First results in County Supe 4

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Update: Wed morning, August 16, 2023… Amy Reichert has pulled slightly away from Janessa Goldbeck in two late Tuesday tally updates, increasing her numbers from the 28.67 percent shown below, first to 28.87, then to 29.00. Goldbeck dropped overall to 25.32. Those are small amounts, but do indicate a trend in Reichert’s favor to hold the second spot, meaning she …

OC Register: The radical ideas behind the Declaration

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An excellent editorial in the Orange County Register. An excerpt… “In our euphoric celebrations, we may forget that the Fourth isn’t about guaranteeing our happiness. The government’s purpose, rather, is to ensure that we have the opportunity and ability to pursue whatever form of happiness we choose, as long as we do not violate another citizen’s rights. “Nor is the …

Fletcher officially out

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From Nathan Fletcher today, May 15, 2023… Dear Constituents, Supporters, and Friends: Today, I resigned my position as a Supervisor for the 4th District of San Diego County. I own, unequivocally, the responsibility for making the mistake of engaging in consensual interactions with someone outside of my marriage. And while I strenuously deny the allegations you have no doubt heard …

County Supervisors recognize ‘Not Me San Diego’

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On the same day the County Board discusses how to move forward after Nathan Fletcher’s sexual assault accusations, San Diego County Gun Owners’ NotMeSD women’s program to stop sexual assault and domestic violence is honored with NotMe Day! San Diego County Supervisor Joel Anderson presented the proclamation on May 2, 2023 at the County Offices. Watch the video. Congratulations to …

ESPN Breaking: Five Florida Atlantic players diagnosed with RSV; NCAA determining status of Aztecs game

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Just in from ESPN… NCAA officials and team officials from Florida Atlantic basketball announced a few minutes ago that team doctors have diagnosed five players this morning with the contagious Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV), while the NCAA determines if today’s Final Four game against the SDSU Aztecs will be rescheduled or forfeited. Read the ESPN story here!

Fletcher resigns

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From County Supervisor Nathan Fletcher, 10:30 pm Wednesday… “The strain on my wife and family over this past week has been immense and unbearable. A combination of my personal mistakes plus false accusations has created a burden that my family shouldn’t have to bear. I will be resigning from the Board of Supervisors, effective at the end of my medical …

Fletcher accuser Grecia Figueroa: If you are a man, don’t just post about women’s rights, respect them in your personal life

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Grecia Figueroa, whose complaint (click here) against Supervisor Nathan Fletcher was filed yesterday, posted the following a few weeks ago for International Women’s Day… “I come as one, but I stand as 10,000.” –Maya Angelou. This is a phrase I like to repeat to myself whenever I’m about to face a challenging situation and when strength is my only source …

Fletcher tweets he’s seeking treatment for traumatic stress and alcohol abuse; will not seek Senate seat

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There are times when humanness requires simply setting politics aside. This is one of those times. We wish Supervisor Nathan Fletcher the best for a full recovery. A press release from his office also noted he would be on medical leave from the County of San Diego. Fletcher’s Twitter feed.

Republican Voters Being Undercounted Again: Trafalgar

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By Tyler Durden in ZeroHedge… A top independent pollster says Republican voters will be undercounted in the lead-up to the 2022 midterm elections next month – which will likely skew polls in favor of Democrats. “These submerged voters aren’t answering polls, they aren’t putting stickers on their cars, or signs in their yard—they’re not even posting on social media,” said Robert Cahaly, …

Sen. Jim Nielsen Outlines Corrupt Budget Process in Opinion Piece in the Orange County Register

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Dean of the Senate, Jim Nielsen, Outlines Corrupt Budget Process in Opinion Piece in the Orange County Register “This is my final season in California’s Legislature. My final budget. It’s bittersweet. In my decades representing the people in the state Assembly and Senate, I’ve seen a gradual erosion in the traditions and processes of each house. In respect for the …

Around the Region: Rodriguez out in Oceanside, Michell blows the whistle, a lefty in Poway, and more

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Chris Rodriguez bows out of Oceanside politics Surprisingly to many in local politics, once shooting star Christopher Rodriguez appears to be burning out quickly. Others knew it was bound to happen, citing his obvious hubris and many legal issues. The Reader has the story. ___ “I’m a Whistleblower”; Former SD City COO Kris Michell Confirms She Leaked Ash Street concerns …