Press Release OCEANSIDE — Assemblyman Rocky Chávez, a retired Marine Corps Colonel, today said he is entering the race to succeed Congressman Darrel Issa, who has announced his retirement. Issa has represented the 49th Congressional District since 2003, which includes portions of both San Diego and Orange Counties. “It’s time we come together and focus on progress, not partisan politics …
49th Congressional District – Overlapping AD/SD/Supe/BOE
For those wondering how certain candidates might be geographically positioned for this seat, here is a quick breakdown of overlapping districts, based on data from Political Data Inc. If the display below does not load correctly, here is a PDF. District Incumbent Voters % of CD49 SD 36 – 36TH STATE SENATE DISTRICT Sen. Pat Bates 348,847 90.04% SD 38 …
Harkey is in for Issa’s seat
by Michelle Moons at Breitbart… “California Board of Equalization Member Diane Harkey is running to replace retiring Rep. Darrell Issa (R-CA) in the U.S. House of Representatives, multiple sources confirmed to Breitbart News on Wednesday.” Read it all. Here’s all the Congressman Darrell Issa coverage.
Rocky Chavez first to make a move for Issa seat?
Take a look… Here’s all the Congressman Darrell Issa coverage.
The Issa replacement field and an Open Letter To Diane Harkey: Run For Congress
The big news in North County San Diego is that Darrell Issa won’t seek re-election: Rep. Darrell Issa, R-Ca., will not seek re-election later this year, opening up another battleground in the deep blue state as Republicans and Democrats spar for control of the House. Issa’s decision to leave Congress follows the announced retirement of Rep. Ed Royce, R-Ca., earlier …
Issa announces retirement — “Free for all” to follow? The local reaction.
“Tony K better start eating his Wheaties…” from CNBC… “Rep. Darrell Issa, R-Ca., will not seek re-election later this year, opening up another battleground in the deep blue state as Republicans and Democrats spar for control of the House. “Issa’s decision to leave Congress follows the announced retirement of Rep. Ed Royce, R-Ca., earlier this week. He announced the move …
Brian Jones Raises More than $500,000 for 38th Senate District
Former State Assemblymember and current Santee City Councilmember Brian Jones announced he has raised more than half a million dollars for his Senate campaign. In addition to his leading fundraising figures, Jones has also secured every major endorsement in the district. Jones has raised more than $519,000 for his campaign and currently holds more than $350,000 cash on hand. These …
The 2,000-year-old blog
As is my custom for more than a decade now, on this eve… And it came to pass in those days, that there went out a decree from Caesar Augustus that all the world should be taxed. And all went to be taxed, every one into his own city. And Joseph also went up from Galilee, out of the city …
In harassment case ruling, judge rejects El Cajon Councilman Kalasho’s counter lawsuit against beauty queen
Update: Friday, December 22, 2017… Today the judge affirmed yesterday’s tentative ruling reported below. The ruling is now official. San Diego Superior Judge Timothy Taylor yesterday tentatively ruled against Councilman Ben Kalasho, rejecting the lawsuit the El Cajon official filed in response to a beauty pageant winner and others suing him for harassment and defamation. The ruling is linked here. …
Ten Best Holiday Movies
Need a break from politics this Christmas? Here is an article I wrote recently for Communities Digital News 12-8-17 Looking forward to curling up around the TV with loved ones to enjoy any one of the countless holiday classics? Having trouble deciding what to watch first? Well be of good cheer and keep the faith. Your ol’ pal Bob has …
Hunter Supports Tax Reform Bill
Washington, DC — Congressman Duncan Hunter (CA-50) today voted in favor of the conference report for H.R. 1, the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act, which passed the House by a margin of 227-203. The measure marks the first major reform of the tax code in over 30 years. “This is a historic day,” said Congressman Hunter. “This vote keeps an …
Jane Fonda Donates $100K to Defeat Issa
From The Washington Free Beacon… Jane Fonda has donated $100,000 to a political group solely aimed at defeating California GOP Rep. Darrell Issa, one of the most vulnerable Republicans in the country. Fonda’s contribution amounts to nearly one-quarter of the group’s total $440,000 haul for the year. Read it all here.
SD Free Press: Time for Mickey Kasparian to go?
From the lefty Free Press… Senator Al Franken Had to Go in DC, Doesn’t Mickey Kasparian Need to Do the Same in San Diego? How many incidents of discrimination and/or sexual misconduct is too many for San Diego’s Democratic Party? Are four enough? How long will the party’s leaders continue to disparage those who defend victims in these cases in …
Are Republicans truly the Party of Freedom?
Guest Commentary by Gina Roberts
Lemon Grove City Council scraps Planning Commission … Uhhh, never mind.
Well, actually, the Lemon Grove Planning Commission was scrapped in 2015. But…now, it’s back! Photo graphic from The East County Enquirer On a new Facebook site, The East County Enquirer, the three Democrats on the City Council are being excoriated for resurrecting the planning body, just a couple of years after the prior council majority axed the commission to reduce …
HR 38 is a great start but it’s not a defense of the Second Amendment
I applaud Congressman Hudson of NC (Sponsor) and Congressmen Issa and Hunter (Co-Sponsors) for voting for HR 38 yesterday. While HR 38 is not a defense of the Second Amendment, it does let the CCW permit holders (I call them “gun club members”) carry anywhere in this country. The hitch is that they must have a statist’s permission from a …
House Passes Concealed Carry Reciprocity Act
Washington, DC — Congressman Duncan Hunter (CA-50) today proudly voted in favor of H.R. 38, the Concealed Carry Reciprocity Act of 2017, when it passed the House by a margin of 231-198. This bipartisan legislation, of which Congressman Hunter is an original cosponsor, ensures that law-abiding citizens that have obtained a state-issued concealed carry license or permit for their firearm …
Gun Owners’ Response to Times of San Diego Article about Bill Gore
(Ken Stone, Times of San Diego, originally requested a response from SDCGO and subsequently reneged on his promise to publish the response.) In reference to the article published on November 17, 2017, titled “Sheriff Gore Aims to Issue More Concealed Gun Permits in San Diego County,“ ideally a response only discusses policy, but it is necessary to correct inaccuracies in Sheriff …
Times of SD: Sheriff Gore Aims to Issue More Concealed Gun Permits in San Diego County
From an article by Ken Stone in Times of San Diego… “We’re really trying to broaden the categories and not be a stickler as far as waiting for an actual threat,” Gore said, noting the case of a female real-estate agent who once confronted him. “She said: ‘Sheriff, I’ve had a gun my entire life. I know how to shoot …
House Passes Tax Overhaul Measure
Washington, DC — Describing it as a “once-in-a-generation” opportunity, Congressman Duncan Hunter (CA-50) today voted in favor of H.R. 1, the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act, when the measure passed the House by a margin of 227-205. “This has been long overdue,” said Congressman Hunter. “I cannot think of a more important action we can take to invest in our …
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