Yes, I know SD Rostra is supposed to focus on local politics. When I get sick to my stomach, it’s very local. The pro-choice case for infanticide
Zane leaving Lincoln Club; Clumpner takes reins
From T.J. Zane… Dear Lincoln Club Members and Supporters, Today, I am announcing that after more than seven years with the Lincoln Club of San Diego County, I will be leaving the Club effective July 1 to pursue new business opportunities and to lead two nonprofits I recently helped establish: the San Diego County Prosperity Institute and the San Diego …
Whack the camel’s nose
Guest Commentary by Steve Vaus – Councilman, City of Poway I remember a proverb from grade school: One cold night, as a Bedouin sat in his tent, a camel gently thrust his nose under the flap and looked in. “Master,” he said, “let me put my nose in your tent. It’s cold out here.” “By all means,” said the Bedouin, …
UT: Gore won’t appeal CCW ruling
As noted yesterday on SD Rostra, Sheriff Bill Gore has conceded on concealed carry gun permits. From UT San Diego… SAN DIEGO — Law-abiding Californians have come another step closer to being able to carry guns in public. Sheriff Bill Gore said Friday that he will not fight an opinion by a federal appeals court that ruled against the county’s restrictive policy on carrying concealed weapons. …
Many “permanent” minimum wage workers actually make $12-$30 an hour
What’s missed in the “minimum wage” brouhaha is that a large segment of those who stay at the minimum wage level actually make $12-$30+ an hour. That’s because — in states such as CA — a full minimum wage must be paid to ALL employees — including “tip” employees. Waiters, busboys, valets, hotel room cleaners, casino employees, etc. make much …
The Power of One
Guest Commentary by Amanda Young Rigby – Councilwoman, City of Vista Follow on Twitter and Facebook Does the complaint of one person warrant the change or implementation of a city ordinance? Some have said, “No!” but I think it does not matter how many people complain. If something wrong is to be righted, I believe in the power of one. …
Scott Peters Looks The Other Way While New Medicare Part D Regulations Continue To Hurt Seniors
Seniors Will Lose Out on More Health Care Choices WASHINGTON –California seniors are already feeling the devastating impact of ObamaCare’s cuts to Medicare, which are reducing access and limiting their healthcare choices. Now seniors in California and across the country may be set to lose even more. According to a new impact study by the American Action Forum, regulations proposed …
Four Republicans looking at Congresswoman Susan Davis’ seat
According to the FEC website, four area Republicans have filed political committees as possible candidates in the 53rd Congressional District, to determine which one will have the right to lose to Congresswoman Susan Davis in November (see the chart below). Please tell me if in that statement I’m being too dismissive of anyone’s chances to unseat Davis. The field includes …
Assemblyman Jones Denounces Realignment’s Latest Failure
SACRAMENTO, CA – Assemblyman Jones (R-Santee) points to the latest headlines relating to California’s failed prison “realignment”, implemented by Governor Brown and the Democrat majority in 2011. This law shifted lower level offenders from state prisons to county jails, but failed to provide the county probation offices with the means to manage the influx of new inmates. In Los Angeles …
Release: Key OC Political Leaders Endorse DeMaio for Congress
We’re continuing to build a state-wide network of donors because the Democrats aren’t going to give up this fight easily. -Carl Key Orange County Political Leaders Endorse Carl DeMaio for Congress “New Generation Republican” Is Top Congressional Recruit for 2014 Irvine – Carl DeMaio today released a number of endorsements from key political groups and elected leaders in Orange County …
San Diego’s Ron Nehring opens bid for Lt. Governor
Press Release Nehring opens bid for Lt. Governor Former state Republican Party chairman plans a campaign centered on bold reform and offering a better vision, better ideas, and a better team for California SAN DIEGO – Citing the need for a better vision for California than the status quo in Sacramento, former California Republican Party Chairman Ron Nehring today began …
The options for Sheriff Gore in the wake of the Peruta decision
Guest Commentary by Michael A. Schwartz As I wrote last Thursday, San Diego County Sheriff Bill Gore lost in a big decision regarding your right to bear arms. So what now? Sheriff Gore has 14 days to make a decision on what to do..These are the options to Gore and their financial impact on San Diego County: 1. The plaintiff’s …
Trolls: If the shoe fits…
From The Blaze… “Narcissists, psychopaths, sadists or Machiavellian? When it comes to online trolls, you can take your pick: Researchers say habitual electronic provocateurs have several of these serious personality issues.” Interesting. Read it here… Bad news for trolls
DeMaio Signature Collection for “Fix Congress First” Initiative
How can we force Members of Congress to vote to reform their own benefits and closed way of doing business? Good old fashioned public pressure! That’s why I’m spending 13 hours this weekend at events throughout San Diego planned in support of my FIX CONGRESS FIRST Initiative. Join me at one and sign our petition! Locations listed here: http://carldemaio.com/take-action/events We …
Assemblyman Jones Releases Statement on Ninth Circuit Decision in Favor of the Second Amendment
SACRAMENTO, CA— Today Assemblyman Jones released a statement regarding the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals decision in which they struck down a requirement by San Diego County that residents show “good cause” to carry a concealed firearm. Before concluding its decision, the Ninth Circuit observed: “We are well aware that, in the judgment of many governments, the safest sort of …
FEB 14 Great court ruling on concealed carry, but lousy U-T story — and lousy SD police chief
By now most have heard about the remarkable court ruling by the 9th Circuit Court of Appeals, declaring that the right of “self defense” is a sufficient reason to issue concealed weapon permits in San Diego County (assuming a person is otherwise eligible). Yes, the ruling could still be overturned (I’m not optimistic), but it DOES have the saving grace …
Ninth Circuit’s CCW ruling: A country of laws, not men
Guest Commentary by Michael A. Schwartz As Richard Rider posted earlier, today the 9th Circuit Court of Appeals issued the decision linked here against San Diego County Sheriff Gore. In summary…Gore’s internal policies regarding issuing concealed carry permits are unconstitutional. The case was brought by a part-time San Diego resident Ed Peruta. Ed decided he wanted to spend his golden …
In stunning ruling, 9th Circuit affirms right to carry a firearm for self defense in San Diego County
In a stunning/seemingly bizarre ruling, the 9th Circuit Court of Appeals has decided to (for once) enforce the Constitution. The court actually ruled that one has the right to receive a gun (carry) permit for self defense in San Diego County (and potentially in all of California). AMAZING!!! Up until now, only retired judges and cops, some politicians and a …
2014 Mayoral Election Results
This Tuesday, the City of San Diego held a mayoral special election to fill the vacancy left by disgraced former mayor Bob Filner, who resigned last August. Using GIS software and data from the San Diego County Registrar of Voters, the National University System Institute for Policy Research conducted an analysis of the precinct results, and Tweeted its findings this …
The Hill: GOP thinks one good win deserves another
Fresh from The Hill: “What you saw [Tuesday] night was our reform agenda won,” DeMaio told The Hill Wednesday morning. “It absolutely validates my ‘new generation Republican’ philosophy: We win when we reform government to make it work. That’s the essence of the choice voters were given last night and they supported reform, as they’ve done time and again in …
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