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Perusing through the political problems plaguing our Province is a powerful and practical pastime. Power can be punishing, pushing people out of positions, pretending it is perfect. Perpetrating the positions of power, piece by piece, produces a powerless public. Pungent penetration of the parameters of purposeful pronouncements, puts power in the paws of pathetic people. … Read more
Defying the law of gravity and the very purpose for their existence, Mayor Gillmor and her Council majority thumbed their collective noses at our Charter Review Committee. Our City Charter has stood the tests of assault by various political powers for decades. Thanks to a solid representation of our citizenry, the Charter Review Committee has … Read more
If you ever thought about how you could politically take over a city, how would you do it? Hmmm…well, first you would need to be elevated to a position of prominence with promises of cooperation, collaboration and creative leadership. Becoming mayor would be ideal. Next, it would be important to solidify your power base … Read more
Coming up on February 24 is one of the great events held in Santa Clara. What used to be known as “The Old Bag Lunch” was recast a few years ago as “The Classy Bag Affair.” Apparently the “Old Bag Lunch” name had such appeal, that a firm on the East Coast copywrited the name … Read more
In an abrupt, delicate, complimentary and unexpected letter, City Clerk Rod Diridon Jr., submitted his resignation as Santa Clara City Clerk Tuesday night. Diridon has been one of the brightest members of Santa Clara City staff for years. His work has been recognized by his peers from other California cities who have acknowleged him with … Read more
You remember the “famous” stadium audit Mayor Gillmor promised would show all the corruption, money laundering and skimming being conducted by the 49ers? When the audit turned out to be a bust and no evil doings could be found, she simply commented “Well, we need another audit.” You know what is said about people … Read more
You might remember the old shell game. The one where you guess which shell the pea is under. Not to be confused with the Ponzi pyramid scam that uses new money to pay down debt on prior money invested. We have a newer version of both games now being adopted by California. In turn, … Read more
Running for office is not an easy task, unless of course you run unchallenged. Council Member Dominic Caserta does not have that luxury. He is running in a field of five other candidates for County Supervisor. In June, we will be going to the polls to determine which two candidates make the November run-off. … Read more
Virtually everyone is familiar with a budget. Whether you have a detailed accounting system or rely on the back of a napkin, you have a pretty good idea of the funds that come in and the money that goes out each month. And yes, it is not uncommon for many households to have more … Read more
Everyone wants to be connected. Good connections lead to opportunity. Opportunity is created through open doors and being connected does open doors. While it is a given that knowing people is important, it is more important who knows you. Whether you own a business, work for a business, non-profit, government agency or volunteer, who you … Read more