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  • Marxism is the disease we should fear

    Julie Reeder, Publisher|Updated Jul 3, 2020

    A video interview has surfaced in the last couple weeks where one of the Black Lives Matter founders explains that she and another founder are trained Marxists. This explains a few things. Karl Marx created communism through socialism. Many, if not most, of the Black Lives Matter protests across the country are not violent. However, the ones rioting, looting, destroying peoples’ private property and businesses, and tearing down statues in the name of equality are. This is an o... Full story

  • Budget Update

    Assemblymember Marie Waldron, AD-75 R|Updated Jul 3, 2020

    When the COVID-19 pandemic struck, state revenues began to plummet, while spending on unemployment insurance and social programs increased exponentially. The result – our $21 billion surplus suddenly transformed into a $54.3 billion deficit. The budget that passed June 15 was the beginning of discussions between the governor and the Legislature over a series of trailer bills that implement the budget. Questions remained about how to maintain California’s fiscal solvency wit... Full story

  • Re: 'A call for Americans to get a backbone and stand up' [Village News, Miller Letter, 6/25/20]

    Updated Jul 3, 2020

    There are some of us who do take exception to the actions, and inactions, of our current president, an inveterate liar, small-time grifter and huckster who made it to the big time, and hypocrite. In 2016: Trump said: “"We're bringing it (the gross domestic product) from 1% up to 4%. And I actually think we can go higher than 4%. I think you can go to 5% or 6%." In 2017, Trump said: “This huge tax cut will be rocket fuel for our economy,” “it will pay for itself,” and “everybody gets a tax cut.” Except for the tax cut, the... Full story

  • Jones' measure reducing licensing burdens on Californians passed by state Senate

    Updated Jul 3, 2020

    SACRAMENTO – A measure by state Sen. Brian Jones, R-Santee, to reduce the licensing burden on working Californians was unanimously approved by the state Senate. Senate Bill 878 will ease licensing burdens for California workers who are required to be licensed by the Department of Consumer Affairs. “California has a heavily regulated and cumbersome licensing scheme that does not serve Californians well,” Jones said. “SB 878 will make the process to get licensed under DCA much smoother and more predictable for license applica... Full story

  • We all need to put our masks back on. a reply to: 'Unmask the dangers of face masks'

    Updated Jul 3, 2020

    Are masks mandated to protect us? Or is that mandate an unwarranted government intrusion? It appears that Dr. James D. Veltmeyer and I are having a debate. I wrote a letter entitled, "Virus detection and prevention" which Village News published in its April 16 issue; I took advantage of the opportunity to help Fallbrook residents reduce the transmission of COVID-19 among ourselves by explaining how wearing face masks and hand-washing, properly done, prevents infection. Was that information helpful? Two weeks after the letter... Full story

  • Re: 'A call for Americans to get a backbone and stand up' [Village News, Miller Letter, 6/25/20]

    Updated Jul 3, 2020

    My husband and I moved to Fallbrook from Virginia one and a half years ago. We have found this village to be breathtakingly beautiful. Every day we comment to each other how grateful we are to live in this lovely town. We have made many friends who have been so welcoming. After less than a year we felt that we truly were home. What we don’t understand is why one of our town’s inhabitants says so many negative things, in the Village News, about people that don’t agree with her politics. On June 18, in the Opinions secti... Full story

  • Statement on analysis of department practices

    Updated Jul 3, 2020

    As a leader in law enforcement, the San Diego County Sheriff's Department holds itself to the highest of standards when enforcing the law. In order to ensure accountability, the Sheriff's Department continually evaluates how we provide law enforcement services by analyzing our data and sharing this information with the public on our website, www.sdsheriff.net. Recent outside entity efforts to "scorecard" the Sheriff's Department on its data, conduct and policies have circulated online. Surface level review of such reports... Full story

  • Re: 'Unmask the dangers of face masks' [Village News, Veltmeyer Letter, 5/28/20]

    Updated Jul 3, 2020

    Are masks effective? Or are masks just a bother? Let’s start by acknowledging the power inherent in this popular publication – especially in what gets submitted and published in the “Opinion” section, including letters to the editor and the editorials. A letter that I wrote appeared in the April 16 edition, entitled “Virus detection and prevention.” I took advantage of the opportunity to help fellow residents reduce the transmission of COVID-19 amongst ourselves by explaining how two things: wearing face masks and hand-wa... Full story

