California Focus critiques Brown era corruption probes and PUC
California Focus argues Gov. Jerry Brown avoided punishment for corruption as a Los Angeles judge unseals documents showing the California Public Utilities Commission and aides engaged in questionable actions tied to the San Onofre settlement. It highlights private law firms, undisclosed meetings in Warsaw, Poland, and ongoing investigations, criticizing unaccountability and lack of repercussions for Brown allies while calling for scrutiny by lawmakers.
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Immigration debate makes the absurd look plausible
Ruben Navarrette argues that media bias skews the Kate Steinle case against sanctuary cities. He criticizes federalism limits, ICE detainers, and political pressure on prosecutors, noting Garcia Zarate’s multiple deportations and nonviolent record. He warns immigration rhetoric distorts reality. He cites Trump era coverage and calls for factual, nonpoliticized justice.
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Its All Good Voting Values On A Thoreauvian Morning
A reflective column dated December 12 2017 links Thoreau motifs to political debate around Roy Moore and Doug Jones in Alabama. It references MeToo, Trump, Reaganomics, and the 2018 vote climate, blending personal chores with national issues and editorials from prominent figures.
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