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San Francisco canceled its DA; who should New York vote out?
San Franciscans lastly woke as much as the stupidity of their wokeness. This week, they recalled District Legal professional Chesa (“I prosecute no one”) Boudin, on whose watch the town’s crime charge skyrocketed and clusters of predatory “homeless” proliferated.
A lot of our native political leaders want the mitten, too. All espouse zany theories. Some are anti-capitalism, others successfully pro-crime (whether or not they’ll admit it or not), and all devoid of widespread sense. We don’t have California’s recall mechanism, however they have to be voted out of workplace earlier than they do any extra harm.
ALVIN BRAGG, Manhattan District Legal professional
Calling for his head is nearly too apparent. Bragg didn’t sneak into workplace by concealing his intentions. He mentioned in his marketing campaign he would “decline [to prosecute] and divert minor offenses.” He didn’t imply solely “damaged home windows” enforcement, however decreasing armed robberies to misdemeanors if nobody was shot. Oh, he’d “finish mass incarceration.”
Is it any surprise metropolis crime is up 43 % over final 12 months on his watch? It’s what occurs when shoplifters, vandals, predatory beggars and even stickup males know they’ll be turned free. It demoralizes cops who comprehend it’s a waste of their time to get “minor” and even not-so-minor offenders off the streets.
ALEXANDRIA OCASIO-CORTEZ, US Consultant, 14th Congressional District (components of central Queens and south Bronx)
Fidel Castro-idolizing AOC wanted a hook the minute she first took workplace in 2018. She uniquely packages ignorance, stupidity, incomprehensibility, hypocrisy and ideological lunacy in a single congressional seat. Virulently anti-Israel, she refused to vote for funds to bolster that nation’s Iron Dome anti-missile system, which is a strictly defensive weapon to shoot down rockets geared toward civilians.
She mentioned, “I wept at an establishment selecting a path of most volatility and minimal consideration for its personal political comfort.” Translation, anybody?
AOC needs to defund the NYPD, shut Rikers Island and launch its inmates into the streets. The self-professed, two-faced socialist has modeled fancy duds by designers like Loewe, Carolina Herrera and Christian Louboutin. Let’s hope voters in her redrawn district ship her again to tending bar.
ANDREA STEWART-COUSINS, State Senate Majority Chief
CARL HEASTIE, State Meeting Speaker
The harm these highly effective, “progressive” legislators have completed to prison justice in New York State — and particularly within the Large Apple — is Homeric in scale. They pushed by means of “bail reform” legal guidelines in 2019 (which former Gov. Andrew Cuomo disgracefully signed) that every one however eradicated money bail, even for a lot of violent felons — permitting innumerable criminals to be again on streets in a matter of hours.
Not like in each different state, the brand new guidelines denied judges discretion from making an allowance for a suspect’s previous document and chance of posing a hazard to the neighborhood. The outcome? Evil-doers have the run of the city. They’ve included armed gang members who killed rivals and hit harmless youngsters in crossfires, psychotics who shove individuals onto subway tracks and molesters of 12-year-old ladies.
Heastie and Stewart-Cousins shrug off Mayor Eric Adams’ pleas to take into consideration the havoc their legal guidelines have induced. They’re beholden to a woke agenda in service of mollycoddling principally black and Latino lawbreakers whereas ignoring the carnage they’ve wrought in principally black and Latino communities.
BRAD LANDER, Metropolis Comptroller
Far-left Lander needs to cut at the very least $1 billion from the NYPD price range. His job blessedly doesn’t enable him to try this, but it surely’s unhealthy sufficient that he bases his stewardship over $248 billion in metropolis pension funds partly on priorities involving local weather, sustainability and social justice – which have little to do with getting the best return for cops, firefighters and different municipal unions.
As a Council member, he voted in opposition to rezoning a sliver of Flushing waterfront – which has been off-limits to the general public for many years – to permit residence and retail development. Even the left-leaning Council overwhelmingly authorised it.
KRISTIN RICHARDSON JORDAN, Council member, Central Harlem
Jordan single-handedly killed a challenge at West 145th Avenue that might have changed empty heaps with new flats, half of which might have been reasonably priced to moderate- and low-income households. This was after the developer, who wanted a zoning change, had made concession after concession to appease her.
The plan often known as One45 would have harmed nobody whereas bringing the neighborhood desperately wanted new housing. It required no evictions. It was such a no brainer that even left-leaning Manhattan Borough President Mark Levine was dismayed over shedding it.
MICHAEL GIANARIS, New York State Senator, twelfth District (western Queens)
The rabidly anti-development legislator delivered the killing blow to Amazon’s dream of establishing a big regional headquarters in Lengthy Island Metropolis. His opposition to state and metropolis subsidies for Amazon prompted the corporate to tug the plug on the proposal in early 2019, thus depriving the town of 1000’s of jobs and tax and different revenues far larger than the worth of the subsidies.
Gianaris’s energy was courtesy of state legislator Andrea Stewart-Cousins (see above) who appointed him to the Public Authorities Management Board, which oversees state subsidies. Not less than a few of his animus in direction of the Amazon deal was private: sources instructed The Publish that his emotions had been harm as a result of former Gov. Cuomo’s didn’t seek the advice of him.
BILL DE BLASIO (retroactively)
The previous mayor’s eight-year tenure ought to be recalled as solely a foul dream.
San Francisco, CA
St. Louis Cardinals at San Francisco Giants — A game thread for September 27, 2024
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The Arizona Diamondbacks faced a challenging series against the San Francisco Giants, leaving fans with mixed emotions and heightened anxiety as the playoff race intensified. In a critical weekend for the team’s postseason chances, the Diamondbacks dropped two out of three games to the Giants, bringing a wave of frustration and doubt to the fan base. This series loss, paired with inconsistent performances, has left many wondering if Arizona’s playoff dreams are slipping away.
