Guest Commentary by Rick Winet The Governor of Wisconsin, Scott Walker, is a courageous leader and representative of The People. I believe that the law he crafted and signed on March 11 will be duplicated by numerous States in the coming months. The vast majority of “news reporting” on this important issue – the fiscal solvency of our government – …
Immigration think tank sees birthright citizenship as threat to U.S. security
A new Center for Immigration Studies (CIS) report examined the consequences of America’s liberal birthright (anchor baby) policy and found that the program may have national security implications. The study Entitled “’Birthright Citizenship for the Children of Visitors: A National Security Problem in the Making?,’ provides original estimates on the number of annual births to temporary visitors, whether birth tourists, …
On Fiscal Issues, Where Art Thou Mayoral Candidate Bonnie Dumanis?
Maybe mayoral candidates should approach the 2012 election as if they were running for Homecoming King or Queen of San Diego. This seems to be Bonnie Dumanis’ tactic so far. She is willing to put herself out there… in the sense that she is willing to have folks voice their opinion about her at the ballot box. Of course, nominees …
How to best donate to Japan disaster
The problem with giving money to charities is that you usually don’t know if they do a good job — how much bang for the buck you’ll be getting for your gift. This quandary grows big-time when a rapid emergency relief effort is required — such as the Japan disaster. ANYTIME such a disaster occurs, charlatans pop up everywhere, seeking …
Fort Hood Revisited: What’s In A Name?
Originally published by The Washington Times. Used by permission. SAN DIEGO, March 11, 2011 —Central Texas Congressman John Carter (R-TX), is one of several pushing for a bill in Congress that would award the 43 victims of the Fort Hoot shooting by Maj. Nidal Hasan the Purple Heart, along with all benefits associated with such an honor. Said Carter last …
Denise Ducheny’s ‘Triple Crown Year’ may Haunt possible 2012 bid vs. Supervisor Greg Cox — She topped 40-member state Senate in Office Budget, Staff Salaries & Benefits … and Per Diem income
Major League baseball has not had a Triple Crown winner since 1967, but latest State figures show State Senator Denise Ducheny reached a similar feat while Senate Budget Committee Chair. Ducheny was #1 in total office budget ($1,274,117), … #1 in total Staff salaries & benefits ($1,108,429) …. and tied for first in the famous Per Diem payments ($38,042). All those #1 scores …
Libertarians Say Press Falsely Credits Republicans With ‘Deep Cuts’
I just got this press release from the Libertarian party, and am reproducing nearly all of it verbatim. Money quote: “It’s a spending bill that will result in discretionary spending of $1.356 trillion this year. That’s higher than last year’s $1.349 trillion. When did higher spending become a cut?” Calling a budget a spending cut when it’s lower than an …
Ranch hand murdered near San Diego U.S./Mexico border
Sheriff Deputies and paramedics were called to a ranch located in Jamul over the weekend when the owner of the property discovered his employee was non-responsive. According to a Sheriff Department press release, “Deputies, paramedics and Cal Fire personnel were immediately called to the scene. The condition of the body, coupled with observations of the area in close proximity to …
Bias By Omission At The Washington Post
A Washington Post story on the Japanese nuclear disaster perfectly illustrates how bias can be inserted into a story, simply by not disclosing pertinent information. Reporter Jia Lynn Yang quoted someone she presents as an expert on nuclear power, who opined that the industry is “on the rocks” in the United States. The expert, Peter Bradford, is only identified as …
2 National “Pollie” awards last night for Chula Vista’s Prop. G, banning P.L.A.s …. Lacee Beaulieu of ‘The San Diego Group’ cops the top Hardware
Last night the “Oscars”of American politics were handed out in Washington D.C. by the American Association of Political Consultants. The 2010 campaign to pass Chula Vista’s Proposition G, [anti-Project Labor Agreement ] picked up Statues in Two categories: (1) Best Direct Mail Campaign and… (2) Best Newspaper Ad. The Yes-on-G effort was directed in part by Lacee Beaulieu of ‘The …
EXCLUSIVE TO ROSTRA: Meatball Poll Results on Money and Moonbeams
By popular demand, the Albondigas Straw Poll (AKA the Meatball Poll) will continue as a regular feature exclusive to Rostra. This month’s edition turned to statewide issues. Albondigas San Diego members were asked to weigh in on five questions, yes or no. The results: 1. Will Governor Brown be successful in eliminating redevelopment? Yes: 41% No 59% 2. Will we …
They Shoot Deserters, Don’t They?
