Guest Commentary by Kevin Dayton Here’s yet another scoop from the Dayton Public Policy Institute about how unions are influencing the June 2012 elections in California: one supreme union official based in Sacramento has pumped $1.14 million into San Diego to defeat a city voter initiative called Proposition A. And some of the cash originally comes from utility ratepayers. For …
Last Major San Diego Mayoral Debate Mashup
The San Diego Association of REALTORS® (SDAR), San Diego County Taxpayers Association and The Lincoln Club of San Diego County hosted today’s debate at the Town and Country Resort and Conference Center. SDAR wants to thank all of the candidates for a spirited debate, the 500 or so people who filled the ballroom and those of you who watched and …
Live Blogging the Mayoral Debate
Excited to be live blogging today’s SOLD OUT (Wow and congrats!) Mayoral debate at the Town and Country. According to the wonderful daily updates from the registrar, 30% to 35% of votes have already been cast as of SATURDAY. Not sure we will hit the magic 50% number for mail in ballots but it is going to be close. Everything …
Gov Brown sends Democrats a message – In essence: “Fletcher is our man”
For you right-of-center Rostra supporters of Nathan Fletcher (even for the trolls!): You don’t need to believe Carl DeMaio backers concerning Fletcher’s pronounced move to the left. Believe the DEMOCRATS. Starting with Governor Jerry Brown. He’s made clear to Democrats that Fletcher will be their man in San Diego. See below. I’m not a fan of Jerry Brown, but in …
The Sweetwater Ripple Effect
You wouldn’t think a corruption scandal in San Diego’s South Bay could have repercussions 700 miles to our east in El Paso, TX. However, the same night Mitt Romney clinched the GOP nomination, 8-term Democratic Rep. Silvestre Reyes was denied a return pass to Congress — despite recent high-profile endorsements and events hosted by former President Clinton, and President Obama. …
Kudos to Deborah Seiler and the Registrar of Voters Office
From the UT San Diego… Release of ballot tally protested Registrar is making available a running breakdown of party affiliation Written by Ashly McGlone A former city schools trustee filed a complaint with the San Diego County Registrar of Voters Friday over the release of mail-ballot return data. The registrar — upon request — is releasing a daily tally of …
Eagle Forum Convention this Friday — All Star Speaker Line-Up!
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 …
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