If you missed the fun a couple of months back, Assemblyman Matthew Harper had his microphone removed by Assemblyman and Labor Committee Chair Roger Hernández during a heated exchange on some now forgotten bill (yes, we remember the incidents, we don’t always remember the legislation). Although Hernández subsequently expressed regret over his heavy-handedness, that isn’t keeping Harper from having some …
Some political news and discussion you may have missed…
…over the holiday weekend: Pete Wilson campaigns for stepson Phil Graham says he has never traded on the well-known name of his stepdad, two-time California Gov. Pete Wilson. In fact, many with whom he has interacted have had no idea they are related. Now, however, Graham is grateful for the strong support of the former San Diego mayor and U.S. …
Notice all the mega-hurricanes since Katrina? Me neither. MSM mum on their 2005 doomsday projections.
Evidence of the liberal bias of MSM is overwhelming. But sometimes the best examples is what these networks and newspapers DON’T report. Consider this example. The media gave the 10th anniversary of Hurricane Katrina extensive play last month. Naturally there was heavy emphasis on the failure of FEMA, with a generous amount of blame dumped on hapless George Bush (none …
Labor Day meme: True or not? Please discuss.
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How to interpret the pledge of Donald Trump
Originally published by Communities Digital News SAN DIEGO, September 4, 2015 —So he finally did it: Donald Trump made the pledge that establishment Republicans have been salivating over. He finally promised that he would not run a third party campaign should he lose the Republican nomination. That was important inasmuch as a third party race would split the conservative (or …
Measure to Support “Made in America” Labeling Signed by Governor Brown
SACRAMENTO, CA – Legislation to allow manufacturers to label their products “Made in America” if no more than 10% of the final product is made outside of the United States was signed into law by Governor Brown. Senate Bill 633, authored by Senator Hill (D-San Mateo/Santa Clara Counties) and Assemblyman Jones (R-Santee), changes California’s 100% “Made in America” labeling standard …
Poway city council enacts overreaching ordinance on personal use of drones
Guest Commentary by Steve Sarviel Last night, the City of Poway passed a far (over)reaching “temporary” ordinance which in effect makes it illegal for most Poway residents to play with a toy helicopter or drone in the safety of their own driveway or back yard AT ANY TIME. By the city attorney’s own admission, they didn’t spend adequate time drafting …
Support State Senate Bill 417, requiring local law enforcement to work with the feds on “immigration holds”
California Senate Bill 417 would require law enforcement officials to cooperate with federal immigration officials by detaining an individual on the basis of an immigration hold, with certain limitations, when that person has been convicted of a serious or violent felony. It makes sense. We will hear that it will break up families. Maybe so, but have we forgotten about …
If “anti-tax” groups supposedly want zero taxes, don’t tax increase groups want 100% taxes?
In America, we have a double standard when it comes to tax issue groups. The press and the Left labels any group that opposes tax increases as “anti-tax.” Yet I’ve NEVER heard the left wing groups pushing higher taxes defined as “pro-tax.” Why is that? Okay, okay — the Left controls the MSM and academia — we all get that. …
The Many Hands of Donald Trump
Originally published by Communities Digital News SAN DIEGO, August 31, 2015 — OK. The unavoidable has arrived. Time for this columnist to finally write something about Donald Trump’s 2016 ambitions. Bottom line: The guy gets a mixed review. Obviously he’s refreshing. He doesn’t sound like a politician. On the other hand: Just because he doesn’t sound like a politician, that …
Encinitas Mayor Kristin Gaspar Announces Candidacy for Board of Supervisors
PRESS RELEASE A small business owner and local government leader who can restore trust to the office (Encinitas, Calif.) – Kristin Gaspar, Mayor of Encinitas and a successful small businesswoman, has announced her candidacy for the San Diego County Board of Supervisors for the 3rdDistrict, currently represented by embattled Supervisor Dave Roberts. Gaspar, who is chief financial officer of Gaspar …
Don’t Be Fooled
Chocolate and vanilla ice cream are not opposites. Both are made of milk and cream. I don’t think Obama and Trump are opposites. As far as I can see their supporters are nearly the same. Both have surpassed Jefferson and Madison. Both are too wise for constitutionally limited government and individual freedom. Both believe the problem facing America is who is running …
2016 Election Ushers in Balkanization As A Campaign Strategy
Politicians have been bashing one another since the founding of the Republic. John Adams called Thomas Jefferson a “weakling, ‘son of a squaw’ and libertine,” while Jefferson called Adams a “hermaphrodite, fool, and tyrant.” While slamming the other fellow has been fair game in politics, it is generally believed that politicians should do their best to not slur the voters. …
State Senate bill on “clean air, clean energy, and climate” not good for California
When the government knocks at your door and says, “We’re here to help,” it’s rarely true. Like so many bills, California Senate Bill 350 has good intentions. It wants to “improve public health by setting new standards for California’s Renewable Portfolio Standard, reducing petroleum use, and increasing energy efficiency in existing buildings.” The bill also promises to “Create jobs, grow …
Here’s a big hidden cost cranked into every Californian’s water bill — totally ignored
Buried in our California water bills are the inflated salaries and benefits of our public water works “public servants.” The examples in the article below are instructive — and not that unusual. It includes a chart that compares the pay of water department employees with the average pay for such work. BTW, included in that average are our government workers, …
Give Away Qualcomm / Jack Murphy Stadium
This past weekend, Mayor Faulconer laid out why taxpayers should support a proposal for the Qualcomm / Jack Murphy Stadium rehab deal to retain the Chargers, The Mayor argued for the proposed deal for these reasons: 1- The 90’s deal was a bad one which taxpayers still have to pay. 2- This deal will attract $750MM in private capital. 3- …
The Sign of the Beast?
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Trump’s abuse of eminent domain
I finally figured out why so many Republicans and tea party types are in support of Donald Trump. It’s because they’re fools. From The Washington Post: “David Boaz of the Cato Institute has an excellent article summarizing Donald Trump’s shameful history of promoting eminent domain abuse for the purpose of seizing property from homeowners and businesses who refuse to sell to him.” …
Premature for California to Plan for Cannabis Banking
This op-ed originally appeared in the Orange County Register With all the financial challenges impacting our global economy, many are planning for the next economic slowdown. Not to be undone, Sacramento is focused on creating a new economy and “cash crop” for the Golden State. Ready to place an initiative on the 2016 ballot, high-ranking elected state officials and other promoters …
White House, State of CA government email domains in the Ashley Madison data dump
It’s not only City of San Diego, County of San Diego, State Senate and other area email domains included in the data breach of online “arrange an affair” website Ashley Madison. Here are the number of accounts attributed to email domains for a couple of other government entities. whitehouse.gov – 44 Who in the White House would actually register a …
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