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One wonders what the Democratic Assembly member, Cecilia Aguiar-Curry, intends by endorsing the present non-Democratic Yolo County district attorney since he doesn’t follow democratic values.
This district attorney remains neutral on Prop 39 (three strikes reform) but opposes Prop 47 (sentencing reform), Prop 57 (reduce mass incarceration), and Prop 64 (legal adult marijuana use). These four propositions Yolo County voters overwhelmingly approved. Cecilia Aguiar-Curry appears to oppose Yolo County voters.
Consider, then, this same district attorney has filed more felony trials in Yolo County (population 213,000) than has the district attorney in Alameda County (population 1,683,000) Felony trials are expensive ordeals. Yolo County has a 41 percent felony non-conviction rate compared to California’s average 19-percent felony non-conviction rate. Cecilia seems to support this effort.
Yolo County’s current district attorney requires the accused to plead guilty to a felony before getting into a program, e.g., mental illness court or restorative justice. Cecilia apparently approves of this strategy.
People have spoken to me about an innocent friend or relative in prison due to fabricated charges by the current district attorney system. Cecilia seemingly believes in this approach to injustice.
An exceptionally well-qualified Democratic-valued candidate is Dean Johansson who would use diversionary programs for those eligible, while going hard on career criminals. See how Dean Johanssons’s values line up with Yolo County voters at www.Dean4.DA.com .
Still one is wondering if Cecilia Aguiar-Curry is the representative that Democrat voters want in the California Assembly.
If one cares to contact Cecilia you can reach her at the following locations:
– State Capitol, P. O. Box 942849, Sacramento 94249-0004; telephone, 916-319-2004; fax, 916-319-2104.
– 600 A St., Suite D, Davis, 95616; telephone, 530-757-1034; fax, 520-757-1174.
– 2721 Napa Valley Corporate Drive, Napa 94558; telephone, 707-224-0440; fax, 707-224-0430.
M E Gladis is chair of the Yolo County Progressives and lives in Davis.
This district attorney remains neutral on Prop 39 (three strikes reform) but opposes Prop 47 (sentencing reform), Prop 57 (reduce mass incarceration), and Prop 64 (legal adult marijuana use). These four propositions Yolo County voters overwhelmingly approved. Cecilia Aguiar-Curry appears to oppose Yolo County voters.
Consider, then, this same district attorney has filed more felony trials in Yolo County (population 213,000) than has the district attorney in Alameda County (population 1,683,000) Felony trials are expensive ordeals. Yolo County has a 41 percent felony non-conviction rate compared to California’s average 19-percent felony non-conviction rate. Cecilia seems to support this effort.
Yolo County’s current district attorney requires the accused to plead guilty to a felony before getting into a program, e.g., mental illness court or restorative justice. Cecilia apparently approves of this strategy.
People have spoken to me about an innocent friend or relative in prison due to fabricated charges by the current district attorney system. Cecilia seemingly believes in this approach to injustice.
An exceptionally well-qualified Democratic-valued candidate is Dean Johansson who would use diversionary programs for those eligible, while going hard on career criminals. See how Dean Johanssons’s values line up with Yolo County voters at www.Dean4.DA.com .
Still one is wondering if Cecilia Aguiar-Curry is the representative that Democrat voters want in the California Assembly.
If one cares to contact Cecilia you can reach her at the following locations:
– State Capitol, P. O. Box 942849, Sacramento 94249-0004; telephone, 916-319-2004; fax, 916-319-2104.
– 600 A St., Suite D, Davis, 95616; telephone, 530-757-1034; fax, 520-757-1174.
– 2721 Napa Valley Corporate Drive, Napa 94558; telephone, 707-224-0440; fax, 707-224-0430.
M E Gladis is chair of the Yolo County Progressives and lives in Davis.
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In just a few short months an election will be held for various public office positions, including that of district attorney for Lake County.
I’m a recent retiree after a 20-year career in law enforcement here in Lake County. During my career I met and worked with many people from other various law enforcement agencies, including those who work in the Lake County District Attorney's Office.
One of those people I had the fortunate pleasure of working with is Senior Deputy District Attorney Susan Krones, who is running for the office of district attorney of Lake County. I feel strongly that Susan Krones is the most qualified candidate for the position, and I’ll tell you why.
Susan Krones has been with the Lake County District Attorney’s Office since 1992, and during that time she has prosecuted thousands of felony and misdemeanor cases, including taking on a three- to four-year assignment where she was in charge of prosecuting all sex crimes against children cases within the county. These can be some of the hardest cases to deal with, but Susan handled them with her graceful tact and decorum. She made a huge difference to all those victims that she came in contact with.
