Politics & Elections

DeMaio and Hayes (maybe) take it to November

The primary to fill the 75th District seat of Assemblywoman Marie Waldron, who is termed out this year, was held last week. California’s snail-like, moss-marching-across-concrete counting system continues to do its work. Results this week indicate that Carl DeMaio (with 43.1%) and Andrew Hayes (18.7%), will face each other in November. Both are Republicans. Also rans this time were Christie […]

Christine Spencer announces council candidacy

Christine Spencer held the kick-off for her candidacy for city council in District 3 at a reception held March 2 at Bellamy’s Restaurant.  In her speech Spencer declared, “I am proud to call Escondido my home and growing up surrounded by this great city, I saw the potential firsthand. I have been a nonprofit leader for more than 20 years […]

Abortion rights candidate Shanahan seeks 48th congressional House seat


Of the six candidates running for the 48th Congressional U.S. House of Representatives seat currently occupied by Republican Darrell Issa, only Whitney Shanahan (D), leads with her views on abortion rights. According to her website, she has “led hundreds of pro-choice rallies across the country, launched a petition to defend abortion rights,” and refers to herself as a “national abortion […]

Maienschein’s departure opens 75th Assembly seat


Three candidates in the March 5 primary seek the open California 76th Assembly seat vacated by Brian Maienschein (D), who is running for San Diego’s City Attorney. Maienschein switched to the Democratic party in 2019 before running against Republican Kristie Bruce-Lane in the 2022 general election for the seat, where he won 78,895 votes to Bruce-Lane’s 73,944. Bruce-Lane is the […]

Michael Simon is not your typical Democrat candidate


Candidate Michael Simon, candidate for Congress in the 48th District—Darrel Issa’s seat—reminds you of the old “Most Interesting Man in the World” commercials—but Simon IS actually pretty interesting. He is also not your typical Democratic candidate. He is not, as he describes it, “a cookie-cutter Democrat.”  The 31-year Escondido resident is a creator of companies and is comfortable in the […]

Jim Desmond to speak to N.C. Conservatives

Fifth District Supervisor Jim Desmond will speak about the Border to the North County Conservatives  February 27. Desmond will speak on the crisis at the southern border, including the latest updates. This is an issue everyone is concerned about and San Diego County resources are being strained.  The group meets at J&Ms Restaurant, 1215 E. Valley Parkway, Escondido.  The meeting […]

No party preference candidate Jahn doesn’t want your money


With the March 5 California primaries approaching, the six candidates for the 48th Congressional District are raising the money necessary to fuel their campaigns.  All except one. Meet Lucinda KWH Jahn.  Jahn is running as a no-party-preference candidate whose slogan is “I don’t want your money, just your vote.” True to form, she hasn’t raised a dime.  The Federal Election […]

Republican Women to hold watch party at new 2024 HQ

The Escondido Republican Headquarters opened January 9 at 3440 Del Lago Blvd suites A and B.  Operating hours are Tuesday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. This is the public’s opportunity to learn about a new vision and a new direction. Escondido Republican Women encourages active citizenship through political activities, building leaders, education, and energizing our communities to […]

Stephen Houlahan looks to unseat Darrell Issa in 48th District


March primary ballot are in many voters’ mailboxes, including those of the 48th Congressional District, where the Republican incumbent Darrell Issa seeks a third term. Issa faces five candidates across the political spectrum, including four Democrats and a no-party-preference candidate. Three are candidates he beat in 2022, the other two are first-time contenders.  Stephen Houlahan (D) was the closest contender […]


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