New Laws In California and Our First Rostra Prediction Game of 2013

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It’s a time-honored New Year’s tradition to review all the new laws taking effect starting on January 1. So I thought I’d get a look at new laws affected Rostrafarians in California. I nearly choked on my breakfast when I looked at the number. There are 837 new laws taking effect as of today. Seriously? Our state was so far …

California – The Land of (Missed) Opportunity

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Ten years ago Apple was worth $10 billion dollars.  Today, the world’s most valuable company boasts a worth of $600 billion.  This kind of incredible growth in such a short period of time can only happen in America.  In addition, these numbers speak nothing of the revolutionary advances Apple has made to the way we do business and the improvement …

Assemblyman Jones scores with Second Amendment event in Alpine

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Over 70 residents of the 77th Assembly district attended a Second-Amendment Awareness Event hosted by Assemblyman Brian Jones on Friday, September 23, 2011 at the Lemon Grove Rod and Gun Club in Alpine. The function included approximately 25 volunteers who donated their time and expertise to instruct novice shooters about accuracy and safety. The focus of the event highlighted the …

Citizens Redistricting Commission

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Dear Community Leader: As you know, the California Redistricting Citizen Commission established by Proposition 11 is well under way.  The Commission will begin holding Public Hearings over the next 45 days in our area.  Below you will find a link to the complete schedule of upcoming hearings and locations across California.  The San Diego Hearings are scheduled for May 13th in …

ASSEMBLYMEMBERS JONES AND MANSOOR AUTHOR BILL TO STOP UNION AND CORPORATE POLITICAL INFLUENCE

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE April 5, 2011 CONTACT: Laurie Paredes (916) 319-2077 ASSEMBLYMEMBERS JONES AND MANSOOR AUTHOR BILL TO STOP UNION AND CORPORATE POLITICAL INFLUENCE Bill seeks to shift political power back to the people of California Sacramento – Assemblyman Brian Jones (Santee) and Assemblyman Allan Mansoor (Costa Mesa) have jointly authored legislation to sharply curb the influx of special interest …

Assemblyman Brian Jones on the California High Speed Rail Project

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California High Speed Rail Project: Program Deficiencies discussed at the Capitol From Examiner.com February 13th Round two of meetings with Assembly and Senate sub-committee budget meetings held this week continued to bring a spotlight on High Speed Rail (HSR) issues.  Some insightful comments were made at committee meetings last week by Senator Lowenthal, Assemblymember Diane Harkey, and newly elected Assemblymembers Brian Jones and David …

Employers exit as Sacramento fiddles

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Employers exit as Sacramento fiddles San Diego Union Tribune By Brian Jones Thursday, January 27, 2011 Earlier this month, officials in the state of Mississippi took swift action to lure a California company to the Magnolia State. Members of the Mississippi Legislature – Democrat and Republican alike – set aside partisan differences and joined together to pass a $75 million …

Assemblyman Jones Expresses Frustration with First Assembly Budget Hearing

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Assemblyman Jones Expresses Frustration with First Assembly Budget Hearing on Governor Brown’s 2011-12 Budget Plan SACRAMENTO – Assembly Budget Committee member Brian Jones, R-Santee, today expressed deep frustration with the Governor’s budget proposal, which is short on cutting the size of government and long on smoke and mirrors. “I almost want to support the governor’s proposed initiative, if for no …

ASSEMBLY MEMBER JONES NAMED DEPUTY FLOOR MANAGER

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ASSEMBLY MEMBER JONES NAMED DEPUTY FLOOR MANAGER CONTACT: Bob Giovati (916) 837-0340 December 13, 2010 SACRAMENTO – Assembly Member Brian Jones, R-Santee, today announced that he has been appointed by Assembly Republican Leader Connie Conway, of Tulare, to serve in an important leadership role as Deputy Floor Manager for the 2010-12 legislative session. “I am honored to be appointed Deputy …

My Compliments to SD Rostra

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I would like to say “Thank you” to the operators and contributors of SD Rostra. Throughout the recent election, SD Rostra became a reliable source of information and debate.  I have to admit that I had my doubts about the quality of both (information and debate) based on prior experiences with other political blogs.  SD Rostra has done a great job …

Brian Jones’ Mail in AD 77

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Click below to see four examples of the mail used by the Brian Jones campaign to win the GOP primary to succeed Joel Anderson in the conservative 77th Assembly District… Jones 1 – Conservative Track Record Jones 2 – Santee Firefighters Jones 3 – We Must Control the Border Jones 4 – Had Enough – Don’t Believe Smears Here is …

Bill Wells Endorsed by the East San Diego County Association of Realtors

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: June 3, 2010 CONTACT: Eddie Sprecco 619-889-1348 (El Cajon) In another significant show of local support, the Bill Wells Campaign today announced the endorsement of the East San Diego County Association of Realtors. The East San Diego County Association of Realtors (ESDCAR) is a professional trade association that promotes the benefits of private property rights and assists …

In her own Words… NRA member Christine Rubin on the 2nd Amendment and State law

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Here is more from Christine Rubin on the 2nd Amendment, from her own campaign website: “I support the repeal of AB 962. California should not have the right to regulate the purchase of ammunition. California also should become a “shall carry” state for law-abiding citizens to obtain a concealed weapons permit (CCW). Protection of one’s self or family should be considered “good cause”. I oppose any legislation …

Christine Rubin is Soft on Second Amendment Rights

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Second amendment rights are important.  They are important because they are rights granted to us by the Constitution,  from the very inception of our nation.  For years now liberal progressives have sought to chip away at those rights.  Christine Rubin, candidate for State Assembly in the 77th District, has recently declared publicly in the Family Values Voter Guide that she …

San Diego Minutemen Endorse Bill Wells For State Assembly

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: June 2, 2010 CONTACT: Eddie Sprecco 619-889-1348 (El Cajon) The Bill Wells for Assembly campaign today announced yet another major endorsement by a local grassroots organization.  The San Diego Minutemen have announced their backing of Conservative Republican Bill Wells in his run for the State Assembly. “Bill Wells is the only candidate in the 77th Assembly race …