I came across the 2002 estimated cost of the [San Diego] “Mid-Coast Corridor Transit Project” — the so-called light rail line from Old Town to points north. It was $30 million per mile. http://www.lightrail.com/projects.htm#San_Diego Doubtless because of “galloping inflation” (geezers will recall that term — used by President Richard Nixon to describe the 4.7% inflation in the early 70’s that …
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 …
Rep. Scott Peters’ “Extreme and Reckless” Behavior on Debt Limit
“Scott Peters’ extreme and reckless positions on automatically increasing government debt only adds to the dysfunction in Washington.” -Carl DeMaio San Diego – Having built a national reputation as an expert in government budgeting and fiscal reform, Carl DeMaio spoke out against Rep. Scott Peters’ extreme and reckless proposals to increase government debt. “The federal government’s finances are already unsustainable, but …
Even a crass opportunist knows…
With local Democrats endorsing David Alvarez for San Diego mayor last night, the jokes immediately flew, conjecturing how long before Nathan Fletcher would dump his latest party. “Countdown until Nathan Fletcher joins the Whig Party starting…now,” consultant Jason Roe quipped on Facebook. The “famous” lollipop photo was even resurrected by Barrett Tetlow. The image was first inspired when D.A. Bonnie …
Ted Cruz Is Not “The New Black.” He is a Bold Color.
Senate Majority Leader Reid just invoked procedural rules and ended Senator Ted Cruz’ quixotic quest to defund Obamacare. Cruz embarked on the 21 hour plus marathon with the theme #MakeDCListen. He recalled Churchill’s resolve to defeat National Socialism, recited Dr Seuss’ “Green Eggs and Ham” (to explain that the American people have tried and don’t like Obamacare), recited the Federalist …
Assemblyman Jones Hosted 3rd Annual Second Amendment Event
ALPINE, CA – Assemblyman Brian Jones (R-Santee) hosted his 3rd Annual 2nd Amendment Awareness Event where a sold out group of 200 people came to support and celebrate Constitution Week. Sam Paredes, Executive Director for Gun Owners of California, also spoke about the anti-gun legislation passed by the Legislature, now awaiting signature or veto on Governor Brown’s desk. Jones, speaking about …
Obamacare: Health-care ‘reform’ will sink economy
As seen in the SD Union-Tribune: Changes to health coverage are set to take full effect next year as a result of the Affordable Care Act, also known as Obamacare. Open enrollment in California starts Oct. 1 and the state agency overseeing the health-insurance exchange has been gearing up to help the uninsured learn about available options. While proponents say …
San Diego’s “Radio Mayor” Roger Hedgecock Endorses Carl DeMaio
San Diego’s “Radio Mayor” Roger Hedgecock Endorses Carl DeMaio “Carl DeMaio has taken on the forces of big government and won.” For immediate release – September 23, 2013 San Diego- TV and radio host Roger Hedgecock today became another endorsement for Carl DeMaio for Congress, citing DeMaio’s extensive history as leading the way for reforms in San Diego that are …
A lot of logo, no substance
Tweeted by Tony Manolatos, Faulconer for Mayor Communications Director… Fletcher: a lot of logo, no substance. Faulconer: leadership with a vision and a plan for San Diego. http://t.co/AQ00VZFkF5 — Anthony G. Manolatos (@tonymanolatos) September 21, 2013
Nathan Fletcher’s Labor Council questionnaire — U-T calls it Fletcher vs. Fletcher vs. Fletcher
Updated… U-T San Diego: Fletcher vs. Fletcher vs. Fletcher http://web.utsandiego.com/news/2013/sep/21/fletcher-vs-fletcher-vs-fletcher _____ Posted September 20, 2013 @10:11 am… Email from Tony Krvaric, posted with permission… Happy Friday! Yesterday I mentioned rumors that Nathan Fletcher has now officially haven taken positions AGAINST pension reform and managed competition and IN FAVOR of Project Labor Agreements and “card check,” i.e. forced unionization. Turns out …
When A Minimum Hourly Wage Of $1.25 Is Better Than Ten Bucks
