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Read moreRead moreA statement regarding the shootings at Tree of Life Synagogue.
What follows is a statement regarding the Pittsburgh synagogue shooting that I wish I had posted last week. The fact is that it took me a full week to grieve, then to recognize that, as a candidate, I needed to respond, and finally to find the...
Read moreRead moreWhat is your viewpoint on the expansion of BART to Livermore, as well as the expansion of ACE to Bart?
Full question (edited for privacy): My family resides in Livermore and commute out of the area. I am unfortunately in the brunt of traffic commuting to San Jose.When possible, I take the ACE train to downtown San Jose where I then bike or Uber to...
Read moreRead moreWho donates to your campaign and how much? I heard that it all comes from unions.
I was informed that this question–framed less politely–was circulating on the Facebook page, Livermore Rants & Raves. I answer it below. I believe that political campaigns should be funded by those who support a candidate’s...
Read moreRead moreHow will you address the City’s aging infrastructure?
Full question: What are your initial thoughts on addressing the City’s aging infrastructure? It is not going to be cheap, and will likely require sacrifices of some programs or services. My answer: Like most Livermore residents, I took...
Read moreRead moreWhat is your political affiliation?
In the context of the non-partisan city council race, that affiliation is irrelevant. The issues that confront us now are not Republican or Democratic, they are Livermore problems. Should I be fortunate enough to sit on the council, I will...
Read moreRead more“How do you plan on keeping Livermore from exploding its construction of businesses and housing?”
Full question: “I am appalled at the view of Dublin every time I ride by that city on 580. They appear to have no constraints on building anywhere and everywhere. How do you plan on keeping Livermore from exploding its construction of...
Read moreRead moreAsked by several people today: how about those district elections?
Livermore is currently working on a redistricting plan that will be in place in 2020. The 2018 elections remain at large elections: Livermore residents will vote for two candidates, one of whom will be me, I hope! California law requires that...
Read moreRead moreHow would you respond to a kid at a City Council meeting?
When I attend city council meetings as a citizen, the entire city council welcomes any participation by children. That is my position as well: It’s a fantastic way for anyone, child or adult, to learn how to be an engaged citizen, how to...
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