Duane Dichiara

An Interview with San Marcos Mayor Jim Desmond

By Duane Dichiara | 09/11/08

Jim Desmond is a Republican San Marcos Mayor, elected in 2006. Jim, you and I have known each other for several years - at least since your election to the Mayor's seat. Frankly though I really don't know that much about you. Could you tell the readers a little about your personal history, and your decision to run for Mayor?   Sure Duane here is a brief personal resume:   Family - Married to Kerri for 23 years, Kerri teaches computer... read more »

A Palin Interview With Conservative Activist MaryRose Consiglio

By Duane Dichiara | 09/04/08

I was watching the news that Senator John McCain, Republican nominee for President, had picked Alaska Governor Sarah Palin as his running mate and thought it might be a good idea to interview a local Republican woman to get her thoughts.   Mary, we've known each other for several years. You've been very active in Republican politics, including as chairman of the GOP precinct organization. Politically, I believe you're pretty conservative.... read more »

Interview with 73rd District Asm. Elect Diane Harkey

By Duane Dichiara | 08/21/08

Diane, thanks for agreeing to this interview. I've gotten to know you pretty well over the past several months and welcome your addition to San Diego's Republican family. When I look at the very top-level view of your political background, you served for some years as a Dana Point City Councilwoman and were active in Orange County Republican politics before running for the 73rd Assembly District, a seat which squats 3/5 in the smaller, well-off... read more »

The Red County Interview Series: Ten Questions for San Diego Supervisor Pam Slater

By Duane Dichiara | 08/14/08

Supervisor Pam Slater-Price, you've held office since before I moved to San Diego... why did you originally run, and do you believe you've accomplished what you set out to do?   I was first appointed in 1982 to the San Dieguito Citizens Planning Group. I grew tired of watching the Board of Supervisors ignore our recommendations. I was especially bothered by the fact that when I testified at board hearings the supervisors would be talking to... read more »