San Diego Rostra brings back the spirit of public thought and debate that existed in Ancient Rome. The Rostra originates from the word Rostrum, a forum in ancient Rome where citizens would come to voice their thoughts, concerns, and critiques about society.
Ideas have consequences. Want to talk about rights, free trade and defense? Great, but let’s not be hypocritical. How would you respond if a foreign nation violated your rights and bombed your nation’s water systems, sewage and hospitals? Family? See Yemen. Obama. CIA. Famine. Yet we say “How dare the Houthi’s bomb our ships.” How would Americans respond to a …
Last Friday, we saw some pretty interesting television in the final 15 minutes of the Volodymyr Zelenskyy press conference with President Donald, Vice President JD Vance, and Secretary of State Marco Rubio. The visceral reactions, on social media, are revealing. Trump haters are using this as a political wedge and posting “I stand with Ukraine” stickers or talking about how …
Assemblyman Carl DeMaio yesterday announced his bill, AB 567, a “Cap and Cut” plan he says will shield homeowners from massive rate spikes by capping increases for four years while driving down the cost of insurance and reducing wildfire risks. CBS8 coverage… More on the legislation from DeMaio’s website. One of our readers, Dan, added some detailed content in a …
Opposition to Proposed $25 Minimum Wage Mandate San Diego’s economy thrives on a delicate balance between fair wages, job opportunities, and a strong business environment. However, the recently proposed $25 minimum wage mandate in the City of San Diego threatens to disrupt this balance, creating unintended consequences that could harm workers, businesses, and the city as a whole. As a …
Riverside County Sheriff and 2026 California gubernatorial candidate Chad Bianco today announced his endorsement of Kristie Bruce-Lane for California State Senate District 40, citing her commitment to restoring law and order, securing the border, and fighting government waste. “Kristie Bruce-Lane is exactly the kind of fighter we need to break up Sacramento’s echo chamber — someone who will stand up …
State Senate Minority Leader Brian Jones, Riverside County Sheriff Chad Bianco, and San Diego County Supervisor Joel Anderson will team up with other local leaders next Friday, February 21, 2025, at 10 a.m to announce a Jones-authored bill to overhaul California’s sanctuary state law. At the press conference, Jones will announce the introduction of the legislation, which will prevent local …
I spent a few hours at the home of a friend for a private gathering of politicians and key staffers from both parties. Unbeknownst to me was a City Councilman from the Democrat Party sitting across the table from where I was having a conversation with someone else. After observing our conversation, he asked if he could move closer and …
County Supervisor Jim Desmond is taking a stand against the San Marcos Unified School District adopting a policy that would allow boys in girls’ restrooms and locker rooms.
Postcards Sent to Registered Voters for District One Special Primary Election By Tracy DeFore, County of San Diego Communications Office Over 376,000 postcards are on their way to registered voters in the County of San Diego’s First Supervisorial District listing their voting options for the April 8 special primary election. The person elected will fill the district’s vacant seat for the remainder …
San Diego, CA – CA State Assemblyman Carl DeMaio and Reform California today announced their endorsement of Kristie Bruce-Lane for California State Senate District 40. Endorsement by DeMaio and Reform California means Bruce-Lane will now appear on Reform California’s annual voter guide and benefit from the support of the organization’s grassroots army of volunteers. “Kristie Bruce-Lane has been a strong voice …
San Diego County Supervisor Jim Desmond this morning announced his candidacy for Congress in the 49th District, currently held by Mike Levin. In addition to the video and release below, Desmond told SD Rostra, “Just this week, Levin voted against protecting women’s sports — a move that defies common sense. Women and girls deserve a fair and level playing field, …
With an open border, skyrocketing crime and out of control taxes, too many families are forced to flee our state. In the State Senate, I’ll FIGHT for a safer, more affordable California.” – Kristie Bruce-Lane, Candidate for CA Senate District 40 San Diego – Businesswoman and Victims Advocate Kristie Bruce-Lane announced her candidacy for the 40th State Senate District, which …
The San Diego County Board of Supervisors on Tuesday voted quickly and unanimously to hold a special election for the District 1 seat recently left vacant by Nora Vargas. From the County News Center… Board of Supervisors Formally Call District One Special Election By Tracy DeFore, County of San Diego Communications Office Jan. 14, 2025 | 1:12 PM The Board …
In City Journal, Steven Malanga writes… “The devastating wildfires in Los Angeles have spotlighted questionable state and local government policies in California that may have contributed to the blazes and left areas like Hollywood vulnerable due to insufficient firefighting resources. Mayor Karen Bass’s budget cuts to the city’s fire department, enacted just months ago amid warnings about the city’s deteriorating …
I am thrilled to officially announce my candidacy for State Senate District 40! 2024 has been an incredible year full of successes and I am so grateful to everyone who supported me during my reelection to the San Marcos City Council. Now looking to the future, I am proud to be a candidate for State Senate in 2026. San Marcos …
Barry Jantz wrote the following about two weeks ago, in What the Nora Vargas announcement has wrought… “The Supes have 30 days from the first meeting of the year to elect officers, including a chair, vice-chair, and chair pro tem. It’s typically done at the first regular meeting following the swearing in of returning or new Supervisors, known as the …
I hope you had a wonderful start to the New Year and were able to spend quality time with your loved ones. As we begin 2025, our County faces a significant decision. Currently, the Board of Supervisors is operating with four members instead of five, following Supervisor Nora Vargas’s resignation. This vacancy presents us with two options: appoint a replacement …
The Nora Vargas announcement on Friday that she’s departing the San Diego County Board of Supervisors instead of serving her final term is the biggest local political shocker since … well … since only a couple years ago, when Nathan Fletcher resigned his own Supervisor seat. Not only rare, unprecedented Aside from incumbent County Supervisors either a) occasionally losing re-election, …
It’s hard for us to believe that many in the local media actually think this rift is real within the San Diego County Republican Party. Seriously. Two years ago the local GOP-powers-that-be realized the only way they could look like they’re gaining any ground in the region is to first appear even worse off than reality. “Absolutely everything will be …
Coronado Mayor Richard Bailey on Trump 2024 Cabinet: Outsiders vs. Insiders William Del Pilar, with Mayor Bailey and Rancho Santa Fe school board members, Jee Manghani and Annette Ross discuss the intricate balance between qualifications and loyalty in Donald Trump’s potential cabinet selections. They also discuss and debate California politics and the disconnect between candidates, policy, and economics. • Explore …
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