Not satisfied with holding the Legislature hostage, union leaders in Wisconsin now seem bent on calling for a general strike. I’d point out the history of striking against the public, which is illegal, and how it never bodes well for the union. But this article from The New American does the heavy lifting for me. Writing in Liberation, the official …
Media Union Urges Protest Against Republicans
Supposedly objective journalists are being encouraged by the Pacific Media Workers Guild to protest against Wisconsin Republicans for acting against “fundamental labor and human rights,” a.k.a. collective bargaining rights by public employee unions. PMWG outlets include the San Francisco Chronicle; Contra Costa Times; San Jose Mercury News; Valley Times; Oakland Tribune; Sacramento Bee; Fresno Bee; Modesto Bee; Monterey County Herald …
Math Meets Political Power
Math is winning, what a surprise. (This is a recurring theme at The Scratching Post.) Today’s U-T headline about the California budget dilemma is a case in point: Democrats Confronted with the Limits of Power In last November’s election, voters removed the requirement for a two-thirds majority to pass California’s budget. Democrats control both legislative houses and the governor’s mansion, …
Bonnie Dumanis is running… for Mayor Jerry Sanders’ third term
San Diego has a longstanding tradition of electing establishment Republicans, often with either military or law enforcement roots as its mayor. Before becoming U.S. Senator and California governor, former Marine Corps officer and Republican Pete Wilson was mayor of San Diego from 1971-1982. Wilson, a moderate to liberal on social issues, did limit the growth of the city’s budget, cut …
The Opponent Bonnie Dumanis Fears Most – And It’s Not Who You Think
San Diego political insiders have been all a-Twitter today (literally) with the filing of candidacy papers for the City of San Diego Mayoral Race by District Attorney Bonnie Dumanis. Ongoing speculation including a bet between Rostra blogger Barry Jantz and San Diego County Taxpayers Association senior director Chris Cate on whether Dumanis would actually enter the race ran rampant and …
Rescinding the “Crash Tax” in Oceanside — Double Taxation, says Felien
Councilman Gary Felien, just elected last November in Oceanside, believes the city’s “Crash Tax” isn’t working and is moving to repeal it. “Other cities around the county and state are using Oceanside’s crash tax as a justification to pass their own version,” Felien told Rostra. “It’s time to let them know that this tax isn’t working and will never work.” …
You’re Not Worthy (Of Darren Pudgil)
UPDATE: The inevitable apology. “In my attempt to defend someone I greatly admire – a former police chief who knows something about courage – I said something I shouldn’t have. I’ve called Vince and apologized. We all feel strongly about making our city better, and we will continue to work together.” __________ Darren Pudgil (pictured), the ever-helpful spokesman for San …
Mayor’s Race
As noted in the post below it looks like District Attorney Bonnie Dumanis is in. The emails swirling around town this morning also mentioned that she hired GOP consultant Kevin Spillane from Sacramento to run her race. In the past Dumanis used Democrat consultant Jennifer Tierney, who is also the consultant for the Firefighter’s Union. Does this mean that the …
When Senators Act Like Spoiled Brats
Well they finally did it! They finally took a vote in Wisconsin without waiting for the Democratic senators to return and none too soon, because Governor Scott Walker had been ready to offer a compromise regarding the unions if the Democratic senators who jumped ship and fled to Illinois would only come back. I believe it was a mistake to …
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