From Eagle Forum… Don’t miss the Eagle Forum San Diego 3rd Annual Convention this FRIDAY, June 1 from 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. Only $20/person, with a special surprise guest being arranged…. Location: Skyline Church Auditorium, 11330 Campo Road, La Mesa. CA 91941 (Highway 94 and Jamacha Road – Rancho San Diego) Register at: http://www.efsdconvention2012.com/ Click for a larger view SPEAKERS: Brian Brown – National Organization of Marriage …
SD Labor Council votes “NO” on Rocky Chavez in 76th Assembly — Is that a Net Plus for Him in North County district?
Who says Rocky Chavez stood up to Big Labor as an Oceanside City Councilman (2002 through 2009) on issues like out-sourcing, size of government, and Prevailing Wage? Well, the San Diego Labor Council effectively says so (!) in its new “Voter Guide”. The mailing cites those issues and says “Vote NO on Rocky Chavez” and GOP congressman Brian Bilbray. “Rocky Chavez is the …
May 29 — 8,110 Mail Ballots split 46% GOP, 38% Dem, 14% Indy … Running Count: GOP now + 5,935 overall
We have a fairly steady pattern now as Mail Ballots arrive. Tuesday the 29th was typical: Republicans 46% (3,721) of 8,110 processed, Democrats 38% (3,084), Independents 15% (1,156). The initial early returns (of 2 weeks ago) were at 41% GOP – 39% Dem, but later ballots are averaging GOP 45%, Dem 38%. Both major parties are above their registration share, but Republicans out-perform registration …
AD 76: Sherry Hodges Mail
One of the mail pieces in the 76th Assembly race — click for a full size view. Candidates and consultants are invited to send their mail samples our way; we’ll try to post them as we can. We’ll say this once, for anyone that has concerns about mail posted on Rostra, especially if they think it will influence an outcome: …
Liberal CA think tank admits CA has high taxes
Here’s a LIBERAL biased summary of CA vs. the other states on taxes, from the California Budget Project – one of many “nonpartisan” front groups the Democrats set up, trying to con us into raising our taxes. What is interesting is that even this slick left wing “think tank” can’t hide the fact that we Californians pay taxes well above …
AB 2299: The Duke Cunningham Transparency In California Government Act
Guest Commentary by Brian Brady On May 17, 2012, the California Assembly passed AB 2299, which exempts public safety officials from recording real estate transactions. Why would the Assembly unanimously pass such legislation? It contributes to a two-tiered class system in California: the men with guns and you. On it’s face, it sounds noble but, like all unnecessary legislation, the …
Jim Miller on Memorial Day
Guest Commentary by Jim Miller, candidate for Superior Court Judge Today is Memorial Day. It is hoped that you have had time away from work. Time to spend with friends, family and loved ones. Most of all today is a time to remember. Remember the sacrifices of those who have come before us. The blood and tears our country has …
San Diego County Registrar of Voters’ release of election “results” taken seriously by a few
A “Memorable” Weekend for Some Candidates by Barry Jantz While readying its public system in advance of primary election night, the San Diego County Registrar of Voters released test election “results” on its website this weekend for every race in San Diego County, although in actuality no such real data can be released until the polls close at 8:00 p.m. …
8K Mail Ballots on Saturday — 45% GOP, 38% Dem — Republican Lead is now +5,298 countywide
The Beat Goes On …. Most recent 7,692 SD county mail ballots divide 45% GOP (3,483), 38% Demo (2,940), 14% Independent (1,012) and 4% Minor parties (257) . The running Rep. lead is + 5,298 overall countywide. And Yes, they do work holiday weekends at the Registrar of Voters. Now that is Dedication. Happy Memorial Day weekend. Our Democracy survives thanks to …
Accelerate — Friday’s 17K Mail Ballots break 46% GOP, 37% Demo — Republican lead now + 4,755 — “Enthusiasm Gap” alive and well
Another 16,829 mail ballots were processed Friday and registered Republicans made up 46% of them, while 37% were Democratic. Those numbers were 43-38 Republican on Thursday, and 41-39 GOP on Monday. The countywide Republican lead in the total running count is now + 4,755 mail ballots. This clear trend suggests the famous “enthusiam Gap” of 2010 is alive and well. Republicans are more tuned-in and …
Mayor’s Race Takes Me Back to 7th Grade
Politics & Media Mashup We’re 10 days out from Election Day and here is what we know about the San Diego mayoral race: Carl DeMaio is in. The second spot looks like it’s going to go down to the wire. Bob Filner is carrying a slight edge over Nathan Fletcher. Trailing behind is Bonnie Dumanis, but she’s not going down …
DeMaio Unveils the “REPAIR” Ballot Initiative to Fix San Diego’s Roads
Ballot Measure Would Generate over $480 Million and Impose Accountability on City Politicians to Fully Fund Street Repairs and Maintenance San Diego Mayoral Candidate Carl DeMaio unveiled his “REPAIR” Initiative to generate over $480 million to fix San Diego’s crumbling roads without a tax increase – and hold city leaders accountable for improving how road repair work is done. The tax-free …
SANDAG takes historic action!
When SANDAG bought the SR125 late last year it stated the intention to reduce tolls for the motoring public. There were skeptics (you know who you are) who said that like all government agencies, SANDAG would become addicted to the money keep the tolls the same or higher. Today the SANDAG Board of Directors voted unanimously to reduce the tolls, …
Nathan Fletcher Raises More Than $1.2 Million for Primary Election
Fletcher for Mayor announced raising more than $1.2 million from 4,525 donors since the inception of the campaign and $302,866 from 1,025 donors since March 17th. The total includes donations from all 50 states. “We’ve not only raised more from individual contributors than any candidate in this race for mayor, we’ve also raised more than any candidate in a primary …
San Di-lollipop
A follow-up from last night’s KUSI San Diego mayoral debate…
San Diego Republicans announce record fundraising for June victory campaign
Press Release from the Local GOP… “Results are a sign of the strength and broad appeal of our endorsed, taxpayer centered Reform candidates.” FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE THURSDAY, MARCH 24 CONTACT: TONY KRVARIC (858) 699-3000 SAN DIEGO — In the latest sign of strength, the Republican Party of San Diego County today announced that filings will reveal it raised $557,618.79 in the period of …
Following Fletcher Quitting Republican Party, donations to local GOP skyrocket
Guest Commentary by Brian Brady I cautioned the Sacramento Club to let the activists have their day back in March. Commenters retorted that if the SDGOP Central Committee dared to endorse a candidate, money would flee faster than a teenage mob runs to a Justin Beiber concert. To wit: “Endorsement in a race with three credible candidates will leave the …
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