During testimony to the California State Senate, cyber-security expert Dr. Tony Coulson outlined the concerns that California must contend with in order to protect its critical infrastructure sectors. “California needs the ability to coordinate effectively for cyber-attack responses. A cyber-attack is not just a possibility, but a probability, stated Dr....
Fresno Earth Day Event Reinforces Importance of Environmental Protection
I grew up in the 70’s with Woodsy Owl saying “Give a Hoot Don’t Pollute," the crying “Indian” public service announcements and Smokey the Bear cavorting with Disney animals to tell us that only we could prevent wildfires. I had no idea that such “environmentalist” messages were kind of a...
On the 108th Anniversary of the 1915 Armenian Genocide, a Second Armenian Genocide Is Happening
As Armenians around the world, supporters of Armenia, and human rights activists prepare for commemoration activities in honor of the victims and survivors of the 1915 Armenian genocide, there is a heavy feeling weighing on the minds of many that the Genocide is not a tragedy of the past, but...
Why Biden Should Follow Reagan’s Example in the Fight for Freedom
As the anniversary of Vladimir Putin's invasion of Ukraine approaches, some say its important to support the Ukrainian people in their struggle for freedom against autocratic aggression. While providing the necessary resources and arms is essential, the most crucial contribution the U.S. can make is to advocate for freedom itself....
Pro: Quitting High-Speed Rail Would Be More Costly Than Finishing It
Sixty years ago, construction workers in the San Joaquin Valley began two major infrastructure projects that did much to build modern California: the State Water Project and Interstate 5. Backed by strong support in Sacramento, including adequate funding, the freeway connected drivers to Los Angeles in 1972, and the aqueduct...
Con: California Must Invest in Water Solutions not a Bullet Train
California is well acquainted with transformative construction: think Oroville Dam, the Bay Bridge, and the Arroyo Seco Parkway (also known as the Pasadena Freeway). The state is once again in charge of the nation’s biggest public works project, a 171-mile high-speed rail line between Bakersfield and Merced – the “starter” portion...
A Big Idea: Turn Two Local Crises Into a Regional Homelessness Solution
Over the last couple of weeks, two stories — about something other than the weather — have dominated local headlines. The first concerns the closure of the Madera Community Hospital, an important community resource and sparkling facility. It sits nearly empty, seemingly destined to follow the same path as other...
After 60 Years, Time to Honor Fresno Birthplace of National Farmworkers Union
It has been 60 years since the formation of the most successful farmworker union in U.S. history. On September 30, 1962 Cesar Chavez, Gilbert Padilla, and Dolores Huerta gathered about 250 farmworkers in Fresno for the inaugural convention of the National Farm Workers Association (NFWA), now the United Farm...
Sneaky Move by Class Action Lawyers Will Make Life Insurance Premiums Skyrocket
Got insurance? Don’t bet your life on it! In a recent move, California class action lawyers are turning their attention to filing new dubious class action lawsuits against life insurance companies based on lapsed insurance policy payments. This tactic will not only raise liability costs, but it will also...
Sloan: I Never Intended for Esparza Conversation to Become Public
This is in response to GV Wire's July 29 story "Fresno Council President ‘a Little Pissant Millennial,’ Ex-City Attorney Reportedly Fumed" and reporter David Taub's inquiry regarding the circumstances of my conversation with City Council President Nelson Esparza: First, I will reiterate, what I described before is exactly what...
