Political Climate with Mark Simon: Councilman Jeff Gee will run for a third term
As expected, incumbent Redwood City Councilman Jeff Gee told Political Climate he will be running for a third term and… … Keep Reading
Political Climate with Mark Simon: The county schools chief race is the one to watch
The race for San Mateo County Superintendent of Schools between Gary Waddell and Nancy Magee is the only truly contested… … Keep Reading
Political Climate with Mark Simon: Campaigns uncertain as homes become voting booths
Two weeks from today is Election Day, which used to be a major civic event with people streaming (or trickling)… … Keep Reading
Political Climate with Mark Simon: Why Regional Measure 3 is a good idea
When it comes to regional transportation, the main problem is San Francisco Bay. It’s in the way. Of course, the… … Keep Reading
Political Climate with Mark Simon: Judge Persky recall and popularity in the judiciary
We all have noticed how our modern social media environment almost seems to invite the strongest, even harshest, statements. These… … Keep Reading
Political Climate with Mark Simon: Get Us Moving campaign picks up speed
After months picking their way through the political thicket, the organizers of Get Us Moving San Mateo County (GUM) are… … Keep Reading
Political Climate with Mark Simon: Design concept for county building draws protest
In this era of instant opinions, the unveiling of a little information can cause some people to react like a… … Keep Reading
Political Climate with Mark Simon: Mohr to run for reelection despite unexpected opponent
This November, the San Mateo County Community College Board of Trustees will become the second county-wide body to elect its… … Keep Reading
Political Climate with Mark Simon: Who’s leaving – and coming – amid soaring housing costs
As news goes, this barely qualifies: Bay Area housing prices continue to rise. The S&P CoreLogic Case-Shiller Home Price Index,… … Keep Reading
Political Climate with Mark Simon: Traffic is bad. Now what?
Will people do anything for traffic relief? Will they pay more? Change their habits? The answer is yes for officials… … Keep Reading