Op-ed: Stop the Golden Pacific Powerlink before it’s too late
I do not support the Golden Pacific Powerlink, and I will do everything in my power to stop it. Earlier this year, the state announced...
Jim Desmond
Commentary: Fighting for a San Diego where families can thrive
I wanted to update you on several efforts I’m pushing at the San Diego County Board of Supervisors — efforts rooted in a simple belief:...
Commentary: San Diego County shouldn’t be a testing ground for violent offenders
For years, I’ve been sounding the alarm about a deeply dangerous policy: the State’s practice of releasing Sexually Violent Predators — the most violent, high-risk...
Commentary: Restoring trust in homelessness spending
For years, San Diego County residents have watched homelessness grow despite billions of dollars flowing into programs that promised change. People are suffering on our...
Op-Ed: Efficient spent nuclear fuel solutions an overdue win for taxpayers
You’d be hard-pressed to find a Southern Californian who doesn’t know the San Onofre Nuclear Generating Station (SONGS). It’s a landmark we’ve all seen driving...
Commentary: Putting community safety first
DISCLAIMER: The views expressed in this opinion piece are those of the author and do not necessarily reflect the views of The Coast News or...
Op-Ed: Testifying about border policies in Washington
Last week, I was invited to testify before the House Committee on Homeland Security about the serious and lasting impacts of open border policies on San...
Commentary: We stopped the fixed-rate electricity proposal
I wanted to share some good news regarding our ongoing battle for fair electricity rates. You may recall the recent uproar surrounding the proposed changes...
Commentary: The latest at SANDAG
Let’s start with some great news! Thanks to the unwavering efforts of SANDAG Board members, led by San Marcos Mayor Rebecca Jones, we have successfully...
Commentary: North County united against free needles
We appreciate the attempt to help our vulnerable populations, but a needle exchange program is detrimental to neighborhoods and communities....
Commentary: Combating human trafficking through education, awareness
I am committed to pushing forward legislation that will tackle human trafficking head-on by focusing on awareness and education....
Commentary: County support for foster youth an example for state
San Diego County has emerged as a leader in recognizing the importance of protecting and nurturing the financial well-being of foster youth. ...
Commentary: The road to socialism
New utility and mortgage proposals incentivize mediocrity and conformity by punishing those who work hard to get ahead....
Commentary: Special election is right call
I’m happy to report the Board of Supervisors unanimously voted to support a special election to fill the District 4 seat....
Commentary: The failures of Housing First
Despite billions of dollars being spent on homelessness in California, why is the problem only getting worse?...