 1985 -1987).
From 1987 – 1995 I was an independent contractor, and a registered representative in mortgage finance, financial management, graphic design, and drafting.
Further, I attended the University of Phoenix and successfully obtained a Master’s in Business Administration (MBA) in 1982.
I was also a member of the Scottsdale Jaycees, where I became very involved in community events and projects.
In 1994, I accepted a cartography position with the Defense Mapping Agency in Reston, Virginia. As such, I relocated from Phoenix to Reston.
In 1998, I was accepted and worked as a Visual Information Officer with the Central Intelligence Agency. In 2002, I worked as a Support Officer until my retirement (due to a need for shoulder surgery) in September 2018.
Away from my Federal Government service, I have been involved in various organizations and activities in Northern Virginia.
In November of 2011, I married Rebecca Ouellette in Santa Monica, California. I reside in San Tan Valley, AZ with my two hamster - Jess and Timothy, our fish, our lizard - RJ Lizard., and our cats - Pearl and Grey.
As to hobbies, I enjoy playing sports, attending sporting events, mentoring individuals from financial management to hamsters, building models, photography, travel, multimedia design, managing partner for RJ Hamster, and jazz – smooth jazz to a samba or a bossa nova.
Love and God Bless,
Peter – aka RJ Hamster Jo hi
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(10) Only by pride cometh contention: but with the well advised is wisdom. King James VersionChange email Bible version
Only through pride does contention last. We primarily see the effects of pride because pride is frequently difficult to detect. God has shown in His Word how to detect it: by looking at the fruits. How do we know false prophets? By their fruits, by what they produce.
A quarrel that could be easily settled if both parties were humble continues indefinitely when parties are arrogant. Why? Because pride plows the way for contempt for the others opinion. Pride inflames passion and wounds feelings. Because of competitiveness, also an aspect of pride, a person feels he has to fight back. And so the argument goes back and forth.
If we are ever involved in a quarrel that seemingly will not end, we should be well-advised from God’s Word that the problem is pride. It is somewhere in the picture in one or both who are participating in the conflict. The quarrel will never end until one person makes up his mind to stop it by refusing to argue back, suppressing the feeling that he must win.
One of the greatest spiritual advances that I ever made in my life was when it suddenly dawned on me one day that I did not have to win. God is on His throne, and because He loves me and the other person, God will make available to both of us what the right decision is. If we ask patiently, persevering without anger, and if we continue to meditate and search and counsel with Him, the answer will come. So, arguments stop.
Service Academy Day Showcases America’s Next Generation of Leaders
This week, I was honored to host the annual Military Academy Day in Goodyear and met with an outstanding group of young Americans interested in pursuing appointments to our nation’s prestigious United States Service Academies. I want to sincerely thank all the students, parents and families who took the time to attend and learn more about the congressional nomination process.
Every year, I am deeply impressed by the caliber, character and determination of the students seeking to serve our country through military service. These young men and women represent the very best of America — motivated, disciplined and committed to something greater than themselves. Their willingness to challenge themselves academically, physically and mentally in pursuit of serving our nation is inspiring.
Admission to a service academy is highly competitive and requires extraordinary dedication, leadership and perseverance. Those who earn appointments will receive a world-class education while preparing to become the next generation of military officers defending our freedoms and protecting the American people.
One of the greatest honors of serving in Congress is having the opportunity to nominate exceptional young Americans who are willing to answer the call to service. I have no doubt that many of the students I met this week have bright futures ahead of them as leaders in our Armed Forces.
I also want to give special recognition to the parents and families supporting these students every step of the way. Their encouragement, sacrifice and guidance play a critical role in helping these young people achieve success, and they deserve tremendous praise.
Finally, we owe immense gratitude to the brave men and women currently serving in our military, whose sacrifices make opportunities like these possible and continue to safeguard the freedoms we cherish as Americans.
Border Agents Stop Another Dangerous Illegal Crossing
As a border-state Congressman, I have warned for years that Joe Biden’s reckless open-border policies created a massive national security crisis. When you leave the border wide open for millions of illegal crossings, you have no idea who is entering the country, what their intentions are, or who may be exploiting the chaos.
Now ask yourself: why would Chinese nationals be attempting to illegally enter the United States through the southern border in the first place?
This is exactly why securing the border matters.
I commend the brave Border Patrol agents and law enforcement officials working tirelessly to protect our communities despite years of political sabotage from the previous administration. Their work is making a difference as President Trump restores law and order at the border and shuts down the dangerous catch-and-release policies that fueled this crisis.
Arizona communities have lived with the consequences of an unsecured border for far too long. Americans deserve a government that puts national security first, enforces immigration law, and knows exactly who is entering our country.
Under President Trump, we are finally returning to policies that prioritize the safety and sovereignty of the American people. Side note: the Democrats in Congress continue to oppose efforts to fund our Border Patrol and ICE agents.
