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California recall ballots raise questions about security, privacy

By T.H. Lawrence | Sep 6, 2021

California voters will decide the fate of Gov. Gavin Newsom in a recall election set for Sept. 14, but questions have been raised about some of the mail-in ballots.

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Analyst: Governments shouldn’t try to play hero for workers

By T.H. Lawrence | Mar 2, 2021

PRI fellow Kerry Jackson said Covid-related pay hikes are the wrong move for businesses, workers

California recall spokesman: Gov. Newsom is 'in complete freak-out mode'

By T.H. Lawrence | Feb 5, 2021

Political consultant Randy Economy said it’s not a coincidence that Gov. Gavin Newsom eased COVID-19 restrictions in the state at the same time his approval ratings are cratering and a recall effort is gaining steam.

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San Diego mayor calls governor’s decision to ease COVID-19 restrictions ‘positive news’

By T.H. Lawrence | Feb 2, 2021

San Diego Mayor Todd Gloria said Gov. Gavin Newsom’s decision to ease restrictions linked to Covid-19 is good news.

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California gubernatorial recall supporters 'confident' they will oust Newsom

By T.H. Lawrence | Jan 7, 2021

Backers of the move to recall the California governor say the sixth time will be the charm.

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Sherman on time in council: 'I served my eight years. It was time to get back to the private sector'

By T.H. Lawrence | Dec 24, 2020

Scott Sherman never planned to get into politics, and is relieved to be out of it.

DeMaio: Faulconer wrong choice for Republicans in 2022

By T.H. Lawrence | Dec 14, 2020

Former San Diego Mayor Kevin Faulconer would be a disastrous choice as the Republican nominee for governor in 2022, according to a fellow San Diego politician.