Déjà vu in California governor race echoes past stunt
A familiar scene in Santa Clara unfolds as GOP challenger William Simon Jr. targets Gov. Gray Davis over fund raising, citing a $10 billion high speed rail bond. The late September standoff mirrors Jesse Unruh’s 1970 bid against Reagan, with more talk of pay to play and brokered influence in state politics.
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California focus on money shaping politics and debates
The piece compares California campaigns to past national battles, noting campaign cash from donors influences state policy and appointments. It highlights Reagan era influence, Davis governance, and a modern race where Simon stages a third party debate to drain votes, while parties swap critiques of fundraising and media access.
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University of California Board of Regents
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George Deukmejian
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From a Dream to a 4000 Member Sumner Church
A pastor recalls starting in a tiny congregation and renting a Veteran's Hall. After challenges, the Presbyterians sold a large building for 30 000 dollars with classrooms and an auditorium. The church moved to Arizona, then grew to 60s, and today Sumner Church has 4000 members through faith and persistence. The speaker credits divine guidance and personal advocacy for the vision.
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