Our letter policy
Letters to the Editor are important - it's a Laguna Forum Letters to the Editor have been a community right in Laguna Beach for a long time and this paper will provide space to all who wish to express their opinions on just about any subject - whether it deals with a local issue or not. Full Story
"Criminals"?
Editor: While reading the otherwise decent article by Mr. William Hagle on Ms Debra Carrillo ("Twisting Journey for a Judicial Brass Ring" in the August 22, 2008 edition) the following sentence caught my eye: Full Story
How about a community bike ride?
Editor: All are invited to the Laguna Beach Critical Mass Bike ride. This community wide drop-in bike ride is to inspire people of all ages to travel by bicycle for fitness, fun and self-discovery. Full Story
Who is the "you" supporting a lightweight candidate?
Editor: Since when does the absence of conflicts of interest by not owning Laguna Beach property qualify someone to be on the City Council? Do you want someone who has shown no financial initiative on a personal basis handling the complexities of city finance? Full Story
It's about experience and Rollinger has it
Editor: There are major reasons that distinguish candidates for the November 2008 City Council elections - Verna Rollinger's 29 years of re-election to City Clerk for Laguna Beach. To effectively and successfully insure her campaign priorities are accepted and enforced, Rollinger's personal and professional knowledge of city administration is crucial. Full Story
Is the water shortage only for some of us?
Editor: I understand that we are going to be short of water in the future since we lost part of our claim on the Colorado River to Arizona some years ago and are now to loose some more to the endangered fish. Full Story
"Save Main Beach" We need to take care of the lifeguards
Editor: Let's give the lifeguards their new space. They are probably one of the most important groups of people in our city saving lives and keeping our beaches patrolled. As tourism increases the greater the threat of those tourists drowning. Full Story
Sleeping better now
Editor: This is in response to Mr. Butow's letter re: the fliers Dear Mr. Butow, Thank you for your attention. We are confident that the country is sleeping better at night knowing you are making sure our First Amendment rights are being kept within their limits. Full Story
New facility vs. views
Editor: Another summer is coming to close and this year we have had lots of visitors come to the beach with no major accidents. How lucky we are to have lifeguards that protect and educate those on the beach with "no clue" as to ocean conditions. Full Story
Sales tax on services is financial rape
Editor: What part of no new taxes and cut government spending can't the RINO Governor and the Dumbocrats in Sacramento understand? Adding sales taxes to services is huge tax increase for everyone, poor and rich alike. Get your car serviced; the tax on the labor will far exceed the cost of the existing sales on the oil and parts. Full Story
Thanks John Campbell
Editor: Congressman John Campbell of the 48th US district works to keep our taxes low and our borders secure, to which we all should be thankful for his good service. Full Story
Four thoughts about Gov. Sarah Palin A poor personal choice
Editor: Whether you are pro-life or pro-choice…Democrat or Republican…you really have to question Sarah Palin's judgment to run for vice president. She has chosen to subject her under aged, unmarried, pregnant daughter to what we all consider is the meanest spirited political fight in years. It's an emotional time just being pregnant. Full Story
Alaska Independence Party
Editor: One thing we can agree on is that we want leaders in Washington DC who are patriotic persons dedicated to the Constitution, America and our Union. The point many overlook in discussing John McCain's vice presidential selection is that Palin was a member for many years in the Alaska Independence Party. Full Story
Natural progression?
Editor: I would like to know how trailer-park-trash became governor of Alaska. T.C. Borelli Laguna Beach Full Story
A world-renowned moose stew chef
Editor: The next eventual President of the U.S. could be a former mayor of a small town of about 7,000 residents and the rookie governor of a state with a total population of less than 700,000 people. That is about 25% of the city of San Diego. This Vice Presidential candidate is also the Commander and chief of Alaska's less than 2,000 strong National Guard. Full Story
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