Tag: election
Letter: Choose fields of life over dead wood of development
San Jose, once known as “The Valley of Heart’s Delight,” became known as “Silicon Valley.” Many San Joseans make Hollister their home. Do we...
Letter: Supervisors must not use their office to influence elections
A line separates governing from campaigning. It is not blurry, subjective or optional. Recently, it has been crossed by those entrusted to uphold it.
This...
Letter: Recall presents a choice on the future of San Benito...
The “Valley of Hearts Delight” existed as San Jose’s springtime produced a breathtaking vista of thousands of acres of fruit trees bursting alive in...
Letter: Recall could result in runaway development in San Benito County
It’s truly disturbing that a political scheme driven by personal vendettas and pro-housing special interests has led to a recall attempt on the June...
Judge rejects Velazquez challenge to recall election
A San Benito County Superior Court judge ruled Friday that the recall election for Supervisor Ignacio Velazquez may proceed as scheduled on the June...
Letters: Campaign season is underway
They should lead with respect
I don’t usually pay much attention to politics, but this feels personal. I’m writing as a daughter who is tired...
Lawsuit seeks to remove supervisor recall election from June 2 ballot
The San Benito County Registrar of Voters’ office faces accusations that it has incorrectly approved paperwork that did not follow state elections laws governing...
Letter: South Valley needs rep in Congress who will offer real...
Congress is not working for the South Bay, the Central Coast or the Salinas Valley. Families in our region are working hard only to...
Letter: The heart of service: Protecting our community’s legacy
I grew up in a small agricultural town, watching my father clean carpets and my mother care for children. They taught me early on...
San Benito County Supervisor recall campaign collects more than $38k
The campaign to recall San Benito County Supervisor Ignacio Velazquez has picked up significant financial support from former public officials and people representing land...
