As partly noted in a comment by us yesterday… Let’s not forget what Rostra is…a mostly unedited and largely uncontrolled group of VOLUNTEER bloggers that write what they want and when they want, based on whether they have the time and interest at any one moment. Each opinion is that of the author, individually, not collectively. Collectivism is bad. There …
Democrat ‘Red Ink Budget’ – How to Kill Jobs and Move California Closer to Insolvency
This op-ed originally appeared in Fox & Hounds Earlier this week, Assembly Democrats unveiled their budget blueprint of liberal spending and higher taxes, which they ironically call their California Jobs Budget. In reality, they proposed the “California Red Ink Budget” because that’s really what it would produce more government spending, increasing debt and higher taxes that would hit working Californians especially hard. Considering our …
How does Rubin’s Hate Crimes Position Agree with Conservative Thought?
In the Family Values Voter Information Guide, 77th Assembly District candidate Christine Rubin states that she supports hate crimes legislation. This position is antithetical to conservative thought. It is important for the readers of Rostra to know that I am deeply opposed to the concept of thought crimes legislation. I say thought crimes because the emphasis of such legislation is …
National Rifle Association Backs Bill Wells For State Assembly
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: May 26, 2010 CONTACT: Eddie Sprecco 619-889-1348 (El Cajon) The Bill Wells for Assembly campaign today announces a significant endorsement from the National Rifle Association (NRA). The NRA has nearly 4 million members nationwide with thousands residing in East County. Since its inception in 1871 the NRA has been dedicated to firearm education and the protection of …
The Final Poll
With just two weeks left I managed to get my hands on what will likely be the final poll in D6. Howard Wayne 35 Lorie Zapf 31 Steve Hadley 9.5 Undecided 9.5 Kim Tran 9 Ryan Huckabone 6 I’m sure Lorie Zapf’s ‘artificial supporters’, Howard Wayne’s union thugs, and Kim Tran’s family members will be by shortly to comment. Related …
Faith Leaders Endorse Jones in 77th AD
For Immediate Release Contact: Asher Burke May 25st, 2010 (858)735.8074 Vice Mayor Jones Receives Dr. and Mrs. Tim LaHaye’s Endorsement for Assembly Race The LaHaye’s join growing number of Pastors/Faith leaders rallying to Jones. SANTEE – Dr. Tim LaHaye (President of LaHaye Ministries), and Mrs. Beverly LaHaye (Chairman, Concerned Women for America) have recently announced their endorsement of Brian Jones …
‘Tis the Season for Political Mailers: Day 9
We are officially two weeks away from the June 8 California primary and judging from the political mail that keeps rolling in, my USPS postal carrier must be working overtime. This past weekend, I received various slate mailers from a wide spectrum of slate mailer organizations. The California Federation of Teachers sent me their official election guide in which they …
Bill Wells Featured on FlashReport: MARKET SOLUTIONS FOR HEALTHCARE
The Honorable Bill Wells, Candidate for Assembly, AD 77 May 25, 2010 As a Conservative I am frustrated by the overwhelming push to have government be the solution to all problems. So I was happy to read a story of a novel approach taken by a Sacramento Hospital to limit their own exposure to waste and abuse of their resources. …
McClintock, Hedgecock & Rider agree on CA props
It’s not always the case. But on the June CA statewide props, we three agree. Yes, no, no, yes, yes. Roger Hedgecock’s endorsements can be found here. Mine have previously been posted on this website. And below are McClintock’s prop endorsements for this June — and his rationale: Prop. 13. Seismic Retrofits. YES: Earthquake proofing your house shouldn’t trigger a …
HJTA: Greed and Ambition Fuel Prop. 14
RIDER COMMENT: Prop 14 is NOT an “open primary” proposition. But it WILL effectively eliminate third parties from ballot qualification in California, and will ban write-in votes. And this supposedly promotes democracy?? — Greed and Ambition Fuel Prop. 14 May 24, 2010 By Jon Coupal Promoters of Proposition 14 on the June ballot are calling it the “open” primary. Ah …
California Pro Life-Council Endorses Bill Wells
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: May 24, 2010 CONTACT: Eddie Sprecco 619-889-1348 (El Cajon) The Bill Wells campaign continues to attract significant support from conservative grassroots organizations and today announces the support of the California Pro-Life Council. The California Pro-Life Council (CPLC) is the state affiliate of the National Right to Life Committee since 1971. CPLC is a non-profit grassroots organization dedicated …
Health care bill’s form 1099 Frankenstein
Sometimes I get irritated at my own laziness. But after all, I’m retired! Here’s an outrageous item I meant to post over 3 weeks ago, but let slide. Thankfully my bro-in-law Adam reminded me to get going on this. This 1099 provision in the massive health care bill is madness. Apparently it means my (and your) SS# or TIN (business …
Embracing change – blacks run for higher office as Republicans
In a pivotal year for politics, many incumbents are either stepping aside or losing their primary races; this transformation is putting many new faces on the ballot. A surprise component is the large number of black candidates making the leap into the world of political office; however 32 of these candidates are running on the GOP ticket – not the …
Escondido sides with Arizona’s new immigration law
The residents from Escondido, California packed the City Council chambers to show their support for Arizona’s SB 1070 immigration law. The southern Californian residents wanted to challenge Councilmember Olga Diaz’s attempt to chastise Arizona. “Those who support Arizona outnumbered the opposition 10 to 1. It seemed that some of those in opposition had been ‘imported’ from outside Escondido to protest,” …
DeMaio Urges Yes on Prop C — For Veterans
DeMaio Urges YES on Prop C Measure Will Honor Our Local Veterans By Fixing Flaw In City Charter SAN DIEGO – San Diego Councilmember Carl DeMaio urged voters in the City of San Diego to vote Yes on Proposition C – Limitations and Credits for Veterans Preferences Points. “San Diego is quintessentially a military town – and we are proud …
‘Tis the Season for Political Mailers
To a political nerd, such as myself, there is nothing quite as exciting as going to the mailbox during election season and examining the day’s collection of glossy double-sided political mailers. Since I am new to California and thus a recently registered voter, I was not expecting to receive much mail this election cycle. However, my name and address apparently …
“Don’t vote Republican” and your reason is???
The writer of this letter to the Opinion section of the Poway Chieftain suggest that we should not vote Republican because they vote to cut. Yes, that is right in a lot of cases, but how are we going to even attempt to solve Sacramento’s budget woes if we don’t cut? Raising taxes and fees, especially during tough economic times, …
Oh That’s Right, Mexico Has Another Border. Did They Forget To Mention It?
During his pampered visit to the United States, Mexican President, Felipe Calderon condemned the new Arizona immigration law (which simply enforces our federal law). Says Calderon: “Criminalizing immigration, which is a social and economic phenomena, this way opens the door to intolerance, hate, and discrimination.” Oh, I see. “Intolerance, hate, and discrimination.” I wonder how many people in our country …
The NRA’s “Anti-Endorsement” in Sheriff’s Race
Guest Commentary by Michael Schwartz You can’t find an intersection in San Diego that isn’t plastered with the name of at least one of the three candidates for the office of Sheriff. The attention given to this race is not surprising since there is no elected incumbent for the highest law enforcement position in the county. We’ve seen some unusual …
Cap Weekly: AD 77 and SD 36 among “primary contests to watch on Election Day”
Yes, we already knew that. But, here is the story from Capitol Weekly. Most importantly, here are the pertinent sections related to the San Diego area contests… AD 77 – This seat came open two years early when Assemblyman Joel Anderson, R-La Mesa, decided to mount a bid for state Senate. Another three–way race, this one includes El Cajon City …
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