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Lightner Lashes Out Against Ellis Campaign's Claims
- Nov. 1
- 1 Comment
The Democrats on the San Diego City Council came out strongly today in defense of Councilwoman Sherri Lightner. Lightner is running for re-election and the race is getting heated.
Students Lack '08 Enthusiasm To Vote
- Oct. 31
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Young voters turned out in droves four years ago, helping Barack Obama gain the White House. This year the thrill is gone for many.
Bill Clinton Endorses Bob Filner In San Diego Mayor's Race
- Oct. 31
- 2 Comments
Former President Bill Clinton today endorsed Bob Filner in the Democratic congressman's San Diego mayoral bid, his campaign announced.
Filner Fights Back On Personality Attacks
- Oct. 30
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Congressman Bob Filner fired back today at claims that he lacks the temperament to be San Diego’s mayor and is disrespectful toward women.
Dumanis Endorses DeMaio For San Diego Mayor
- Oct. 29
- 5 Comments
One of San Diego’s most prominent politicians is making an endorsement in the mayor’s race.
Roundtable: Mayoral Polling; Chargers Fans Moping; Yoga Indoctrinating; BBC Traveling
- Oct. 26
- Midday Edition
- Evening Edition
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Polling in the San Diego Mayor's race is all over the place. The Chargers have lost their last two games in embarrassing fashion. A few parents are tense over yoga in their public schools. And the BBC program "World Have Your Say" comes to Oceanside.
San Diego Campaign Spending Ramps Up As Election Nears
- Oct. 26
- 1 Comment
With less than two weeks to go until the election, the latest campaign finance reports show accelerated fundraising and spending in city and congressional elections.
Democratic Chair Says Ellis Broke Campaign Rules
- Oct. 25
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The chairman of the San Diego County Democratic Party alleged today that City Council candidate Ray Ellis violated campaign rules in his high-stakes race to unseat incumbent Sherri Lightner.
Filner Says San Diego U.S. Attorney Should Resign
- Oct. 25
- 2 Comments
Congressman Bob Filner is calling on San Diego U.S. Attorney Laura Duffy to resign after an e-mail from her revealed some involvement in the San Diego mayor’s race.
Lightner, Ellis Tussle For City Council Control During KPBS Debate
- Oct. 24
- Midday Edition
- Evening Edition
- 1 Comment
The two candidates for City Council District 1 traded barbs and shared their stances on traffic issues, pensions, water policy and partisanship during discussions on KPBS Midday and Evening Edition Wednesday.
