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Editorial: To Speaker Boehner and the Republican Steering Committee
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Editorial: To Speaker Boehner and the Republican Steering Committee

Congressman Jerry Lewis has had a change of heart.  Well no, he has not, really.  He is hearing that he may not be a shoo-in for the chairman of the House Appropriations Committee like he thought.  So it seems to be time for damage control and spin.  And spin it is. According to a story in yesterday’s Press Enterprise: Ratcheting up his calls for reduced spending — and his bid for a key position in the next Congress — Inland Rep. Jerry Lewis introduced legislation Monday that would return all yet-to-be obligated federal stimulus money to the U.S. Treasury. So how much stimulus money would this affect?  About $12 billion of the $787 billion, a drop in the bucket in comparison to the federal budget.  It is not that we don’t appreciate every effort, we simply don’t appreciate opportunistic behavior by our congressman. As recently as last week, while appearing at the new county government center in Hesperia, California, which was named after him, Congressman Lewis defended earmarks, better known as pork barrel spending.  Earmarks, which Lewis refers to as a “direct form of democracy,” will far exceed $12 billion. After Lewis became the chairman of the House Appropriations Committee . . .

Will National Republicans Promote A Failure?
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Will National Republicans Promote A Failure?

Members of the Republican National Committee have a lot on their plates in the early part of next year when the membership reconvenes for its biannual reorganization. Chief among the RNC’s concerns—and what will likely remain at the forefront of media focus—is whether incumbent chair Michael Steele will remain in his perch. Steele’s numerous critics have lambasted the national party chief for overseeing party spending at a lesbian-themed bondage club in West Hollywood and a . . .

Editorial: BOS Should Postpone CAO/CEO Board Item to Allow Imput from Rutherford
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Editorial: BOS Should Postpone CAO/CEO Board Item to Allow Imput from Rutherford

The San Bernardino County Board of Supervisors is playing fast and loose with the rules once again.  And this time around it seems they may very well be in such a hurry so to prevent newcomer Supervisor-elect Janice Rutherford, who ran on a platform of ethics reform, from providing her input into a law that will affect her ability to serve her constituents  for her entire term of office and keeping her promises to voters. . . .

Election 2010: Winners and Losers
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Election 2010: Winners and Losers

Involvement in politics, whether as a candidate, volunteer, staffer, or contributor, is not for the faint of heart. November 2, 2010 saw many winners and losers and some of the biggest losers were not even running for office. By now almost all of the races have been decided statewide.  We thought we would take a moment to discuss a few of the biggest winners and losers in San Bernardino County. Winners: Janice Rutherford—Supervisor-elect Janice Rutherford . . .

BOS Attempts to Circumvent Will of the People
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BOS Attempts to Circumvent Will of the People

The San Bernardino County Board of Supervisors is set on Tuesday for the first reading of an ordinance to make a de facto amendment to the Charter of the County of San Bernardino.  The Charter of the County of San Bernardino is the county equivalent of the Constitution of the United States and the Constitution of California, both of which were adopted through a vote of the people.  As such, the law is very specific . . .

Editorial: Sen. Dutton Cuts Political Deal with Biane
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Editorial: Sen. Dutton Cuts Political Deal with Biane

Last week’s revelation that Ted Dutton, father of California State Senator Robert Dutton, was one of the  major donors behind Citizens Against Corruption Opposing Rutherford for Supervisor 2010 was barely noticed.  It’s significance is great however. Senator Robert Dutton has not tried to hide his desire to be elected to the San Bernardino County Board of Supervisors at some point in the future.  Who would not with the generous salary, benefits, and pension plan? Sources . . .

SBGrapevine Proposition Voting Guide
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SBGrapevine Proposition Voting Guide

On November 2, 2010, California voters will not only be casting a ballot in important races such as such as for governor and United States senator, but also must decide on nine propositions ranging from the legalization of Marijuana to redistricting.  Ballot measures can be confusing, especially with the tactics used by special interests to influence voters.  Yes becomes no and no becomes yes. SBGrapevine would like for you to consider the following when making . . .

Assemblyman Curt Hagman: Freshman Success
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Assemblyman Curt Hagman: Freshman Success

Assemblyman Curt Hagman is expected to easily win election to his second term on November 2.  After all, he enjoys a safe Republican seat.  But that doesn’t mean he took it easy in his first two years as an assemblyman representing the 60th Assembly district.  Rather he is known as a hard worker, but more importantly, as a solid Republican and a consensus builder who can communicate with Republicans and Democrats alike. Hagman was rewarded . . .

Editorial: Biane clearly lied to Daily Bulletin reporter; time for him to go
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Editorial: Biane clearly lied to Daily Bulletin reporter; time for him to go

“Oh what a tangled web we weave, When first we practice to deceive.”  San Bernardino County Supervisor Paul Biane forgot these wise words from Sir Walter Scott.  Biane, who has been caught up in yet another scandal, has indeed created a tangled web for himself on the eve of an election where he is battling for his political life. Biane plead guilty to reckless driving in 2006 after being arrested for driving under the influence . . .

Editorial: Time for the Board of Supervisors to Initiate an Investigation of Supervisor Biane
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Editorial: Time for the Board of Supervisors to Initiate an Investigation of Supervisor Biane

As details of San Bernardino County Supervisor Paul Biane’s run-in with the law while attending a football game in Indiana come to light, it is becoming apparent a cover-up took place.   For five long years Biane hid his dirty little secret from his colleagues and his constituents.  With the four remaining supervisors each affirming their dedication to transparency, initiating an investigation into Biane’s misdeeds  is the right thing to do. Two years ago county . . .

Editorial: Paul Biane: A Stain on San Bernardino County
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Editorial: Paul Biane: A Stain on San Bernardino County

San Bernardino County Second District Supervisor Paul Biane fancies himself to be a crime fighter.  Just ask him.  Or better yet, check out his campaign mailers where he takes credit for exposing the current corruption scandal.  He seems to forget he is named as John Doe No. 5 in the scandal he is claiming responsibility for uncovering.  In other words, he exposed his own wrongdoing.  And in his mind that means he should be re-elected . . .

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