The Art of the Deal – by Kim Jung Un
June 16, 2018 | No Comments
Speaking impulsively without consulting South Korea or the U.S. military, Trump handed a gift to Kim on that proverbial silver platter – an unprecedented give-away with his unilaterally deciding to end joint military exercises with South Korea.
Paul Ryan – The Statesman He Could Have Been
April 13, 2018 | No Comments
Yet after the Orlando massacre, Ryan barely addressed the attack on the LGBTQ community by a Muslim, who pledged allegiance to ISIS.
Giving Priority to Homeless with Mental and Health Conditions
March 29, 2018 | No Comments
The mentally ill and those with physical conditions should be a priority in any plan to homelessness in San Francisco.
Modest Proposals to Address Gun Violence
March 01, 2018 | No Comments
The state of our gun laws is not because of the Supreme Court’s decision in District of Columbia v. Heller that established the “right of an individual to possess a firearm unconnected with service in a militia, but rather the power of the NRA on its members, Congress, and many politicians across the country.
An Open Letter to Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School Students
February 28, 2018 | 1 Comment
Because of you, companies are already scrambling to disassociate themselves from the NRA. Best of all, it is becoming deliciously obvious with each passing day that politicians have finally – finally – met their match.
Hennessey Endorses Mirkarimi for Sheriff
May 03, 2011 | 8 Comments
Elected Sheriff of the City and County of San Francisco in 1979, Hennessey bears the distinction of being the longest tenured sheriff in the State of California, as well as holding public office in San Francisco longer than any other elected official. Hennessey, 63, is retiring in January after 32 years of public service serving alongside 5 mayors and 13 police chiefs.
Shultz and Gonzalez Exhibition
Attracts Celebrating Gonzalez Clan
May 02, 2011 | No Comments
Tom Schultz drew a bevy of beauties as always ranging from Hope Johnson to a gorgeous blonde of a certain age that’s my speed … named Leah … caught my eye from 100 paces with a snug black dress centered with a bright red leather bow/belt and cleavage to make the Grand Canyon blush. I rushed to her side and told shameless lies for an hour or more as I introduced her to more luminaries.
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Overheard in Fog City: The People Have a Candidate
May 01, 2011 | 7 Comments
The event drew as many as 100 volunteers, activists and partisans committed to electing Avalos to Room 200 in November. As much as $25 thousand has been raised since Avalos filed to run for the open seat on April 18, according to the campaign.
Reflections on the Beatification of Pope John Paul II
April 30, 2011 | 1 Comment
By rushing through the beatification of Pope John Paul II, his predecessor and friend, Pope Benedict has shown how silly the whole idea and process of ‘making saints’ is. The beatification of John Paul II makes the Church seem more and more like a good old boys’ club where connections and privilege count.
Posted in Opinion
Mayor Lee Welcomes Mozilla to San Francisco
April 21, 2011 | 5 Comments
“San Francisco offers Mozilla the ideal location for bringing together their global software development community to collaborate and innovate on big ideas,” said Mayor Lee. “Mozilla joins San Francisco’s robust and growing tech industry, and I am thrilled to welcome Mozilla to San Francisco.”
Man Dies Following Accident on Escalator
April 19, 2011 | 2 Comments
The man, aged 50, fell while traveling repeatedly up and down the escalator, San Francisco police Sgt. Michael Andraychak said. After the man fell, articles of his clothing became entangled at the base of the mechanized conveyance, a witness said. He was transported to San Francisco General Hospital where he was pronounced dead.
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Avalos Candidacy Shakes Up Mayor’s Race
April 19, 2011 | 16 Comments
Though it is early to have locked in official endorsements, Avalos said he expects to be endorsed by Assemblymember Tom Ammiano, Supervisors Eric Mar and David Campos, former Board of Supervisors President Aaron Peskin and former Supervisor Chris Daly. He also expects to garner labor union endorsements.
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