Ryan Says "No!" to 2016: The Right Thing

Congressman Paul Ryan (R-WI) House Budget Committee Chairman Paul Ryan (R-WI) announced his disinclination to running for President in 2016. As I had written four  years ago, Ryan is doing the right thing. As a failed Vice Presidential candidate in from 2012,...

Why the Left Hates (and I Like) Cory

Cory Gardner As the new Republican US Senate majority debates Keystone, one freshman deserves our attention: US Senator Cory Gardner (R-Colorado), a profile in savvy politicking, consistent campaigning, and long-standing integrity to the conservative cause. Lately,...

Bouncing Boehner Went Bust (Why?)

Like a number of conservatives, I was in full campaign mode to Bounce Boehner as House Speaker. I supported Texas Congressman Louie Gohmert at the outset, although I learned that Reps Ted Yoho and Daniel Webster of Florida threw their hats in for the nomination....

Update on SCROC: Barbara Lucky

I contacted Barbara Lucky, the Palos Verdes representative on the SCROC Board, regarding the short-term plans and the long-term fate of the occupational center: Barbara Lucky We could run the program for one more year before we have to shut down.What kind of cuts? We...

Update on SCROC: Michael Wermers

SCROC Over the past two weeks, I have been in touch with local leaders regarding the fate of SCROC. School Board member Terry Ragins has been very helpful, taking time to explain the ramifications of the state and local pressures, as well as the need for ongoing...

Tarplant Commission: Reflection

The Public forums in Torrance City Council chambers can be pretty intimidating, if not all out daunting. I had my facts, my notes, and before the Commission began, there were reams of supplemental materials. Did anyone inform me about this added information? How much...