Editorial: Just Say ‘No’ to the John West Recall
Most recall efforts fizzle out because the recall organizers are tiny in number and the number of signatures needed is great. Getting on the ballot is only half the battle, … Read more
Opinion
Josephine County Ballot Measures MAY 2024: Explanations and Recommendations
17-116 – Replacement of Josephine County Charter Measure 17-116 would replace the existing Josephine County Charter with an entirely new charter. The charter language covers five full pages in the … Read more
Editorial: Paying for Progressive Dreams
Progressive politicians dream of solving social problems with new government programs. The bill for these programs must be paid regardless of whether or not the program actually solves the problem … Read more
Think Outside the Box: Air Guns Reveal Original Intent of Second Amendment
I began my college days studying engineering at the United States Naval Academy. “Plebe Summer” was brutal and full of surprises. One of them happened on the academy firing range. … Read more
Editorial: The Surprise of Christmas
When Jesus was born in Bethlehem, “Caesar is Lord” was a political reality. Caesar Augustus ruled the known world. Would this ever end? The birth of Jesus was foretold by … Read more
Think Outside the Box: Should Non-Profits Pay for Local Law Enforcement?
From a tax perspective, non-profit organizations are “tax exempt” because they don’t pay federal or state corporate income taxes. They must make a “profit” through revenues from fees, donations and … Read more
Editorial: Recall Mayor Sara Bristol
It’s being claimed that “Mayor Bristol has no power to fix the problem of homeless people living in our parks.” Really? Her influence inside city government proves otherwise and is … Read more
Editorial: Presidential Politics
Time flies in the political world. We no sooner have midterm elections when suddenly it’s time to begin the quadrennial presidential election cycle. Of course, President Joe Biden has announced … Read more
Editorial: Oregon Senators Must Stay Strong and Stay Away
Elections matter even when your side loses. In November 2022, the Republicans did not gain a majority in the Oregon Senate. By the GOP gaining just one seat, however, the … Read more
Hope and change in Josephine County, Salem and Washington, D.C.
In the political world it’s so much easier to simply “go along to get along.” Now and then a small group of politicians just say no to the status quo. … Read more