Hoover Dam Shines Bright as a Monument to American Greatness
One of the greatest engineering achievements in American history is once again serving as a proud symbol of patriotism and national unity. As part of the America250 celebration honoring our nation’s 250th birthday, a massive American flag now hangs proudly across the iconic Hoover Dam — illuminated each evening in brilliant red, white, and blue.
Built during the Great Depression by hardworking American laborers, Hoover Dam remains a towering reminder of what our country can accomplish through grit, vision, and determination. Millions of visitors from around the world travel to Arizona and Nevada each year to witness this marvel of engineering firsthand.
I encourage every Arizonan to make time to visit Hoover Dam and experience this breathtaking tribute to our nation. Whether you are seeing the Colorado River carving through Black Canyon, learning about the history of the dam, or watching Old Glory shine against the desert sky, it is a powerful reminder that America’s best days are always ahead when we remain united in love of country.
The Hoover Dam is more than concrete and steel — it is a monument to American exceptionalism. 🇺🇸 🎇
The media reacted as though modern music royalty had staged a dramatic protest. In reality, many Americans were left wondering whether these acts still even perform anywhere outside nostalgia tours and casino lounges. Most of these entertainers have not had a meaningful hit in decades, but suddenly we are expected to believe their boycott is some major cultural turning point.
The real story is not about music. It is about the Left’s growing hostility toward patriotism and the millions of Americans who proudly support President Trump. These celebrities never object when entertainers campaign for Democrats, headline liberal fundraisers, or waste speeches at the Grammys attacking conservatives. But participating in an event celebrating America’s founding? That suddenly becomes unacceptable if conservatives are involved.
This is the modern entertainment industry in a nutshell. Singers who once built careers entertaining audiences now see themselves as political activists first and performers second. Instead of bringing Americans together, they use every stage and spotlight to push partisan outrage and sneer at traditional American values.
Meanwhile, ordinary Americans are excited to celebrate our nation’s 250th birthday, honor our veterans, teach the next generation about our history, and recognize the freedoms that make this country exceptional. President Trump’s Freedom 250 initiative is about pride in America’s future and gratitude for the sacrifices that built this nation.
The truth is simple: Americans want entertainers who sing songs, not give lectures. And despite Hollywood’s endless political tantrums, patriotism remains far more popular than celebrity activism.
Bruce Springsteen Proves the Entertainment Industry Still Doesn’t Get It
Fans who paid to hear music instead received another anti-Trump lecture from a leftist rock star who long ago traded blue-collar storytelling for predictable partisan activism. Apparently, modern concerts are no longer about performing songs. They are campaign rallies for the radical Left with guitars in the background.
As I noted above, Springsteen’s comments came just days after several entertainers publicly withdrew from America’s 250th anniversary events because they could not tolerate participating in anything connected to President Trump. Together, these incidents perfectly capture the mindset dominating much of Hollywood and the music industry today: if patriotism involves conservatives, they want no part of it.
Of course, the media never complains when celebrities openly campaign for Democrats or mock Republicans and traditional American values. That behavior is celebrated as “speaking truth to power.” But when Americans gather to celebrate the founding of the United States, suddenly entertainers act as though patriotism itself is controversial.
Many of these celebrities became famous singing about hardworking Americans, freedom, and opportunity. Yet now they lecture everyday citizens from multimillion-dollar stages while looking down on the very people who buy their albums and concert tickets.
Most Americans are tired of being preached to by entertainers who think fame makes them political philosophers. People attend concerts to escape politics, enjoy music, and spend time with family and friends — not to hear another recycled anti-Trump speech from someone desperate to remain culturally relevant.
The American people still love this country, still believe in freedom, and still take pride in our history. No amount of celebrity outrage is going to change that.
The Left’s Sports Hypocrisy Is Impossible to Ignore
But wait, there’s more: the same double standard infecting Hollywood and the music industry has completely taken over professional sports and sports media as well.
For years, Democrats and the corporate sports press demanded that athletes become political activists. When liberal stars attack conservatives, endorse Democrat candidates, or turn interviews and championship celebrations into political rallies, the media applauds them as courageous role models.
But the moment an athlete expresses support for President Trump or appears at a conservative event, the outrage machine activates instantly.
Apparently, political activism is only acceptable when it benefits Democrats.
Americans have watched this charade for years. LeBron James campaigns for Democrats and the media calls it leadership. Entire leagues promote left-wing political messaging and corporate sponsors celebrate it as social progress. Coaches, commentators, and athletes attack conservatives openly and are rewarded with glowing coverage.
But if a conservative athlete speaks positively about faith, patriotism, border security, or America First policies, the sports media reacts like a constitutional crisis has unfolded. This has never been about keeping politics out of sports. It has always been about policing which political opinions are allowed.
The Fake News wants conservative athletes intimidated into silence while liberal athletes are elevated as heroes. They do not want fairness or neutrality. They want ideological conformity.
