Lest you get depressed over the stupidity in the headline in today’ U-T that a big majority approves of Jerry Brown’s proposed tax hikes, let me return you to reality, and a much better outlook. Here is the main quote. Nearly two-thirds of Californians favor Brown’s tax hike, but fewer than half of them think he’s doing a good job …
Dishonest PPIC poll on CA tax increases omits adverse effects
Below is a link to an op-ed/press release I wrote and posted on the FlashReport GOP website concerning the bogus PPIC tax increase survey. I posted a similar item on my Facebook page earlier, but this piece fleshes out the topic and, more importantly, is now on a website for sharing. I also emailed it to media up and down …
Chairman Fletcher Convenes Second Meeting of Select Committee on Job Creation for the New Economy
Chairman Nathan Fletcher and members of the Select Committee on Job Creation for the New Economy today were joined by experts and entrepreneurs as they probed the barriers to job creation in the new economy. Members heard testimony from representatives of UCSD, CONNECT, BIOCOM, Terra Verde Solar, investors and others who provided their first-hand experience creating jobs and insight to …
Fleischman on the Dubious PPIC Tax Survey
Regarding the news that a “big majority supports Brown’s tax increase plan” (UT headline), the FlashReport’s Jon Fleischman provides some insight… The results of a public opinion survey are totally dependent on the questions you ask. You can ask a question that you know will has a very positive answer, such as “Would you like prices to be lower to …
DeMaio to Campaign Against Gov. Brown’s Tax Increase in 2012
Says Sacramento Should Focus on Fiscal and Pension Reform Instead “Even as I campaign for Mayor, I intend to fight Governor Brown’s tax increase because it will only hurt working families and further damage our local economy. Instead of tax increases, Governor Brown should adopt the reforms I’m proposing here in San Diego such as pension reform, cutting wasteful spending, …
Lungren, Feinstein spar over Hetch Hetchy Valley restoration
http://www.latimes.com/news/local/la-me-tuolumne-20111213,0,7382453.story I’ve been a supporter of the proposed restoration of Hetch Hetchy in Yosemite Valley for years. I have to laugh that whenever this subject is brought up in politics, it’s the liberal enclave of San Francisco, the home of the Sierra Club, which fights the proposal because it is where a lot of their water is stored. It doesn’t …
Huge day for SD Unified, Maas sets his sights on DeMaio, Newt’s promise and more
There is a lot going on. Too much to wait for a weekend roundup. So here is your weekday news aggregator: The San Diego Unified School District is expected to find out at noon today whether deep cuts and a takeover are around the corner for the state’s second largest school district. Follow @kyamamura @MaureenMagee and @voiceofsandiego on Twitter for the …
Business Roundtable Helps Connect Job Seekers with Job Creators
Business Roundtable Helps Connect Job Seekers with Job Creators SACRAMENTO – Demonstrating his commitment to make job creation a top priority in his East County district, Assemblyman Brian Jones (R-Santee) recently hosted a business roundtable in Santee that resulted in successful networking opportunities for job seekers and businesses. “With San Diego County’s 9.7% unemployment rate above the national average of …
Zapf Announces New Committee Appointments
Today the City Council voted to approve the Committee appointments for 2012. I am honored to serve on the following committees next year: Land Use & Housing – Chair Economic Development & Strategies – Vice Chair Public Safety & Neighborhood Services – Vice Chair Rules, Open Government & Intergovernmental Relations Natural Resources & Culture I am particularly excited to be …
Vaus Announces for Poway City Council
From Steve Vaus via Facebook… I have just announced I’m running for Poway City Council in the November 2012 election. Councilmember Merrilee Boyack is stepping down at the end of her term and I am honored to have gained her endorsement. I invite you to visit my new web site http://www.VoteVaus.com/ Needless to say I would appreciate your support. # …
Neighborhood Market Association Endorses Nathan Fletcher
Nathan Fletcher today announced that the Neighborhood Market Association (NMA) has endorsed his campaign for mayor. NMA is the fourth business group to endorse Fletcher’s campaign for mayor. “We are endorsing Nathan Fletcher because he will be a strong advocate for small businesses as mayor,” said Mark Arabo, President & CEO of the Neighborhood Market Association. “Nathan understands that excessive …
39th Senate there for the Taking — Which Republican Woman or Man will Seek, and Win this Open Seat in 2012?
