New York City last week approved a ban on big, sugary drinks at restaurants because of an increase in the number of residents who are obese.
So, this week'
The conventional wisdom has settled on the subject of this year's presidential campaign: it's about the proper role of government in our nation's life.
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I walk to work each morning from Euclid Street to 18th Street along Broadway. This morning I saw an elderly man crossing the street on Broadway near the Co-op.
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As one who has lived on the corner of 17th Street and Ashland Avenue for the past decade and a half, I empathize with the parents who fear for
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I read recently that we should not be asking ourselves, "Are we better off now than four years ago?" We should be asking ourselves, "Will we
Amidst the many Mitt meltdowns, with the release of the 47 percent of the country are moochers hidden video of his candid talk given in front of $50,000-plate donors,
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This is not an easy letter to write as I respect the Planning and Community Development Department and their dedication to solving some very difficult planning and economic problems.
Editor's note: This column was originally published Sept. 14.
When I was in grade school, Pearl Harbor Day, observed every Dec. 7, was a solemn occasion. On that
Dear Life Matters,
Our daughter just came to us and told us that she is a lesbian. Then she brought a girl by with piercings and pink streaks in her
Editor: Wouldn’t it be nice if the city would use the money from the recently sold beach-front property to purchase the post office property. I’m sure the USPS would love a five-day escrow. Jim Lawson Santa Monica
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So Ashley Fisher was "alarmed by the number of people who are under the perception that this country was founded by Christians ("Paying lip service to our
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We had an appointment in Santa Monica at 6 a.m. and parked at a meter that requires payment after 9 a.m. When I came back to the