But, regardless of the case, regardless of the circumstances, Susan Krones is a highly trained professional and always extends that courtesy to everyone.
Susan Krones is a veteran, having served in the U.S. Army from 1985 to 1991 as a captain with the Judge Advocate General, as well has having graduated from UCLA in 1981 and Hastings College of Law in 1984.
She is an avid reader of books and has her own book review show on local radio. Susan likes to go to various events that occur in and around Lake County, and is involved with the local theater group. She is very “community oriented,” to say the least.
All of her education and experience are only part of the reason that Susan Krones is the most qualified candidate for the position of Lake County district attorney.
Susan Krones is a woman with a conscience, and it shows in the life she’s lived, and how she treats others. Susan Krones is ethical beyond reproach, and I strongly believe she is a step in the right direction for the future of Lake County.
Robin Hauff lives in Lakeport, Calif.
I’m a recent retiree after a 20-year career in law enforcement here in Lake County. During my career I met and worked with many people from other various law enforcement agencies, including those who work in the Lake County District Attorney's Office.
One of those people I had the fortunate pleasure of working with is Senior Deputy District Attorney Susan Krones, who is running for the office of district attorney of Lake County. I feel strongly that Susan Krones is the most qualified candidate for the position, and I’ll tell you why.
Susan Krones has been with the Lake County District Attorney’s Office since 1992, and during that time she has prosecuted thousands of felony and misdemeanor cases, including taking on a three- to four-year assignment where she was in charge of prosecuting all sex crimes against children cases within the county. These can be some of the hardest cases to deal with, but Susan handled them with her graceful tact and decorum. She made a huge difference to all those victims that she came in contact with.
But, regardless of the case, regardless of the circumstances, Susan Krones is a highly trained professional and always extends that courtesy to everyone.
Susan Krones is a veteran, having served in the U.S. Army from 1985 to 1991 as a captain with the Judge Advocate General, as well has having graduated from UCLA in 1981 and Hastings College of Law in 1984.
She is an avid reader of books and has her own book review show on local radio. Susan likes to go to various events that occur in and around Lake County, and is involved with the local theater group. She is very “community oriented,” to say the least.
All of her education and experience are only part of the reason that Susan Krones is the most qualified candidate for the position of Lake County district attorney.
Susan Krones is a woman with a conscience, and it shows in the life she’s lived, and how she treats others. Susan Krones is ethical beyond reproach, and I strongly believe she is a step in the right direction for the future of Lake County.
Robin Hauff lives in Lakeport, Calif.
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Can you believe it’s almost time for the 2018 Willits Frontier Days celebration?
Even though July seems far away, preparations are already under way to make sure it will be another successful event to be enjoyed by all.
One of the big first checkboxes on the 2018 to-do list is to get our sweetheart candidates set and ready to start selling tickets and representing Willits’ famous festivities starting on May 1.
Girls aged 16 to 20 are welcome to apply, and need not reside in Willits. They do not need to own a horse, but do need to have one available to them to use for the duration of the contest. They must never have been married, and not have had children.
Contestants will be asked to sell tickets to the roster of Fourth of July events, compete in a public speaking contest with a prepared speech following the 2018 WFD theme “We Stand for Old Glory,” showcase poise and personality while modeling, as well as ride a horse in a horsemanship pattern, and answer questions about tack, horses, and the rodeo lifestyle.
Contestants will also be asked to do a Queen run where they gallop around the arena waving at the crowd.
Once candidates are confirmed and applications are received – by the April 28 deadline – the girls will attend a preparatory meeting and receive their first batch of tickets on May 1 at the Willits Frontier Days office.
Just before the sweetheart dinner where the winner is crowned, the tickets will be tallied by an official and local certified public accountant to ensure a fair contest. Ticket sales are combined with scores from the speeches and the riding portion of the contest to name an overall winner.
Girls will receive a percentage of their ticket sales at the end of the contest, and the winner will receive the coveted tiara, engraved spurs, flowers and a saddle.
The contestants and the winner will be given the opportunity to ride in all of the rodeo’s Grand Entry events as well, as a place in the Main Street Parade on July 4.
Liz Day and Kathy Graves will head up the contest this year and will be the main contacts for the contestants during the contest. Liz can be reached at 707-354-0933 and Kathy at 707-489-0442 for more information.
Entry forms for Willits Frontier Days sweetheart are available online at www.WillitsFrontierDays.com under the “Sweethearts” tab.
