There are discussions taking place right now in Sacramento about how the state is going to pay for infrastructure investment. Assembly Republicans have all come together, unified behind the idea that California does not have an income shortage – but a spending problem. Golden State taxpayers already pay enough to have a lean, effective state government AND a healthy investment of current general fund dollars into basic infrasctructure investment. Assemblyman Bob Huff, a fine conservative, makes the case for pay-as-you-go in this outstanding column, and after reading it, you will agree that any responsible infrastructure plan should have this kind of component…

The governor, the Senate and the Assembly are all talking about fixing infrastructure. This is… Read More

Former Yugoslav President and war criminal Slobodan Milosevic has died.

That means career public defender and Democrat Teresa Snodgrass-Bennett — recently appointed to the San Bernardino County Superior Court by Governor Schwarzenegger — will never have the opportunity to defend him at the International Court of Justice in The Hague.

You see, according to her bio, Ms. Snodgrass-Bennett takes particularly pride in being qualified to defend war criminals:

I’m curious how Judge Snodgrass would have defended Milosevic. Last Year, she claimed that her client,… Read More

This is the first post that I’ve made up…I copped out and did a google looking for a song title that said what I wanted to say about my friend Roy Ashburn and his decision not to seek a… Read More

This just came across my e-mail from the Howard Jarvis Taxpayers Association – all FR readers should know that this group is the single most effective organization watching out for the rights of taxpayers in Sacramento. A ‘must read’ memo… (if you want to get their e-mails, subscribe here…) FROM THE HOWARD JARVIS TAXPAYERS ASSOCIATION EMERGENCY NOTICE!!! BOND DEAL CHOCK FULL OF PORK!!! PLEASE CONTACT YOUR LEGISLATOR!!! … Read More

In a previous commentary, I went into a lot of detail about unprecedented growth that we have seen in the size and scope of the federal government SINCE Republicans recaptured control of Congress in 1994 — SINCE we replaced Bill Clinton with George W. Bush. The article I have chosen to highlight as the main link on today’s issue of the FlashReport is from the San Francisco Chronicle, and it is titled, "GOP is in a ‘deep funk’ over Bush spending" – and the article is definitely worth a read. A lot of times, I toss away articles from the main stream media (MSM) that try to tell a story of Republicans upset with Republicans, taking it as yet another opportunity for those in the media to divide Republicans. But this article is on point. I know that Republicans are upset and frustrated about ‘comfort’ and ‘enthusiasm’ that our GOP leaders seem to have… Read More

In a previous commentary, I went into a lot of detail about unprecedented growth that we have seen in the size and scope of the federal government SINCE Republicans recaptured control of Congress in 1994 — SINCE we replaced Bill Clinton with George W. Bush. The article I have chosen to highlight as the main link on today’s issue of the FlashReport is from the San Francisco Chronicle, and it is titled, "GOP is in a ‘deep funk’ over Bush spending" – and the article is definitely worth a read. A lot of times, I toss away articles from the main stream media (MSM) that try to tell a story of Republicans upset with Republicans, taking it as yet another opportunity for those in the media to divide Republicans. But this article is on point. I know that Republicans are upset and frustrated about ‘comfort’ and ‘enthusiasm’ that our GOP leaders seem to have in… Read More

Update on erstwhile Mayoral Candidate Donna Frye….

Don’t even ask how I came across this one. Chalk it up to a good stable of tidbit senders. Apparently, SD Councilmember Donna Frye, once a surf shop owner but famous in recent years for one near-successful run at the mayor’s seat, is teaching a class for the Learning Annex.

You can sign up for "How to Be an Ethical, Successful Leader with Councilmember Donna Frye" online. For a mere $19.99:

You want fame and fortune… but you also want to be able to look at yourself in the mirror. Take heart. You don’t have to sell your soul to succeed.

Donna Frye will show you how, holding onto your true sense of self and standing up for what you truly believe and feel will greatly increase your chances of succeeding.

In this insightful and empowering evening, Donna Frye will reveal practical, time-tested insights you can use to develop your own leadership skills.… Read More

Most people have focused on Ventura County , because of the idiocy of Elton Gallegly and the primary challenge from Liberal Republican Bob Larkin. Many have over looked the challenge to Sharon Runner from Liberal Republican Jim Ledford who has served as Mayor of Palmdale for like 30 years. No love lost between the Runners and Ledford. See the story here.Assembly Caucus resources will be diverted to help incumbents being challenged. One other thing. Does anyone see the irony that Liberal Republicans that preach we need more women candidates are running males against two women candidates? I guess their sin was their conservatisim.… Read More