Investigating possible fraud and corruption is the best medicine for unity
This week as I watched a news conference from five high-powered attorneys who argued that they have proof of widespread election tampering, I wasn’t...
What does America stand for anyway?
It’s getting blurry, isn’t it?The most marketed to society in the history of the planet is getting a steady dose so murky and laced...
Economic conditions preclude good alternatives for children
In 1993, a cartoon appeared in Numismatic News, a weekly publication for coin collectors. The Sept. 28, 1993, cartoon showed three people: a boy carrying...
Does California owe you money?
Assemblymember Marie Waldron
Special to Valley NewsThe state could owe you money. The holiday season is fast approaching and many are suffering from severe economic...
The problem with conspiracy theories and our democracy
Here’s the problem I have with conspiracists. First, it’s a lazy grasp at intelligence. Second, personal accountability doesn’t exist for the conspiracist.Accountability. There’s that...
World Series ratings should send message about support of towns
Major League Baseball executives and other decision-making personnel will need to conduct an honest assessment of why the television ratings for this year’s World...
New Legislative session to begin
Assemblymember Marie WaldronSpecial to ValleyThe Legislature will open Dec. 7, with the swearing in of all members and start the 2021-2022 session. Though a...
In America, we have the rule of law
It is a confusing time politically. I think it is compounded by being in the middle of pandemic restrictions. It’s a good thing we...
A picture is worth a thousand words
This week our American system of checks and balances is working the way it is supposed to, and legal challenges, whistleblowers, etc. are having...
Coping with stress
Assemblymember Marie WaldronSpecial to Valley News2020 has been a tough year for everyone. The ongoing COVID-19 pandemic has resulted in business shutdowns, growing unemployment...