Remember also, the 2018 schedule of events, contact info for event chairpersons, event information, entry forms for all other community events including the Junior Rodeo – now with mutton busting! – the horse show, the Hometown Celebration, the Horseshoe Contest and the Main Street Parade are all available online, too!
Marcy Barry is vice president of Willits Frontier Days in Willits, Calif.
Even though July seems far away, preparations are already under way to make sure it will be another successful event to be enjoyed by all.
One of the big first checkboxes on the 2018 to-do list is to get our sweetheart candidates set and ready to start selling tickets and representing Willits’ famous festivities starting on May 1.
Girls aged 16 to 20 are welcome to apply, and need not reside in Willits. They do not need to own a horse, but do need to have one available to them to use for the duration of the contest. They must never have been married, and not have had children.
Contestants will be asked to sell tickets to the roster of Fourth of July events, compete in a public speaking contest with a prepared speech following the 2018 WFD theme “We Stand for Old Glory,” showcase poise and personality while modeling, as well as ride a horse in a horsemanship pattern, and answer questions about tack, horses, and the rodeo lifestyle.
Contestants will also be asked to do a Queen run where they gallop around the arena waving at the crowd.
Once candidates are confirmed and applications are received – by the April 28 deadline – the girls will attend a preparatory meeting and receive their first batch of tickets on May 1 at the Willits Frontier Days office.
Just before the sweetheart dinner where the winner is crowned, the tickets will be tallied by an official and local certified public accountant to ensure a fair contest. Ticket sales are combined with scores from the speeches and the riding portion of the contest to name an overall winner.
Girls will receive a percentage of their ticket sales at the end of the contest, and the winner will receive the coveted tiara, engraved spurs, flowers and a saddle.
The contestants and the winner will be given the opportunity to ride in all of the rodeo’s Grand Entry events as well, as a place in the Main Street Parade on July 4.
Liz Day and Kathy Graves will head up the contest this year and will be the main contacts for the contestants during the contest. Liz can be reached at 707-354-0933 and Kathy at 707-489-0442 for more information.
Entry forms for Willits Frontier Days sweetheart are available online at www.WillitsFrontierDays.com under the “Sweethearts” tab.
Remember also, the 2018 schedule of events, contact info for event chairpersons, event information, entry forms for all other community events including the Junior Rodeo – now with mutton busting! – the horse show, the Hometown Celebration, the Horseshoe Contest and the Main Street Parade are all available online, too!
Marcy Barry is vice president of Willits Frontier Days in Willits, Calif.
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When I was having lunch the other day, I was summoned to a table of senior citizens. I had no idea why. I had no idea that anyone knew who I was.
A gentleman said, “I like what you write.” We then engaged in a conversation on several subjects.
My conclusion: Seniors are engaged in what is happening in our country; they are very concerned about the future of our country, as I certainly am.
We talked about guns. I explained that many years ago I had been taught to shoot by a sheriff in Iowa and that the last time I was at the range a number of years ago, I could still hit the target, although at this time I do not keep a gun in my home.
My message to all seniors is to keep informed on what is happening, do not be afraid to speak out and stand up for what needs to be done to keep our citizens safe. Look for the truth, weigh both sides.
Many seniors have fought for our country in the past and we need them today to continue fighting for what is right. They are the ones who have made our country great. Seniors, you can still write letters with pen and paper and make phone calls. Do it!
Remember what President Ronald Reagan said, “A nation that cannot control its borders is not a nation.” And, “If we ever forget that we are One Nation Under God, then we will be a nation gone under.”
See you all in church on Sunday.
Leona M. Butts lives in Clearlake Oaks, Calif.
A gentleman said, “I like what you write.” We then engaged in a conversation on several subjects.
My conclusion: Seniors are engaged in what is happening in our country; they are very concerned about the future of our country, as I certainly am.
We talked about guns. I explained that many years ago I had been taught to shoot by a sheriff in Iowa and that the last time I was at the range a number of years ago, I could still hit the target, although at this time I do not keep a gun in my home.
My message to all seniors is to keep informed on what is happening, do not be afraid to speak out and stand up for what needs to be done to keep our citizens safe. Look for the truth, weigh both sides.
Many seniors have fought for our country in the past and we need them today to continue fighting for what is right. They are the ones who have made our country great. Seniors, you can still write letters with pen and paper and make phone calls. Do it!
Remember what President Ronald Reagan said, “A nation that cannot control its borders is not a nation.” And, “If we ever forget that we are One Nation Under God, then we will be a nation gone under.”
See you all in church on Sunday.
Leona M. Butts lives in Clearlake Oaks, Calif.
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