  • Moving San Diego forward

    Supervisor Jim Desmond, 5th District|Updated Jul 3, 2020

    At the beginning of this pandemic, public health officials told us the goal. We needed to stabilize our health care system, make sure we had enough hospital beds and secure a healthy supply of medical equipment including ventilators. Thanks to our public health officials and the people of San Diego County, we have achieved our goal. Throughout our COVID-19 response, I’ve made my decisions based on facts, not media headlines. It is true, our positive COVID-19 numbers are r... Full story

  • Is widespread racial bias evident?

    Julie Reeder, Publisher|Updated Jun 25, 2020

    I feel like I always have to start by saying racism is evil. Any bias based on innate traits is inherently wrong, and I look forward to a post racial society where we can love and respect each other and treasure our differences. I also understand police aren’t perfect, and there is a lot of discussion around training, cameras, immunity, etc. I believe we will come out in a better place, but we have to be honest about some of these issues and data and not just believe e... Full story

  • Minerva Scholarship: Helping young women achieve their goals

    Assemblymember Marie Waldron, Special to Valley News|Updated Jun 25, 2020

    One of my passions in public service is encouraging young women to fulfill their life’s potential by taking full advantage of available educational opportunities. As Minority Leader and a member of the Legislative Women’s Caucus, I am happy to spread the word about the Minerva Scholarship program, established by the Women in California Leadership Foundation to educate, support and empower young women and girls. The foundation is committed to providing select young women of goo... Full story

  • Re: 'A call for Americans to get a backbone and stand up' [Village News, Wilson Letter, 6/18/20]

    Updated Jun 25, 2020

    Why is it that we can't have a debate of issues without the personal attacks? Because that is who you are and what the left does. There is no tolerance of anything outside their point of view. I try to speak in generalities with issues the left has but am always personally named in their rebuttal letters. Again, read Saul Alinsky’s, “Handbook for Radicals,” it’s their bible. Read The Washington Post’s Jan. 20, 2017, Inauguration Day article titled “The Campaign to Impeach Trump Has Begun.” Your multimillion-dollar waste of ti... Full story

  • The value of friends and family

    Updated Jun 25, 2020

    It's hard to put a value on friends, until you've had them for a while. I've heard people say that if you can count your friends on one hand, consider yourself lucky! It's important to have friends, just as it is important to have family. In fact, if you can have both friends and family, I think you have it made. With all of the recent events going on in the world, I find myself checking in with my friends and family, a little more frequently than usual. Although I am not one to worry usually, I feel more concerned about...

  • Judicial Watch makes statement on Supreme Court Ruling regarding sex discrimination

    Updated Jun 25, 2020

    WASHINGTON – Judicial Watch president Tom Fitton made the following statement about the Monday, June 15, decision by the United States Supreme Court regarding sex discrimination: “The Supreme Court undermined the rule of law today. In expanding the ban of sex discrimination in the Civil Rights Act of 1964 to include sexual orientation and gender identity, the court engaged in an abuse of power by legislating from the bench. “There has been a yearslong battle by left to change federal law to bar discrimination based on sexual... Full story

  • The latest openings in San Diego County

    Supervisor Jim Desmond, 5th District|Updated Jun 25, 2020

    We continue to make progress in reopening San Diego County, while also keeping our communities safe. The latest openings include, nail salons, facial salons, estheticians, skin care, cosmetology, massages, tattoo and piercing parlors and other personal services. Wedding ceremonies that follow the religious services guidance are also allowed. We continue to increase our testing capacity in San Diego County, with over 4,000 San Diegans tested every day. The rate continues to rem... Full story

  • All lives matter

    Updated Jun 25, 2020

    I am writing about the George Floyd protest outbreak. I am concerned about all of our brothers and sisters, no matter their color… Jesus loves all his children, did we forget that? Floyd has gotten enough recognition, not to mention four services and all the rioting and looting, also the chance of a second coronavirus outbreak. We all need to say out loud that all lives matter, so let’s stop now with the Floyd protests and realize white people matter and brown people matter. Why do the black people want to kill more bro... Full story

  • Kicking It in Wasilla, Alaska

    Elizabeth Youngman Westphal, Special to The Village News|Updated Jun 25, 2020

    Have you noticed there are people who actually walk on purpose as part of their exercise regimen? I have witnessed it. They hike, jog and run. It makes me wonder why? OK, I get it, it is a form of exercise. But… I get it walking, jogging and running are in fashion again since the gyms are closed. There are few options left. But of them, these options would be my least favorite. After all with 75-year old knees – even while viewing my last X-ray and I quote, “you have beaut... Full story

  • What is wrong with Eric Garcetti?

