Candidates should be debating each other

Despite a few stumbles, Meg Whitman has run an effective campaign for the Republican gubernatorial nomination. She scared off one opponent and is crushing her remaining rival in the polls to the point that he's complained to the FBI about her tactics

No shame in Gilmore cutting his losses early

There were many things that helped Assembly Member Danny Gilmore, R-Hanford, decide he wasn't cut out for the petty world of the California Legislature.

Valley money flows east to Tark

Over in Nevada, Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid is taking on the appearance of one of those gamblers at a casino roulette table. His pile of chips is getting smaller the longer he plays the game. The chances of Reid winning re-election have gone from a

Race heats up for seat in 19th District

As soon as Rep. George Radanovich said he wasn't running for re-election, the low-profile 19th Congressional District in the San Joaquin Valley quickly became a battleground for a big Republican fight.

It's time again for annual Jimbos

It's time to hand out my annual Jimbo awards, and the inept California Legislature gets recognized once more for continuing to push the state toward bankruptcy.

Mayor can't drop ball on jobs or budget

When Ashley Swearengin was sworn in as Fresno's mayor in January, her agenda was packed with ways she intended to make the city better. But as the economy worsened, her first year as mayor turned into trying to keep the city afloat financially.

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