Opinion: A stupid idea that decreases the rights of voters
Los Altos city officials opted to pay $30,000 to avoid a lawsuit rather than risk facing legal challenges from a threat for switching to district elections. [ more ]
Los Altos Councilman Jonathan Weinberg is pushing for the City Council to condemn the Hamas terrorist attacks, causing division among Palestinian and Jewish residents.
Jewish residents are expressing fear and a sense of being unsafe, while Palestinians want the council to also condemn Islamophobia.
Councilman Pete Dailey believes that a broad statement by the council would minimize threats against Jews, who have historically faced unique persecution. [ more ]