Game 2 of the series was a breaking point for both fans and the podcast hosts of Dbacks Dispatch. The Diamondbacks suffered a brutal 11-0 loss to the Giants, leading to heightened concern about the team’s chances. “That was the most down I’ve been all season,” Brandon admitted, capturing the collective sentiment of many Arizona supporters.
Despite holding on to postseason hopes, the tone was one of uncertainty. As Brandon pointed out, “Even if we make it in, I’m not feeling confident.” The crushing loss highlighted issues that have plagued the team for weeks, including pitching struggles and inconsistent offense.
Zac Gallen’s stellar performance in Game 3 was one of the few bright spots in an otherwise tough series. In what many viewed as a must-win game, Gallen delivered under pressure. “This was probably the biggest game of the season, and one of the biggest of his career,” Gabriel noted, praising Gallen’s ability to settle in after a rough start.
The right-hander managed to keep the Giants at bay, giving Arizona a chance to salvage the series. However, concerns lingered about the team’s bullpen, which has been stretched thin in recent weeks. “Our bullpen is absolutely exhausted right now,” Brandon pointed out, referencing the frequent use of relievers like Justin Martinez, who has struggled lately.
The upcoming series against the San Diego Padres looms large for the Dbacks. With only a few games remaining, Arizona’s playoff hopes are far from secure. The hosts of Dbacks Dispatch discussed the anxiety surrounding these final games, emphasizing that every game is now a must-win. “The amount of anxiety this is going to cause…my anxiety is at like fifty,” Gabriel said, a sentiment likely shared by many in the fanbase.
The Diamondbacks need a series win to secure a wild-card spot, but even then, they may need help from other teams. As Gabriel explained, “We might not even know if they’re in until late Monday night.” The uncertainty has left fans on edge, with little room for error as the season winds down.
One of the biggest questions surrounding the team is how they manage their roster, particularly key players like Zac Gallen. There’s speculation about whether Gallen should be used out of the bullpen if necessary, given the team’s dire situation. “Do they try him on Sunday if we’re still in it and need to win?” Brandon asked. The dilemma revolves around whether to sacrifice Gallen’s availability for the wild-card game to secure a win in the final series.
Other lineup decisions, such as resting key players like Ketel Marte and Lourdes Gurriel Jr., have sparked debate. Fans were vocal about their displeasure with Marte’s absence in a critical game earlier in the series, even though Marte reportedly asked for a rest day. As Gabriel summarized, “If our best players aren’t playing, we’re managing ourselves out of the playoffs.”
If the Diamondbacks fail to make the playoffs, will the season be considered a failure? The hosts of Dbacks Dispatch were unanimous in their assessment. “Complete failure,” Oscar said, echoing the sentiments of many fans who expected more from a team that reached the World Series just last year. “If you don’t make the playoffs, it’s a disappointment,” Oscar added, citing the team’s high expectations and significant offseason spending.
Despite some progress, such as standout performances from young players, the overarching feeling is that missing the playoffs would negate much of the success seen during the season. “This isn’t 2022. This team was expected to make the playoffs,” Brandon remarked, highlighting the heightened stakes this year.
As the Diamondbacks head into their final series of the season against the Padres, the pressure couldn’t be higher. A sweep could not only secure a playoff spot but potentially give them home-field advantage in the wild-card round. However, anything less than a series win may leave the team relying on help from other teams, a position no one wants to be in.
Gabriel encapsulated the situation perfectly: “It’s all hands on deck at this point.” Fans and players alike are bracing for a weekend filled with stress, anxiety, and hopefully, triumph as Arizona’s postseason fate hangs in the balance.
San Francisco, CA
San Francisco Rave Doc ‘Between The Beats’ Acquired by Gravitas Ventures for U.S. and Canada (EXCLUSIVE)
Indie film distributor Gravitas Ventures has secured U.S. and Canadian rights to “Between The Beats,” a feature documentary chronicling San Francisco’s early 1990s rave scene and its lasting impact on the Bay Area.
Directed by Martin O’Brien and produced by O’Brien and Mike Koeppel, the film features prominent figures from the era, including Brian Behlendorf, DJ Harvey, DJ Dan and DJ Doc Martin. It examines the DIY ethos and psychedelic community spirit that defined the scene.
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The documentary explores how the all-night electronic music dance parties attracted diverse crowds and became catalysts for many attendees who later became significant players in Silicon Valley, global dance music and activism.
O’Brien, who was involved in creating the San Francisco rave scene, said: “The film was made to take viewers on a journey back to an early ’90s music scene that has since grown into the hugely popular EDM/electronica phenomenon across the globe. I wanted to capture the magic of those early years and celebrate transformational music and the powerfully positive energy among its participants.”
Mackenzie Maguire, acquisitions manager at Gravitas Ventures, added: “This intimate look into the San Francisco rave scene is sure to fascinate audiences nationwide.”
Gravitas Ventures, an Anthem Sports & Entertainment company, plans to release “Between The Beats” on digital platforms on October 15.
The company has been on an acquisition spree of late with recent pickups including sci-fi thriller “The Fix,” starring Grace Van Dien, who appeared in “Stranger Things”; drama “My Home Unknown” starring, written and produced by first time feature director Yaz Canli; Lou Simon‘s “9 Windows,” a modern re-telling of Director Alfred Hitchcock‘s 1954 classic, “Rear Window”; and horror thriller “I’ll Play Mother.”
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