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Who Really Made the Motion?
Political endorsements are nothing new. Newspapers have every right to endorse candidates, just as voters have every right to disagree.
But when an endorsement relies on a candidate’s accomplishments, shouldn’t those accomplishments be che...
California’s Ongoing Civil War (Part II)
In Part 1 of California’s Ongoing Civil War (SBCurrent, October 12, 2026) I presented the impact of Santa Barbara Assemblyman Gregg Hart’s bill ABX2-1, that was supported by Santa Barbara Senate member Monique Limon, to authorize the five a...
Judge the Judges
Activist Judges Legislate from the Bench. Voters Should Stop Them.
If you have already opened your November ballot, you’ve seen the 20 judicial retention questions. You may have missed these in the past, as they are often sandwiched betwee...
LETTERS TO THE EDITOR
Bob Smith Has Earned My Respect
Having spent years in public service, I know what it takes to run for office and what distinguishes an exceptional candidate. I can say without hesitation that Bob Smith is one of the finest candidates I hav...
Possibly Strongest El Niño on Record On Its Way
Click here to see how you may be affected. Source: SBCOEM
This record shattering Super El Nino 2026-27 is predicted to at least double the average annual rainfall for Southern California, with a potential to match, even exceed, the intensi...
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Jim is the founder of Montecito Journal and was its Editor/Publisher until 2019. He was chief political columnist for the Santa Barbara News-Press and is now Editor-in-Chief of Santa Barbara Current (sbcurrent.com).
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