Since first being elected nearly two decades ago, Mayor Miguel
Pulido has put together a well-oiled political operation in Santa
Ana. But in the year of the Bell scandal, his latest challenger is
banking on the public taking a more skeptical view of the Pulido
machine.
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Two Longtime Foes Take One for the Team
Janet Nguyen and Van Tran have slugged it out in recent years.
However, with Tran in a tight congressional race against Democrat
Loretta Sanchez, and Republican Party pleas for unity, the two came
together Saturday.
Rift in GOP Could Undermine Its Chances in Irvine
Two Central Committee members say Tea Party-affiliated groups
offended the top leadership so much that they killed an important
endorsement in the Irvine City Council election. Top leadership
denies it.
Pringle Says Roles Are ‘Compatible,’ Not in Conflict
Anaheim mayor responds to increased pressure from state attorney
general regarding possible conflicts of interest stemming from his
chairmanship of the state’s high-speed rail board.
Anaheim Closer to Building a Train Station That Isn’t Enough
The Anaheim City Council this week approved plans for an
expensive new train terminal that can’t handle high-speed rail.
Email Chain Reveals Toxic Political Atmosphere in Irvine
Irvine Councilwoman Beth Krom dressed down city manager for
allowing Councilwoman Christina Shea to put items on the council’s
agenda that Krom says are purely for political gain.
Game On?
County CEO and union leader spar on pension issues during
Tuesday’s supervisors meeting. Could a debate be in the offing?
County to Launch Audit of Public Administrator
Specifically, the audit will look into how the office liquidates
large estates.
A Former Sheriff’s Opinion on Civilians in the Jails
Jack Anderson says the concept of civilian jailers makes sense,
but it hasn’t happened because of politics.
Taking the Sunshine Pledge
An election-year suggestion for those who seek public
office.











