West Los Angeles Politics
Fear Mongering and Name Calling — It’s Time to Return Decorum to Santa Monica City Hall
You may have seen footage or social media posts of Tuesday’s rally at Reed Park sponsored by a group known as “the Santa Monica Coalition,” the same folks behind the “Santa Methica” and “Santa Monica is Not Safe” signs on the Promenade that are harming local businesses.
L.A. County Federation of Labor Calls for Ceasefire in Gaza
Los Angeles’ largest labor organization has officially made their stance on the explosive Israeli-Hamas War. In a statement released Monday, the Los Angeles County Federation of Labor (L.A. Labor Fed) — the second-largest central labor body in the nation — called for a ceasefire in Gaza. The organization represents over 800,000 union members across over 300 affiliates. It is part of The American Federation of Labor and Congress of Industrial Organizations (AFL-CIO) — the largest federation of unions in the country.
Assemblymember Jacqui Irwin Introduces Two New Bills for the 2024 Legislative Session
AB 1779 In January, Assemblymember Jacqui Irwin, who represents Bel Air and the Pacific Palisades on the Westside, introduced AB 1779, a bill that would provide the authority to charge organized retail theft and other related incidents in one county superior court, even if some of the offenses occurred in multiple county jurisdictions. The bill has been endorsed by the California Problem Solvers Caucus. She introduced the legislation in response to the increase in shoplifting in recent years.
LGBTQ+ Army Veteran Dan Hall Announces Campaign for Santa Monica City Council
On Monday morning, Army veteran, Santa Monica Pier Board Member, and former Democratic Club Vice President Dan Hall announced his campaign for Santa Monica City Council. “As one of the Army’s first out LGBTQ+ pilots, I am no stranger to tough fights and standing up for what I believe,” said Dan in his launch announcement. “West Point taught me the values of duty, inclusivity, selfless service, integrity, and personal courage. These values have guided my professional career as an Army Officer, community organizer, and public servant."
Fear Mongering and Name Calling — It’s Time to Return Decorum to Santa Monica City Hall
You may have seen footage or social media posts of Tuesday’s rally at Reed Park sponsored by a group known as “the Santa Monica Coalition,” the same folks behind the “Santa Methica” and “Santa Monica is Not Safe” signs on the Promenade that are harming local businesses.
L.A. County Federation of Labor Calls for Ceasefire in Gaza
Los Angeles’ largest labor organization has officially made their stance on the explosive Israeli-Hamas War. In a statement released Monday, the Los Angeles County Federation of Labor (L.A. Labor Fed) — the second-largest central labor body in the nation — called for a ceasefire in Gaza. The organization represents over 800,000 union members across over 300 affiliates. It is part of The American Federation of Labor and Congress of Industrial Organizations (AFL-CIO) — the largest federation of unions in the country.
Assemblymember Jacqui Irwin Introduces Two New Bills for the 2024 Legislative Session
AB 1779 In January, Assemblymember Jacqui Irwin, who represents Bel Air and the Pacific Palisades on the Westside, introduced AB 1779, a bill that would provide the authority to charge organized retail theft and other related incidents in one county superior court, even if some of the offenses occurred in multiple county jurisdictions. The bill has been endorsed by the California Problem Solvers Caucus. She introduced the legislation in response to the increase in shoplifting in recent years.
LGBTQ+ Army Veteran Dan Hall Announces Campaign for Santa Monica City Council
On Monday morning, Army veteran, Santa Monica Pier Board Member, and former Democratic Club Vice President Dan Hall announced his campaign for Santa Monica City Council. “As one of the Army’s first out LGBTQ+ pilots, I am no stranger to tough fights and standing up for what I believe,” said Dan in his launch announcement. “West Point taught me the values of duty, inclusivity, selfless service, integrity, and personal courage. These values have guided my professional career as an Army Officer, community organizer, and public servant."
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