Save Newsom From an Even Worse Mistake
Newsom is likely to make an unnecessary but predictable mistake by formally authorizing this version of ethnic studies legislation.
Newsom is likely to make an unnecessary but predictable mistake by formally authorizing this version of ethnic studies legislation.
Former Culver City Mayor Christopher Armenta, who is running for a California state Assembly seat, sent a mailer to local residents last week accusing his opponent’s father, Los Angeles County Supervisor Mark Ridley-Thomas, of using his influence to elect Sebastian Ridley-Thomas to the state Assembly by scheduling the upcoming special election on Dec. 3, during Chanukah.
Nearly 13 years ago, 13 Jews living in the Iranian city of Shiraz were arrested on trumped-up charges of spying for Israel and were facing execution by the clerics who ruled Iran.
A Southern California synagogue is having its third annual “blessing of the animals.” Congregation Dor Hadash in San Diego holds the event in honor of Tu b’Shevat, the 15th day of Nissan, which this year falls on Jan. 20. Pet owners are invited to bring their pets to the Reconstructionist shul by noon Sunday, Jan. 9, where they will be blessed by Rabbi Yael Ridburg. Furred, winged and swimming creatures are all welcome — from cats to turtles.
Covering a meeting of Friends of Sabeel is a strange experience. \”Strange\” as in walking through the looking glass and encountering a reverse universe on the other side.
On the way to Los Angeles International Airport this afternoon, I thought I was about to be murdered.