Drew Mercy

Thompson Leads Among CA's GOP Legislators

By Drew Mercy | 06/11/07

In one go-around, former Senator Fred Thompson earned more endorsements from California's Republican legislators than any other presidential candidate. In a letter circulated by Senator George Runner and Assemblyman Martin Garrick, nine legislators pledged their support to Thompson and urged him to enter the campaign. Among legislators, Mitt Romney has eight endorsements, both Rudy Giuliani and John McCain have four each and Duncan Hunter has... read more »

Senator George Runner Takes Initiative on Draft Thompson

By Drew Mercy | 06/06/07

Senator George Runner (disclaimer: I work for Senator Runner) and San Diego Assemblyman Martin Garrick are circulating a letter among their respective caucus colleagues urging former Senator Fred Thompson to run for President. Many of the legislative Republicans have held off on endorsing a candidate for President, leaving several key California endorsements available, even with Thompson's late entry into the race.  Look for an... read more »

Senator Runner's Jessica's Law Funding Bill Signed by Governor

By Drew Mercy | 05/18/07

Just released from Senator George Runner’s office:SACRAMENTO – Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger today signed a bill authored by Sen. George Runner (R-Antelope Valley) that provides the money necessary to carry out the requirements from Proposition 83-Jessica’s Law. “I applaud the Governor for signing this bill and I am thankful he shares my belief that public safety is government’s top priority,” said Runner,... read more »

Internecine Battle Avoided

By Drew Mercy | 05/15/07

A major showdown between two solid conservative leaders in the High Desert has been avoided.  San Bernardino County Supervisor Brad Mitzelfelt has worked hard to bring together the High Desert communities, and it appears to be paying off.  Fellow County Supervisor Gary Ovitt’s Chief of Staff, Mark Kirk had been considering a bid for the job next June but instead has endorsed Mitzelfelt and pledged his support. A Kirk... read more »

Hesperia Looks to Combat Illegal Immigration

By Drew Mercy | 04/26/07

  The Hesperia City Council has directed their City Attorney to develop ordinance to prevent businesses with city contracts from hiring illegal immigrants.  Several cities throughout the state have enacted similar measures that insert language into the contract where the signer declares under penalty of perjury that they only hire those legally in the United States. However, such an ordinance is only meaningful if its backed up with... read more »