It looks like California is going to raise the minimum wage to $10/hour. I don’t need to tell the crew here what a job killer this will be. I will point out something my friend James Hansen posted on Facebook: By 1964 Standards: Minimum wage was $1.25 per hour. $.25, (a quarter) was pure silver. Today those 5 quarters are …
Allan Brauer Continues the California Democratic Party’s War on Women
As if the Bob Filner fiasco wasn’t enough, Sacramento County Democratic Party Communications Chair Allan Brauer gives us a little more insight into his party’s treatment of women. Senator Ted Cruz’ senior communications adviser happens to be a lady; her name is Amanda Carpenter. She tweeted this: GOP beat gun control, changed Obama’s mind on Syria, is holding the line …
New Downtown San Diego Library Is a $185 Million Obsolete Monument to a Bygone Era
The new San Diego central library is opening downtown with great fanfare. It’s a monument to learning and knowledge. Well, that’s SUPPOSED to be what it represents. But in reality, this expensive new already-obsolete building is a monument to an era that is ending — a structure that in a few years will have little more utility value than a …
SD Free Press… Plastic Bag Ban Sparks Dialogue Between Left and Right: Rostra Responds to SDFP Satire
from San Diego Free Press… Editor: We are crossposting an article from the conservative San Diego Rostra by Brian Brady – who has been in a dialogue with our own Bob Dorn of late – and who now outlines where he and progressives agree and disagree. Read it here.
Nathan Fletcher: Dancing on Duane Roth’s Grave
I came across a Fletcher fundraising invite today, hosted at the home of notorious plaintiffs lawyer and convicted felon Bill Lerach. What is most striking is Lerach is the same Lerach who sued the late Fletcher booster Duane Roth’s company, Alliance Pharmaceuticals, and famously said about the suit, “I don’t give a f*** about the merits.” Duane and Ted …
Local Social Media Entrepreneur Praises Carl DeMaio’s Commitment to Online Civic Engagement
DeMaio Using Volkalize.com Site Developed by Local Businesswoman to Engage Voters in Discussion on Key Issues San Diego – Continuing his use of new technologies and platforms to make government more accessible to the public, Carl DeMaio is touting a website created by a 23 year old female entrepreneur right here in San Diego. On Wednesday, DeMaio posted an …
Muslim-Christian Dialogue: Bob Siegel Responds To Ijaz Ahmad
On September, 9, 2013 I debated Muslim apologist Shadid Lewis. The title was, “Can We Trust The New Testament?” The debate is available to be watched or listened to off of my Website: Bob debates Shadid Lewis “Can We Trust the New Testament?” 09/09/2013 Recorded by The Center For Religious Debate Listen Now Watch on You Tube Ijaz …
Freeped Today and Feeling Fabulous
I was the subject of a satirical post on San Diego Free Press. Bob Dorn had some fun today, using some garden-variety stereotypes about liberals and conservatives, because I dared to confront a premise, proffered by OBRag’s Frank Gormlie, supporting a single-use plastic bag ban. I don’t think that Bob Dorn likes that I comment on the progressive’s little paradise. …
Interview with GOP Up-and-Comer Sage Naumann
Tonight the Carlsbad School Board will decide who gets to fill the vacancy left by Kelli Moors’ departure. Republican Sage Naumann has applied for the position. Here is a recent interview with Naumann. Guest Column by Michael Schwartz Recently Sage Naumann, a Republican candidate for Carlsbad Unified School Board, made the news for pointing out that a current member of …
Rep. Darrell Issa & CA GOP Delegation Backing Carl DeMaio
Support keeps piling up for Carl DeMaio’s bid for Congress. Many of the GOP members of the California Congressional Delegation are hosting a fundraising event for DeMaio on October 9th in Washington D.C. Of particular note: Chairman Darrell Issa is on board. This is a huge deal! Here’s the link to the event posted on the DeMaio website.
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