May 27, 2010 RSS feed / Letters

They like Dean

As civic leaders, the health and safety of our community is our primary responsibility. The election of the next sheriff of Ventura County will present a critical decision for the voters of the city of Thousand Oaks and the rest of Ventura County. More...

The negativity of letters has gone way too far

On May 21, the Acorn published seven letters extremely critical of Audra Strickland. More...

Strickland was MIA in fight of owners of mobile homes

When my elected representative to the California Assembly doesn’t respond to my requests for representation at the state level, why would I want her as my representative in Ventura County? More...

Three hit pieces in one day is overkill

I don’t know about you, but I for one am disgusted with some of the vicious “hit pieces” that I’ve been receiving. More...

Strickland cannot accomplish what she says she can

I’ve been a business person and employer in Ventura County for over a decade. My company offers free resources for job seekers, and I have expertise in this area. I also was the 2009 Woman Business Owner of the Year for Ventura County. More...

Candidate displays a remarkable lack of honesty

Imagine our amazement when we received a business letter with the forwarding address and letterhead head reading Audra Strickland Ventura County Supervisor District 2! More...

Like open space? Vote for Parks

Supervisor Linda Parks is responsible for creation and preservation of much of the parkland and open space that we have come to enjoy in East Ventura County. Linda Parks is local. More...

Slick campaign deserves to fail in supervisor race

Yesterday our household received two more shiny mailers full of lies and distortion about Supervisor Linda Parks’ priorities and voting record from Audra Strickland’s buddies in the Ventura County Republican Committee. More...

Has seen enough political hate mail

I’ve been totally sickened by the hate mail sent by Audra Strickland and the Republican Central Committee, lying about Linda Parks. More...

A new low in electioneering

In the 25 years that I’ve lived in Thousand Oaks, the level of politics has gotten worse with each election cycle. This year we’ve hit a new low with Audra Strickland’s high in dollars and low in ethics campaign. More...

Competition is good for schools

The California Charter School law is having its intended effect. The existence of Bridges Charter School has finally forced Conejo Valley Unified School District to pay attention to the demands of parents. More...

Humans not totally to blame if it’s getting warmer

In a May 14 letter to the editor, Sherry Jensen wrote that I referenced a website and a chart disputing anthropogenic climate change and that the website and chart are the product of Monte Hieb, who has no science background; Mr. More...

Vote no on 14

‘‘A half million voters denied their vote” should be the headline if Prop. 14 passes on June 8. More...

Vote yes on 15

Getting the money out of politics is a nonpartisan issue and should be a priority for every voter. If you want to end the era of politicians being bought and paid for, then Proposition 15 is a good starting point. Prop. More...

Parks a leader who we can trust

I live in Ventu Park, and Linda Parks has helped us form a community-based wildfire safety council to improve our preparedness for natural disasters. More...

Stricklands are fighting for their personal incomes

If you’re having a hard time understanding Audra Strickland’s vicious attacks on Linda Parks in their campaign for supervisor, there’s a reason. More...

The choice is easy, vote for Parks

Have you made up your mind about who to vote for for Ventura County supervisor? 1. Would you like to see slower development or would you prefer rapid development? 2. More...

Not impressed by GOP’s tactics

Why would the Ventura County Republican Party spend close to $500,000 to support Audra Strickland for a nonpartisan position? What’s in it for the GOP? What do they have planned for our beautiful community? More...

Strickland is a carpetbagger

The first requirement for candidates running for supervisor is that they live in the district. That’s pretty clear. More...

More lies than truth in Strickland political fliers

As a former Channel Islands Harbor Commissioner, I’d like to correct false information distributed by Audra Strickland. More...

Vote for Parks on Election Day

On June 8, citizens will have a clear choice for Ventura County supervisor. Linda Parks is the local and proven candidate who’s supported by police, firemen, the district attorney and environmental groups. More...

A cheaper solution for parking at The Lakes

I’m happy to hear that the angled parking project at The Lakes is moving forward. More...

Building numbers are too small

I read the April 29 letter and several follow-ups in the Acorn about street numbers in T.O. I moved to Thousand Oaks in 1975 and love it. More...

Independent video store to be missed

Goodbye Video 4 You. I was very saddened this week to learn of the closing of Video 4 You. It feels like an old friend has moved away! More...