Tag: opinion
Political retribution masquerading as coastal protection
The California Coastal Commission’s (CCC) recent actions against Elon Musk's SpaceX follow a disturbing trend of political retribution in government, resembling what we’ve seen...
Imagine a day without water: The lifeblood of public health and safety in the...
On Oct. 11, Elsinore Valley Municipal Water District (EVMWD) recognizes Imagine a Day Without Water – a day to help us reflect on the...
Even transit funding is misspent
The debate about using transportation funding for roads or for transit should also include whether the funding is spent well or misspent.Transit funding should...
FEMA is insolvent and hurricane survivors help each other
Breaking news surrounding Hurricane Helene has sparked widespread controversy, with polarizing rumors and unsettling facts dominating the internet and airwaves. Questions have arisen about...
The ‘Pact for the Future’ adopted by every country during UN Assembly
The United Nations’ adopted "Pact for the Future" last week, which is drawing significant backlash, particularly from U.S. lawmakers and state leaders who are...
Money for anti-speeding commercials better used to create speeding‑reducing road gaps
Many radio stations are airing National Highway Traffic Safety Administration commercials warning drivers against speeding. The commercials state that speeding by small amounts is...
Thank you, Mark Zuckerberg: A victory for free speech
Dear Mr. Zuckerberg,
In a time when the boundaries between governmental influence and corporate responsibility seem to blur into collaboration, often to the public's detriment,...
We are blessed with law enforcement and fire services
Listening to the San Diego and Riverside County scanners highlights the sheer volume and variety of calls first responders handle daily. From medical emergencies...
Buca di Beppo bankruptcy shows need to advertise
The restaurant chain Buca di Beppo has closed 12 restaurants and declared bankruptcy. This should teach all other restaurants, chain or personally-owned, about the...
A Flawed Approach: The Illusion of Accountability in Sacramento
Governor Newsom’s recent legislative package to combat retail crime is a mere Hail Mary attempt, masking a history of poor leadership and misguided policies...