San Diego Rostra brings back the spirit of public thought and debate that existed in Ancient Rome. The Rostra originates from the word Rostrum, a forum in ancient Rome where citizens would come to voice their thoughts, concerns, and critiques about society.
I am a Gen X conservative. I am individualistic with an anti-authoritarian streak, I am self-employed because I’ve seen how corporate America “downsized” my parents, and I prefer Swingers to The Big Chill. I think Gen X has quietly done some extraordinary things. We didn’t invent the internet but we certainly commercialized it, creating a stupendous amount of wealth. Our …
“Don’t tax you, don’t tax me, tax that man behind the tree” — Senator Russell B. Long (D)- LA (deceased). This is the premise behind the proposed convention center tax which is planned for the November ballot. Like the horrible SANDAG Sky Gondola Tax, promises will be made to every special interest group and the deal will be larded up with …
A conservative Latino’s view on politics… The primary battle between Republican Party members, Assemblyman Travis Allen and business leader John Cox was vicious and nasty – mostly from Allen toward Cox. It turned into a lopsided, decisive beatdown that saw Cox take Allen out by 16.3 percentage points (over 900,000 votes). It was reminiscent of the utter destruction Mike Tyson gave …
In the 49th Congressional District, Democrats won over 50 percent of the San Diego County vote. In November, an experienced Republican Board of Equalization Chairwoman will face off against a well-funded, former party Democratic Party Executive Director. In the 36th State Senate District, the Democratic candidate won over 50 percent of the San Diego County vote. She has never held …
I am encouraging every voter in Vista, Oceanside, Carlsbad, and Encinitas to vote for Phil Graham in the 76th Assembly District. His Republican opponents are two people for whom I have a great deal of respect but these are the five reasons to vote for Phil Graham tomorrow: 1- Phil will never raise your taxes. Ever. “Taxed Enough Already” used …
Loopholes that allow convicted rapists and human traffickers to walk free before completing their sentences must be closed; criminal use and possession of firearms must be reined in. Thousands of cases of sex trafficking are reported in the U.S. each year. Unfortunately, San Diego County has been identified as a major hub for this despicable criminal enterprise. That’s why I’m …
SDUT: Border construction begins in San Diego
A conservative Latino’s view on politics… Part two of my research into Republican gubernatorial candidate, Assemblyman Travis Allen (R), 72nd Assembly District. You can read the first half here: “Travis Allen: A fraud? A liar? A snake oil salesman? All the above! Part I”. Travis Allen, creating a false narrative, the CAGOP proxy battle The most recent CAGOP convention went …
Some thoughts while spending a few days away… Neither Travis Allen nor John Cox can beat Gavin Newsom in the general election, nor can either beat any Dem for that matter. Only Cox has a chance to make it past the primary. It now increasingly looks like he’ll be number two next Tuesday. Having him on the ballot in November, …
by Doug Sain Yesterday the San Diego County Sheriff’s Department issued a news release stating, “After conducting a thorough investigation, interviewing several witnesses and reviewing video surveillance from both inside and outside of the business, (San Diego County Sheriff’s Department Sexual Assault) detectives disproved the allegations made against (California Assembly candidate) Phil Graham. As a result, this case is being …
Let’s start here; rent control is bad. It doesn’t work. One of the consequences of rent control is that investors flee when it is imposed. Landlords sell because they don’t like apparatchiks dictating what they can charge to rent their property. This discourages statists. Back in the 1980s, the statists decided that the best way to teach those property owners …
A conservative Latino’s view on politics. The battle in the governor’s race, between John Cox and Travis Allen to represent the Republican Party and be one of the top-two in the “jungle primary,” is dividing us. Allen voters embellish Cox’s flaws, while purposely ignoring Allen’s and are creating an irreparable wedge if one of them advances. Allen’s rhetoric is also …
Do you remember when Chad Mayes and Arnold Schwarzennegger established the “New Way California” group to fundamentally change the CAGOP platform and message? “New Way California is a movement that seeks to put people above political parties and unite Californians along the common interests of individual freedom, shared responsibility, educational excellence, environmental stewardship, efficient government and an open economy,” The …
I wrote this article last year before new year’s thinking I would write about what I wanted to do, accomplish, etc. However, when Senator Tim Scott was attacked in a racist way by a liberal Huffington Post bigot, I changed it up. This bigot represented one of many reasons I knew I wasn’t a Democrat. I’m posting it here because of …
Oooohhh….Kristin Gaspar gets a big…fat…”F” from the ole’ NRA. She took a hard right turn on immigration and Trump to try to get through the primary, but her record is her record. I know for years it was just some gun guy around town who kept squawking about Gaspar and the Second Amendment. But…this is the NRA, folks. And it’s …
Q- Why are the Democrats running in 2018? A- To impeach President Trump This is an unpopular position. Over 55% of the electirate thinks this is a bad idea and only 38% wants it. The notion of impeachment is becoming so unpopular that the generic Congressional ballot flipped from D+16 in February to R+1 in May. You don’t have to …
In what is anticipated to drive major funding into Diane Harkey’s campaign coffers, House Majority Leader Kevin McCarthy has endorsed her for Congress in the throw down to replace a retiring Darrell Issa for the 49th Congressional District. Sources close to the Harkey campaign confirmed the information for SD Rostra today, although a press release was initially not anticipated until …
Press Release Chavez defends his vote to raise gas prices by up to 73 cents a gallon Says he “did it for the industries” Oceanside, CA — In a stunning admission, State Assemblyman Rocky Chavez has admitted that his vote for Governor Jerry Brown’s Cap and Trade Bill that is raising California gas prices by up to 73 cents a …
Help defend economic freedom, free enterprise and prosperity for one of San Diego’s most important business sectors: the construction industry. It’s as easy as downloading the new ABC ACTION app on your smartphone. The brand new app was developed by the Associated Builders and Contractors to give its members and supporters across the United States an easy way to stay …
Veteran and businessman Brian Wimmer has dropped out of the race for the 76th Assembly District and has endorsed Phil Graham. Wimmer made the announcement last night at the monthly meeting of the San Diego County Republican Party. The field of Republican candidates has now narrowed to five, with two Democrats remaining. “The best thing we can do for the …
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