In a few hours we may know the fate of Nathan Fletcher’s political career. Can a political chameleon convince enough voters to back him, whether or not they can be sure of his politics? There has been a lot of talk of “drinking the Kool-Aid” when it comes to Fletcher’s supporters. I know several individuals I would describe as being …
The raising of ugly heads in mayoral race
I’ve seen Jeff Schwilk’s emails before, many of which “border” on something pretty obvious. It looks like some foaming at the mouth is now taking place over David Alvarez. Call me idealistic, but I’d like to think if anyone works against Alvarez’ election as mayor, it would be based on a disagreement with his policies, or a question about his …
Innovation, thy name is Nathan
When you’re head of innovation for a major company and you don’t really have to work, that’s very innovative. News 10… http://www.10news.com/news/investigations/nathan-fletcher-confronts-questions-and-concerns-on-his-qualcomm-job
Behind the scenes on Carl and Kevin
Many of our local media friends believe Carl DeMaio will be the pick from the right for San Diego mayor. Meaning no one has reported what’s really happening behind the scenes. Just about every deep-pocket center-right power player in town is encouraging both Kevin Faulconer and Carl DeMaio. Well, encouraging Faulconer in the mayor’s race, while pushing for DeMaio to …
The Meltdown of Oceanside Mayor Jim Wood
Now that the Tri City Healthcare District Board has cleaned up its act, all eyes have turned to the Oceanside City Council to provide the political entertainment for North County. After the spectacle of last Wednesday’s city council meeting, lets just say Oceanside does not disappoint. Oceanside Mayor Jim Wood had a meltdown at the dais – all recorded on …
Judge Pirro to Boston bombers’ mom: We should not be required to breathe the same air as you.
Judge Jeanine Pirro takes on the mother of the Boston bombing suspects. It’s absolutely worth a read… In New York Harbor stands a mighty woman with a torch, beckoning the huddled masses yearning to breathe free, and the wretched refuse from tempest tossed shores to her as she lifts her lamp beside the golden door. And they were by all …
Braun gets kid-glove treatment, while poker probably comes easy to Rath
Craig Gustafson’s excellent piece in last Sunday’s U-T San Diego, exposing the secret and inept campaign to smear Carl DeMaio and derail his mayoral bid, appears to contain a flaw that deserves a mention. One of the key players involved in the clandestine campaign is Gerry Braun, who was then a top aide to Mayor Jerry Sanders and an early Nathan Fletcher supporter. …
Churches raise concerns about increased parking regulations in County
A proposed amendment to the County of San Diego’s parking regulations is raising concerns due to the significant increases in the number of parking spaces that would be required of churches. A Board of Supervisors’ hearing is scheduled tomorrow (Item 2 on the Agenda), February 6 at 9 a.m., for consideration of an ordinance amendment, “Improving the County’s Off-Street Parking …
The Taxman!
In the mid-1960s, as the they continued riding a wave of popularity, The Beatles released the classic album Revolver, which opened with the song “Taxman.” If you drive a car, I’ll tax the street … If you try to sit, I’ll tax your seat … If you get too cold, I’ll tax the heat … If you take a walk, I’ll …
Speaking of respect
Bob Filner reacted to today’s announcement of Carl DeMaio’s latest endorsement with, “It’s unfortunate Jerry Sanders was put in the position of endorsing a person for whom he clearly has so little respect.” The level of the mayor’s respect for DeMaio may be argued, of course. Yet, it would follow that Filner is among those for whom Sanders has less …
Occupy Sweetwater Jeers Pledge of Allegiance and Moment of Silence for 9-11 Victims
The “Occupy Sweetwater” group, most likely acting as a political front for Sweetwater Union High School District Board Member Bertha Lopez, hit a new low this week by disrespecting the Pledge of Allegiance and victims of 9-11. Listen to Occupy jeering the request that the Pledge of Allegiance take place. Intent on disrupting the Sweetwater School Board meeting on Monday …
“Educator for Senate” Marty Block voted against protecting children from classroom predators?
Assemblyman Marty Block today voted against a reform that would allow school boards to expedite the process of firing a teacher who commits a criminal act against a student. Republican Assemblyman Steve Knight presented amendments to Senate Bill 1458, legislation related to school accountability, to incorporate the language of Senate Bill 1530, authored by Democratic State Senator Alex Padilla. The …
Tom Shepard: “Our city needs Nathan Fletcher”
Message from Filner consultant apparently sent to Fletcher donor list Yesterday, an email was sent from political consultant Tom Shepard with the subject, “Our city needs Nathan Fletcher.” Darn email service again, delivering two-months-old messages stuck on a server somewhere. I hate when that happens. But, various others also received the email last night, with a handful forwarding it to …
Breaking: Shepard joining Filner campaign
The move to the middle is no longer about some on the right moving in that direction. It’s now about a lifelong died-in-the-wool Democrat like Bob Filner going there. He’s learned that running as a left-winger in a hugely partisan Congressional district is a world (and city) much different than the retail politics of a mayoral contest. Now it’s becoming …
Vargas Dominos: Been there, done that
Today’s print edition of the U-T San Diego (online yesterday) includes a story about the “domino effect” a Juan Vargas congressional victory would (will) have on those potentially vying for his current Senate seat, the area’s Assembly seat should Ben Hueso win in a Senate contest, and down the line to San Diego City Council. Names like labor leader Lorena …
U-T San Diego: To Fletcher — What does ‘move to the middle’ mean?
From U-T San Diego editorial about Nathan Fletcher: These are important questions because the answers will tell us whether we are dealing with a man of principle who as mayor would stand up for what he believes without concern for the political fallout, or just the opposite – a man who is merely angling for political advantage without concern …
How things change
You know, it wasn’t that long ago, about a year at most, even more recently in the minds of many, when the nearly presumptive leader in the San Diego mayor’s race, assuming she would run, was Bonnie Dumanis. That was one sentence, but maybe it covers all that needs to be said.
Fletcher appreciates County Republican Party now more than ever
Just what the heck is the County Republican Party doing in exacerbating a feud with Nathan Fletcher? Am I wrong in thinking the Fletcher campaign must be loving the shots being taken at them? That Fletcher must appreciate the party feeding his message? Fletcher’s payment obligations for an event he attended are a different matter; that’s not the issue. To …
Vargas Dominos
If State Senator Juan Vargas wins a Congressional matchup against former State Senator Denise Moreno Ducheny (and others), it will result in a vacant Senate seat. Assemblyman Ben Hueso lives in Vargas’ Senate district. If Hueso were to run and win a special election for Senate, it would create a vacancy in his Assembly seat. So, who would run for …
MTS to Consider a “Large” Police Force this Thursday
The Metropolitan Transit System board of directors this Thursday will consider putting in place a police force. State law allows transit agencies to employ police officers, meaning in addition to security personnel (the latter of which MTS clearly has in place). These officers must have the same training as sworn cops with any police department. Item 31 on this week’s …
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