Cruel and Vindictive are not Requirements for Being Politically Incorrect

January 09, 2016 | No Comments

I’m a big fan of candidates telling hard truths to a public who really would prefer not to hear them. Besides being refreshing, you get the unfamiliar sensation that your intelligence is not being insulted with platitudes and pre-packaged sound bites

Posted in Opinion, Politics

In wake of Mario Woods’ Killing, should SFPD be authorized to use Tasers?

December 17, 2015 | 4 Comments

In the aftermath of the killing of Mario Woods by five San Francisco police officers, San Francisco Police Chief Greg Suhr has again asked lawmakers to authorize police officers to use Tasers.

Posted in Crime, Law, Opinion, Politics

Gun Violence, as American as Apple Pie

December 06, 2015 | No Comments

Americans love their guns. In fact, in many states it is legal to carry a concealed weapon on private property, including places of work and worship.

Thoughts on the Paris Attacks

November 17, 2015 | No Comments

France and the free world is in mourning following the horrible Paris massacre on November 13 by at least seven gunmen, killing 129 and wounding another 352, 99 critically.

Posted in Opinion, War

Finally – The 99% Are Not Going To Take It Anymore

November 14, 2015 | 3 Comments

Million Student March is demanding free tuition at public universities, the cancellation of all student debt, and a $15 minimum wage for all campus workers.

Posted in Education, Opinion

Closing Guantánamo

November 09, 2015 | No Comments

The Senate Torture report confirms that Guantánamo was a place of torture and indefinite detention, and continues to be an international embarrassment.

Posted in Law, Opinion, Politics, War

San Francisco Implements Laura’s Law

November 02, 2015 | No Comments

People with psychotic disorders who received court-ordered treatment for 180 days had significantly better outcomes than those who were given either intensive treatment alone, or a court order alone.