Statement: “The Republican campaign is taking
credit for the pick-up savings, even though that has already been
eliminated through collective bargaining between the city and its
employees,” Evan McLaughlin, political director for the San
Diego-Imperial Counties Labor Council, wrote in a June 30 press
release. Determination: False.
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Fact Check TV: Pension Reform Debate
This edition looks at two erroneous claims about the proposed
ballot measure to replace pensions with a 401(k)-style plan for
more new city employees.
Best of the Week July 4-10
These were the most-read stories for the week of July 4-10,
2011.
How a School Board Makeover Fizzled
Nearly one out of every three signatures were tossed out,
beaching a controversial campaign to expand and alter the San Diego
Unified school board.
‘Mal-Governance’ and Other Opinions on Redistricting
A roundup of opinions on the city’s redistricting process and
commission.
Morning Report: Planning vs. Permits
City departments for planning and developer permits to merge,
pension questions answered, a song about libraries and more of the
day’s news.
Four Lessons from the Walmart Debacle
Walmart has a new self-image we have to deal with and don’t get
on labor’s bad side.
Report: Hueso Group Returns Money to Brother’s Campaign
Ben Hueso’s state Assembly campaign cannot contribute to his
brother’s council race, the U-T writes.
Three Thoughts Before the Results Come In
Prop. D early results are important and so is money. District 6
will be close.
Dems Boycott Golden Hall For Election Day
Labor union to protest working conditions at traditional Election Night party spot.