If you know the truth, the truth will set you free. The big word here is “if.” Have you noticed there are some folks who have little regard for truth? There are rumor mongers galore that can hardly wait to blow their trumpet of truth out on Facebook, Nextdoor, or some homemade blog. The juicier … Read more
The political death of Dominic Caserta has been reported with precision, passion and prolific phrasing. We have not come to praise Caserta, but to bury him. There was no escape from the avalanche of angry victims who sought retribution and only wished for the wrongs to be made right. Every person who listened to the … Read more
City Council leadership of Santa Clara is chipping away the financial foundations of our City. The actions of a corrupt and cunning cast of misfits is costing our City the much sought-after prize of…solvency! With the appointment of Lisa Gillmor as Mayor and the departure of our cash creator and project visionary, City Manager Julio … Read more
In what would be called in the NFL, un-sportsman like conduct, our Santa Clara City Council has so far declined to partner with the 49ers Management Company. The City of Santa Clara has initially said “No” to any financial participation in the National College Football Championship Game. With 15 cities bidding for the platinum bowl … Read more
Fake news is cheap and in abundant supply. The internet has created a haven for the sensational, insensitive wild claims, half-truths, exaggerations, rumors, accusations and yellow journalism. This year, being an election year, we expect there will be a proliferation of illicit rumors, attacks and gossip. Fake news will be directed at candidates, this … Read more
Fool me once shame on you… An old saying that proves true today. Perhaps more so than any time in recent memory. Santa Clara residents are not immune. If you have followed this column for the past year or so, you have come to expect a few points of lucidity. The Screen Actors Guild would … Read more
Santa Clara needs a new CEO…aka Mayor. In a Valley that leads the world with innovation, brilliant CEO’s are at the forefront. Their vision opens doors for collaborative creativity, ingenious ideas and brilliant teamwork. Lacking in our City is a CEO who has collaborative vision and the gift of leadership. This was best demonstrated at … Read more
Dominic Caserta is running for Santa Clara County Supervisor to replace Ken Yeager, who is retiring. To most of us, this is not news or a big surprise. Perhaps the biggest surprise is really two items. One: that so many candidates jumped into the Supervisor’s race. Two: with all that competition Dominic Caserta is still … Read more
Santa Clara is fortunate to have Annette Manhart as Manager of our Convention and Visitors Bureau. Petite, feisty and charming all in the same package, describes this lady dynamo. It would just seem that such a talent would be more prominent in our City. Her small office and staff of 13 people, which is managed … Read more
According to most indicators, America is experiencing an economic boom. This is very good news for every sector of business, industry, state government and municipalities. Economic activity and growth has proven to be the lifeline for citizens seeking a better standard of living. A better economy makes for better jobs, higher pay and the … Read more