Perspectives

Staff Editorial Tuesday’s election results certainly came as a surprise to many, in that while Democrats were sure to take back the House, the Senate would prove more difficult. With Conrad Burns, R-Mont., and George Allen, R-Virg., conceding victory to their Democratic opponents, suddenly the Senate is also in Democratic hands. It is the first time since 1994 that Democrats … [Read more...] about New Congress must work together

Marc Choquette Assistant Perspectives Editor Last weekend, the meanderings around Malibu helped me come to the realization that the corporation is changing the Malibu we know. While it sounds cliche and is often dangrous to be critical of corporate America — some would probably call me a communist — the fact is that these people care about the bottom line and not much else. … [Read more...] about Chains choke out local business

Brian ChatwinStaff Writer Last week I attended a dinner party in Hollywood at which my date and I were the only natural-born citizens of the United States. Looking around the table there were three couples from India, one man from China, and us — the two white kids from Calabasas. At this “United Colors of Benetton” event I came to the conclusion that the United States, with … [Read more...] about Bush must alter message for skeptics

Troy Senik Staff Writer There is an inconvenient truth that lurks just beneath the surface of partisan politics in this country. For those who brandish their Republican or Democratic credentials as ecclesiastical talismans, brace yourselves — your church is about to be defamed. The noble lie of American politics is that our two major parties embody holistic governing … [Read more...] about Partisan gap pits sensible solutions

Jim CohenStaff Writer The national holiday to thank and remember our nation’s veterans from former and current wars for their service to our country comes to Main Street, USA on Saturday. Veterans Day acknowledges the courage, honor and bravery of those who have put their lives on the line for our nation in the name of freedom and security. Some wars fought have been wars of … [Read more...] about Holiday highlights Vets needs