If the Democratic National Committee continues to broadcast their convention on television, I might just vote for Trump. I never “hated” Donald J. Trump, I hate the idea of a President Trump, especially as a Republican. I don’t like that Trump fuses populist, center-left positions with the Republican Party: a federal minimum wage hike, initiating force on companies who want …
Local Gun Owners group to introduce coalition opposing new gun laws
Press Release Gun Owners PAC to introduce coalition opposing Proposition 63 and recent new gun laws A coalition formed by the San Diego County Gun Owners (SDCGO), a political action committee promoting Second Amendment rights, will hold an outdoor press conference starting promptly at 10:30 a.m., Friday, July 29, at the San Diego County Administration Building, 1600 Pacific Highway, San …
History of San Diego County property tax revenues – UPDATED
A Defense of Proposition 13 Property Tax Revenues by Richard Rider, Chairman, San Diego Tax Fighters Updated 25 July, 2016 Phone: 858-530-3027 Email: RRider92131@GMail.com Blog: www.RiderRants.BlogSpot.com When it comes to gathering sufficient property taxes, Prop 13 is no problem at all – except for profligate spenders. Look at the history of my San Diego County – a …
Sanders Sunk His Own Ship. He Can Never Be President
As if describing oneself as a “socialist” wasn’t enough of a disqualification, Vermont Senator Bernie Sanders showed us why he should never be President today. Watch this 80-second video of his address to his supporters then follow the backstory: 1- The Wikileaks of the DNC emails show that the Clinton campaign, along with its cronies at the DNC, did everything …
If Clinton Zags, She Wins POTUS
As an ideological, constitutional conservative, I was disheartened by the RNC convention but as a lifelong registered Republican, I could not be happier to see the DNC convention in disarray. The RNC featured economic protectionism, isolationism, a repeal of free trade, alienation of Judeo-Christian values, and a tiny reference to the US Constitution. Trump is zigging his way to a …
Cruz lives up to his commitment
Let’s face facts. Ted Cruz screwed up big time. When Cruz committed to support the eventual Republican nominee, that’s the only thing he said. He apparently left some things out. A big mistake. Cruz did NOT say, “I will endorse the nominee, just as long as the nominee doesn’t make disparaging comments about my wife and suggest my dad was …
Brief from the RNC — Final Day
from Louis Russo Thursday night was the wrap up. CA delegates were told the day was designed to appeal to the undecided, and the speakers and their themes reflected that. The CA delegation started the day with a speech and book signing by Congressman Darrell Issa. It was good to see him again and most were happy to do so, considering …
A new look for Rostra!
You may have noticed SD Rostra was down last night and much of today. Now, you’ll see a new site design! Rostra not only has a new look, but has gone to more robust servers, which bodes really well for the future. Yet, due to the complexities of the tech world and various difficulties with the old hosting agent, the …
Trump should thank Cruz
by Adam Abrahms For all the lemmings who are claiming Ted Cruz broke a pledge or somehow advocated voting for someone other than Donald Trump, he did neither. He did not pledge to endorse, he pledged to support the nominee. Even though the nominee attacked his wife and basically accused his father of treason, Cruz did his duty as a …
Brief from the RNC — Day 3
from Louis Russo Day three started with Ann Coulter as the speaker for the CA delegation breakfast. Her main theme was illegal immigration and the harm it is doing us. As to Hillary and the Democratic Party, “They want to make all of America California, without the nice beaches.” There was only one session today and the delegates were asked …
Any Hillary supporters care to comment?
by Michael A. Schwartz Bethlehem Shoals (Nathaniel Friedman) is a writer for GQ magazine. Pat Smith lost her son in Benghazi while he was working for the State Department under Hillary Clinton. Shoals made this comment while Pat Smith gave a speech in front of the Republican convention. There wasn’t a dry Republican eye in the house while Smith talked …
Brief from the RNC — Day 2
from Louis Russo Day two at the convention confirmed Trump as the nominee. The California delegation, at 172, constituted 1/7th of the total delegates he needed. Observations: Paul Ryan’s reception was generally polite, but cool. Most delegates are not fond of him but withheld boos, though there were a few. Boos were reserved for the Colorado delegation, who’ve managed to …
Brief from the Republican National Convention — Day 1
from Louis Russo Day one of the RNC set the tone for an exciting convention. Cruz supporters’ Hail Mary pass failed, due in large part to the stalwart stand of the California delegation. The SF Examiner called us the “back stop” for our role. To be honest, it was Kabuki Theater. Of course, reading the news reports about “chaos,” I wondered if …
No Downtown Stadium: Oppose the Chargers billion-dollar-plus tax increase
The “No Downtown Stadium – Jobs and Streets First!” effort sent letters this week to the boards of the San Diego Regional Chamber of Commerce, the Downtown Partnership and the San Diego County Taxpayers Association, outlining its position… We are leading the “No Downtown Stadium – Jobs and Streets First!” campaign, and we are writing to encourage you not to …
Can a Santee candidate win if they oppose rent control?
This isn’t click bait, it’s a serious question. In the same vein… Can we assume an endorsement from the group below means meeting a litmus test of supporting mobile home rent control? Is it possible to be a credible candidate in Santee without supporting rent control? What about a credible Republican candidate? Are any candidates opposed to rent control of …
Hunter Violates His Oath…Again
House leaders rushed through HR5602 Monday evening under suspension of the rules, thus limiting debate and amendments from being considered. H.R. 5602 violates our Fourth Amendment-secured right against unreasonable searches and seizures. With limited exception, a search or seizure is unreasonable if it occurs without probable cause and a warrant. Yet, HR5602 contains a provision that expands the Department of …
USA Today: Petco is the best ballpark in baseball
from Ted Berg in USA Today… SAN DIEGO — This place rules. I know what you’re thinking: I’m saying that because I’m here right now, enjoying myself in the beautiful Southern California sunshine for All-Star Week and falling victim to the trappings of recency bias. But in fact, I am on record naming Petco Park my favorite in all of …
Issa Questions Loretta Lynch At Hearing Over Hillary’s Email Investigation
“What do I say to the marines in my district when Hillary Clinton handles classified information in a careless way yet has no ramifications?” WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today Congressman Darrell Issa (R-Calif.) questioned Attorney General Loretta Lynch at a hearing before the House Judiciary Committee where she refused to answer even the most basic questions regarding the investigation into Hillary Clinton’s …
UPDATED 2015 FIGURES: CA per capita GDP — adjusted for COL — is worse than all but 13 states
It’s common for the remaining California boosters (almost ALL of whom are far to the left of center) to smugly assert that “If California were a country, it would have the world’s 6th largest economy.” Referencing this ranking, “Comedian” Bill Maher recently delivered this smug progressive punchline to Republicans — “Scoreboard, bitches!!” To entertain his carefully screened liberal audiences, Maher …
Times of SD: Lorena Gonzalez selects Nathan Fletcher as Veteran of the Year
Hoa Quach has the story… http://timesofsandiego.com/politics/2016/07/05/assemblywoman-names-boyfriend-veteran-year/
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