The American people see through it.
Athletes are citizens. They do not surrender their constitutional rights because reporters, activists, or corporate executives dislike their beliefs. They are free to support whichever politicians and causes they choose, just like every other American.
What truly frustrates the Left is that more athletes, entertainers, and everyday citizens are refusing to bow their knees to the cultural gatekeepers who spent years trying to control what Americans are allowed to say, support, or believe.
Their outrage is not rooted in principle. It is rooted in partisanship and Americans are done pretending otherwise.
Trump Accounts Give America’s Children a Financial Head Start
This week marked the official rollout of the new Trump Accounts mobile app, giving parents an easy new way to manage and monitor savings accounts designed to help America’s children build a stronger financial future from the very beginning.
Nearly six million eligible children already have Trump Accounts established, each receiving a $1,000 federal contribution to help jumpstart their long-term savings and investment potential. Families can also contribute up to $5,000 annually into the accounts, creating a practical tool to help parents plan ahead for their children’s future.
With the newly launched app now available in both the Apple and Google app stores, parents can directly manage accounts and track contributions from their phones.
This initiative is about giving hardworking American families more tools to save, invest, and think long-term. At a time when inflation and rising costs continue to pressure household budgets, Republicans are focused on policies that help families build opportunity and financial security for the next generation.
Every child deserves the chance to begin life with a stronger financial foundation. Instead of placing more barriers in front of working families, Republicans are working to put more financial control directly into the hands of parents.
I encourage eligible families to explore the program and learn how Trump Accounts can help provide their children with a meaningful head start for the future.
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Blue Bell’s First Raspberry Flavor in Years Arrives—Black Raspberry Fudge Now in Freezer Aisles Nationwide
Blue Bell ended a multi-year raspberry drought Thursday by launching Black Raspberry Fudge, a limited-time flavor combining tart black raspberry ice cream with dark chocolate chunks and a rich fudge swirl that immediately sparked fan excitement on social media. The Texas-based creamery positioned the release perfectly for summer season, arriving as part of a broader 2026 strategy mixing nostalgic flavor returns with new combinations designed to compete with the explosion of berry-chocolate offerings hitting shelves across the industry.
Black Raspberry Fudge represents the first raspberry flavor Blue Bell has developed in several years, according to Joe Robertson, the company’s executive director of advertising and marketing, who described the sweet yet tart black raspberry base as a “perfect combination” that blends seamlessly with the dark chocolate chunks and fudge ribbon. Early taste-testers flooded Blue Bell’s Instagram announcing the flavor with superlatives, with multiple followers demanding the company make it permanent, calling it “the best ice cream I’ve ever had” and describing it in universally glowing terms. The flavor capitalizes on an undeniable 2026 trend of berry-chocolate combinations gaining momentum across the ice cream and confectionery industries, launched simultaneously with competition from brands like Hershey’s and Nothing Bundt Cakes.
The Breakdown:
Black Raspberry Fudge is available in both half-gallon and pint sizes exclusively during the limited-time window, with Blue Bell’s product locator helping consumers find inventory at nearby retailers
Blue Bell’s PRO pint line, launched in March, offers up to 12 grams of protein per serving across five flavors—Chocolate, Coffee, Salted Caramel, Strawberry and Vanilla—capturing the growing demand for nutritionally enhanced indulgences
Brookie À La Mode, another recent release, combines brownies and chocolate chip cookies into a brown sugar ice cream base, positioning Blue Bell’s summer 2026 roster as one of its most varied in recent memory
The Angle: This flavor release reveals how the ice cream industry weaponizes scarcity and nostalgia to drive immediate purchase urgency. By making this the “first raspberry flavor in years,” Blue Bell transforms what could be a routine new release into a comeback narrative, making fans who’ve been waiting feel validated while creating FOMO among newcomers who fear missing it. The dark chocolate addition is strategic sophistication—it signals “premium” and “complex” rather than simple fruity sweetness, justifying the same price point as regular vanilla while costing marginally less to produce. The simultaneous launch of Brookie À La Mode and the high-protein PRO expansion shows Blue Bell hedging bets across market segments: indulgent chocolate for traditionalists, protein-packed nutrition for gym-conscious consumers, and berry-chocolate fusion for trend followers. The “limited time” window is the ultimate conversion mechanism. By creating artificial scarcity and a defined ending date, Blue Bell eliminates the customer’s ability to procrastinate. You buy it now because tomorrow it might be gone forever—which statistically, for limited-time flavors, it is. What’s most brilliant is that taste-testing fans demanding permanence free serves as free marketing, their Instagram comments generating organic reach worth thousands in ad spend. The company monitors social sentiment and either resurrects bestsellers as “fan-demanded returns” or kills underperformers without explanation, making every limited release a quasi-democratic flavor test where consumers unknowingly validate the company’s R&D decisions.
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