Guest Commentary by Barry Willis Never before in my history as a “likely voter” have I seen so much at stake as in this upcoming election. As an American who, out of frustration, became a tea party organizer and who cares deeply about our country, I am very troubled by this president’s lack of leadership on so many issues. Let’s …
DeMaio and Filner are Close
Jen Jacobs, of Sunshine Strategy (great name, but no relation) dropped some serious news on the Mayor race today. I don’t think I am the first one with the news, but seeing as posting credible polls is sorta my thing, I need to share. Below is the release and the polling memo. Mayoral Independent Expenditure Campaign Announces Recent Poll Results …
The California Farm Bureau has endorsed Rocky Chavez
As Joe Biden might say, this is a big “F@#%&in deal”! The California Farm Bureau has endorsed Rocky Chavez. Sept. 25, 2012 FARM BUREAU ENDORSES CHAVEZ FOR STATE ASSEMBLY A candidate with a history of service and a commitment to economic development, Rocky Chavez, has earned the endorsement of the state’s largest farming organization in his bid for the state …
Legislators call upon CALTRANS to make it Right for Veterans
San Diego – On Friday, Senator Mark Wyland (R-38) and Assemblyman Martin Garrick (R-74) were joined with many notable retired military at the gates of Miramar National Cemetery where they called upon CALTRANS to fulfill its pledge to install freeway signs off I-805 designating the appropriate exits for the Miramar National Cemetery. Over the course of several months, requests by …
Mayor Jerry Sanders Endorses Carl DeMaio for Mayor
“Carl DeMaio has the right management skills and collaborative leadership style to bring people together to solve problems.” Stressing the importance of keeping San Diego on the path of fiscal and economic recovery, Mayor Jerry Sanders today endorsed Carl DeMaio to be San Diego’s next Mayor. “Carl DeMaio has the right management skills and collaborative leadership style to bring people …
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 …
CRA Endorses Bill Wells for El Cajon City Council
I am proud that the California Republican Assembly has chosen to endorse me for my El Cajon City Council race. The fact that the CRA is the conscience of the Republican Party does not escape me and I will continue to strive to be worthy of such recognition. Bill Wells
Handicapping the Poway City Council race
There are two spots available in the November election for Poway City Council. One seat is currently held by Jim Cunningham and the other is open due to Councilmember Merrilee Boyack’s decision to not seek reelection. Cunnigham has shown himself as a capable member of the Council. I believe he will win reelection easily. That leaves Boyack’s seat, with three …
Militant Islamic Violence: Response To a Video, or Ideology?
Originally published by Communities @ Washington Times SAN DIEGO, September 20, 2012 — “Islam is a religion of peace.” We’ve heard that repeatedly since 9/11. This past turbulent week, the point has been driven home again: “Islam is a religion of peace.” How do we know that? Because Muslims keep telling us it is. “Moderate” Muslims visit TV and radio …
Really? The New American Flag. There officially is no shame.
Don’t miss this! Must be seen to be believed. The New American Flag… https://store.barackobama.com/obama-2012-store-collections/artists-for-obama/our-stripes-country-print.html UPDATE Sunday 3:30 pm. Buzzfeed reports flag is gone… Really? The New American Flag. There officially is no shame.
Bill Wells gets Fire Fighter Endorsement
I am proud to announce my endorsement from the El Cajon Professional Fire Fighters Association. The fact that this organization has chosen to support my campaign is a welcome acknowledgement that the City of El Cajon is on the right course and that my re-election is an important element in continuing that progress.
Bilbray campaign’s reaction to the U-T San Diego endorsement
Today, Congressman Brian Bilbray was proudly endorsed by the U-T San Diego Editorial Board over his opponent Scott Peters. According to the Editorial Board, Congressman Brian Bilbray “knows the path we must follow on those paramount issues of the debt, the deficit, economic growth and fostering the innovation economy that is so crucial to San Diego.” It later went on …
Friday: Legislators to Call on CALTRANS to Make Things Right for Veterans
“Our veterans and their families have paid a heavy price in defense of our country,” Senator Joel Anderson tells SD Rostra. “All we’re asking is that Caltrans show veterans some respect by doing their job.” *** MEDIA ADVISORY *** Legislators Call on CALTRANS to Make Things Right for Veterans Senator Mark Wyland, Senator Joel Anderson and Assemblyman Martin Garrick will …
DeMAIO ANNOUNCES BIPARTISAN JOB CREATION COALITION
“Job Creation isn’t a Partisan Issue; it’s a San Diego Issue,” says DeMaio San Diego Mayoral candidate Carl DeMaio announced today the formation of a broad coalition of Independents, Republicans and Democrats who will provide business leadership and guidance on job creation for San Diego. Quiet since the primary, an overwhelming majority of the founders of the Movement to the …
Randy Newman sings the race card for the left
It is very sad the left has decided the only way to win this presidential election is to play the race card. I’ve mentioned this in a previous post. But what got me going today is the new Randy Newman song, “I’m Dreaming”– where he sings of voting for a “white” president. I hope this song insults everyone on all …
DeMaio’s jobs plan for small businesses enthuses San Diego restaurant owners
California Restaurant Association, San Diego Chapter Endorses DeMaio San Diego Mayoral candidate Carl DeMaio garnered the endorsement and enthusiastic support of one of the largest small business organizations in San Diego: the San Diego County Chapter of the California Restaurant Association which represents over 6,500 restaurants in San Diego County and employ more than 100,000 employees in the county. “As …
Plescia Condemns Early Release of Convicted Murderer
Plescia Condemns Early Release of Convicted Murderer AB 109 Early Prisoner Release Jeopardizing Public Safety Across the State SAN DIEGO, CA – George Plescia issued the following statement today in response to the news story below of a convicted murderer who was released back into a local community through Assembly Bill 109. Robert Lawrence Perrin spent 13 years in prison for …
Long Lost Brothers?
What do Bob Filner and Michael Dukakis have in common? Besides a love for bloated government and wasteful spending, apparently they also enjoy photo-ops while wearing horrible looking helmets. Behold, the Helmet Brothers:
Top Twenty Worst Bills Worthy of the Governor’s Veto
This op-ed, co-authored with Senator Bob Dutton, originally appeared in the Flashreport As of today, the Governor has yet to act on any of these bills. When he is done, we will grade Governor Brown on his performance. The Governor’s “letter grade” will be computed using the following scale… If he vetoes 90% or more, the Governor got an “A”, 80% – …
Patch: U-T Wants to Buy More Newspapers, CEO Reportedly Says
From the La Jolla Patch… Publisher reportedly has cash available for acquisitions, sees U-T revenue growing by Ken Stone Excerpts from the article… A day after U-T San Diego announced plans to buy the North County Times, the company’s CEO reportedly told a private gathering that the U-T hopes to become a national media power with additional purchases—perhaps including the …
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