The 39th state senate is a pick-up chance for Republicans in 2012 since (A) incumbent Chris Kehoe is term-limited and (B) the new state district Map adds Republican territory in Rancho Bernardo, San Carlos, Del Cerro, Mira Mesa and Coronado. All that is lacking is a Republican candidate to face probable Demo nominee Marty Block. If You, a Friend, Family member or colleague …
Occupying the Ports? #Occupy’s War on the Working Class
The Occupy movement intends to shutdown ports on the West Coast tomorrow, Monday, December 12. OccupySD plans are listed here. There stated aim is to draw attention to “unfair and unjust business practices of multinational corporations.” That there is a nexus between multinationals and the ports is left to the imagination of the reader. They also claim that their purpose …
Top Ten Holiday Movies
Written by Bob Siegel and published originally by Washington Times Communities. Used by Permission San Diego, December 9, 2011 – Looking forward to curling up around the TV with loved ones to enjoy any one of those countless classic holiday films? Having trouble deciding which one to watch first? Well be of good cheer and keep the faith. Your ol’ pal Bob has …
Weekend Reading: Voice layoffs, Fletcher tops poll, Schools on the brink, Public pensions too high and Newt under attack
Your weekend news aggregator: Local Most of the local Twitter chatter on Friday was about the Voice of San Diego laying off nearly a third of its staff. Four people were let go, proving yet again that no one has figured out what a sustainable business model for local journalism looks like. A new and very unscientific San Diego Mayoral Albondigas …
Top five CA 2012 state tax increase props — egad!!
Here’s a link to an excellent summary of the main CA 2012 state tax increase initiatives currently in play, backed by money, but far from ballot qualified. Tip of the hat to the “Fox and Hounds” website, run by x-HJTA Grand Poobah Joel Fox. The piece is written by Joe Mathews, a frequent opponent of mine on issues. But, like …
Don’t Ban Plastic Bags in Dana Point
This op-ed originally appeared in the Orange County Register In the Legislature, I’m forced to fight against proposed new taxes and Nanny State laws every day. While I usually avoid involving myself in city issues, this Monday night [Dec. 12] the Dana Point City Council will consider an ordinance that falls into both categories. The ordinance would ban retail stores, …
How Much Will Prop. S Cost Taxpayers in the End?
A little news item crossed my desk today from the Associated General Contractors regarding a financial report on the status of Proposition S. As you’ll recall, that $2.1 billion bond measure became a major battle between labor and merit shop interests over proposed construction projects in the San Diego Unified School District. According to the release, the school district plans …
Nathan Fletcher Releases Jobs Plan and Vision for San Diego’s Economic Future
San Diego to become “The Worlds Most Innovative City” Nathan Fletcher today released his plan to make San Diego the best place in the world to create 21st Century, good-paying local jobs. The plan outlines specific steps he will undertake and specific metrics that will make the Fletcher Administration accountable for progress. The plan also outlines an effort to rebrand San …
District 5 candidate Mark Kersey wins support of Jerry Sanders to succeed Carl DeMaio on SD City Council
Businessman and New Media expert Mark Kersey of Rancho Bernardo gains new Momentum today with an endorsement from San Diego Mayor Jerry Sanders. Carl DeMaio, Kevin Faulconer and Lorie Zapf also back fellow Republican Kersey . Mark Kersey built his own business from the ground up, offering expert analysis of dramatic changes in Television, advertising and marketing owing to Computers and …
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