    Updated Jun 23, 2020

    I watched the news coverage of the protests in Los Angeles with horror as one business after another was looted and set on fire. The news reporters watching all of this kept asking, “Where are the police? Where are the police?” Hundreds of black-owned businesses were being totally destroyed before their eyes. Now Eric Garcetti, mayor of Los Angeles, wants to partially defund the police department? Pure idiocy! Randy Jones... Full story

  • Employment department needs help

    Assemblymember Marie Waldron, Special to Valley News|Updated Jun 18, 2020

    In March, our economy slammed on the brakes and thousands were thrown out of work. Millions filed for unemployment insurance. The Employment Development Department, known as EDD, has processed $26 billion in benefits over 12 weeks, versus $22 billion during the entire recession of 2008. It amounts to 14% of all claims filed nationally. Even so, many unemployed workers have run into problems that have delayed payments for weeks or even months. The deluge of claims overwhelmed... Full story

  • Re: 'Unmask the dangers of face masks' [Village News, Letter, 5/28/20]

    Updated Jun 18, 2020

    Dr. James Veltmeyer’s article slamming face masks made me wonder why he chose to politicize the issue, when the American Colleges of Physicians and Surgeons long ago determined the benefits of using face coverings outweigh the risks. Karen Swanson... Full story

  • The badge represents thousands of good men and women

    Updated Jun 18, 2020

    The discouragement on my son’s face yesterday brought me to tears. The career he has been so proud to be part of he now feels like no one cares, he’s not just unwanted or unappreciated, but hated. He blocked roads for two nights so that protesters could march safely. He was still cussed at and disrespected, yet he is doing his job making sure everyone is protected. He and his brothers and sisters of blue have been defunded and hated for a few horrible officers who now seem to represent them all. We need to back the badge as... Full story

  • To the graduates of 2020

    Updated Jun 18, 2020

    We are proud of you, and so should you be of yourselves. High school graduation reflects your accomplishment following 12 years of hard work, perseverance, as well as overcoming many challenges, and at times setbacks, as none of us are able to display strengths in every academic arena. Equally, there have been joys in friendships and, at times, disappointments in this important aspect of your educational experience. And some may have had additional challenges and burdens as well to overcome – whether it be financial h... Full story

  • Dear Ms Reeder

    Updated Jun 18, 2020

    As a subscriber of the Village News for years I am extremely pleased with the direction you have taken this paper. I started taking the Village News for local updates and the Sheriff’s Log. But since the move into a more widely encompassing platform, I am thrilled with the balance of local, state and national news. I find it to be fair and balanced, a refresher from years of the brutal, extremely left leaning Union Tribune which I finally canceled. Thanks for introducing me to the Epoch Times. I find it to be a much better s... Full story

  • Making more progress

    Supervisor Jim Desmond, 5th District|Updated Jun 18, 2020

    Last week, I took a tour of Fit Athletic and Gym, which is the largest privately owned gym in San Diego. Fit opened their doors for the first time in 90 days June 15. While it’s long overdue, I’m glad to see Fit and other local businesses are finally reopening. I want to tell all the business owners, all the employees and everyone who’s struggled over the last three months, thank you. Thank you for being patient, thank you for submitting safety business proposals and thank... Full story

  • Re: 'White privilege under scrutiny' [Village News, Letter, 6/11, 20]

    Updated Jun 18, 2020

    Thank you, Julie for such a well-researched opinion article. There are several prominent black men who agree, but the MSN does everything they can to suppress their common sense views. Keep up the good work, never kneel or apologize for an opinion that may not be popular at the moment. James Boyd... Full story

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