Chris Norby writes that mass school shootings are actually more rare in the United States that the picture the 24/7 modern media cycle presents. Policy reactions should be looked at carefully, Norby writes, rather than rushing to implement poorly researched options.
Tag: Chris Norby
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Norby: Reviving Redevelopment Abuses Won’t Help Homeless
Former Assembly member Chris Norby opposes reinstating redevelopment agencies in California and recalls the abuses that had impacts throughout the State.
Posted inGovernment, Politics & Elections, Top Stories
First OC Ethics Commissioner Up for Appointment Tuesday
Supervisor Shawn Nelson nominated Peter Agarwal, a bank manager and Anaheim Chamber of Commerce board member whom county supervisors have previously appointed to positions like board member of the CalOptima health plan for poor and disabled residents.
Posted inCountywide, News Briefs, Top Stories
Quirk-Silva’s Campaign Claims Victory Over Kim in Assembly Race
Democrat Sharon Quirk-Silva’s campaign strategist declared victory on her behalf Wednesday, saying she will maintain her “decisive lead” over Republican incumbent Young Kim in the race for the 65th state Assembly seat.
Posted inCountywide, News Briefs, Top Stories
Quirk-Silva Leads in 65th Assembly Race
With all precincts reporting, Democrat Sharon Quirk-Silva holds a narrow lead over incumbent Young Kim in the 65th Assembly District, according to the Orange County Registrar of Voters.
Posted inCommunity Opinion, Countywide
Norby: A Conservative’s Case for Sanchez in Senate Race
Former Republican State Assemblyman Chris Norby argues that Rep. Loretta Sanchez’s voting record is something conservatives should consider as a reason for support in the ongoing race for a vacant U.S. Senate seat in California.
Posted inCommunity Opinion, Countywide
Norby: Disney Double Standard Cheapens American Dream
Former county supervisor and state Assemblyman Chris Norby writes that Disneyland may be a tribute to the American Dream, but it should not hold a monopoly on it.
Posted inCommunity Opinion, Countywide
Former Assemblyman Reflects on Family Troubles & Fullerton Police
Former state Assemblyman Chris Norby reflects on troubles that began with Fullerton Police visiting him home after reports of spousal abuse. Norby claims he’s been cleared questions how local police handled his case.
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District Attorney Drops Domestic Abuse Charges Against Norby
Former Assemblyman Chris Norby’s attorney quotes the prosecutor as saying he “didn’t believe he had a case he could prove beyond a reasonable doubt.”
Posted inCountywide, Top Stories
Former Lawmaker and Wife Accuse Each Other of Abuse
Martha Norby, wife of former Assemblyman Chris Norby, alleges she’s been subjected to repeated verbal and mental abuse as well as the alleged physical abuse for which he was arrested Wednesday. Norby says his wife is the abuser.
