By Daniel L. Muñoz
In an e-mail that
Sue Braun sent on September 26 to Ron Ottinger and others, Sue
Braun issued a threat against Fran Zimmerman and John de Beck:
" John and Frances get so outrageous that they upset the rest of the board members including me. . . The only idea I have is to shoot the both of them. I was thinking of a way to get them both with one bullet..."!
This e-mail is on record in the district's computer system,
as is Ottinger's response.
The case is now being investigated by the San Diego Police Department's Criminal Investigation Unit. Mr. de Beck's response: "I'm calling for (Sue Braun's) resignation because a person capable of expressing those thoughts is not somone who should be guiding our public schools."
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Newcomer Enters Republican 2002 Gubernatorial
Primary
By: Daniel L. Muñoz
The invitation was simple, but to the point "you are
invited to participate in a Publishers Roundtable Discussion with
Bill Simon.
Mes Nacional de la Herencia Hispana, 2001
Proclamación por el Presidente de los Estados Unidos
de America
Por más de 30 años, los Estados Unidos ha celebrado
anualmente las ricas tradiciones históricas y culturales
de la comunidad hispana de nuestra nación. El Mes Nacional
de la Herencia Hispana nos da la oportunidad de expresarle a la
comunidad hispana que apreciamos profundamente las muchas contribuciones
que han hecho a nuestra sociedad, y de rendirle tributo nuevamente
a la diversidad única de nuestro país.
NATIONAL HISPANIC HERITAGE MONTH, 2001
BY THE PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
A PROCLAMATION
For more than 30 years, the United States has annually celebrated
the rich history and cultural traditions of our Nation's Hispanic
American people. National Hispanic Heritage Month provides us
an opportunity to express deep appreciation to Hispanic Americans
for their countless contributions to our society and to pay tribute
again to America's distinctive diversity.
Remembrance of Our Past to Confront our Future
By: Daniel L. Muñoz
The terrorist attack on the World Trade Center Twin Towers
in New York, Sept. 11, 2001 was still a burning memory in my mind
as I walked down the long pier at the U.S. Naval Station towards
the U.S.S. Anchorage (LSD-36). The ship looked awesome the closer
I got to it.
Perspective
Los Intrusos ... Another Episode in the
San Diego Unified School District Novela
By Yvette tenBerge
As I sit down to produce yet another piece on the San Diego
Unified School District, the ridiculous nature of this week's
chain of events has finally convinced me that the production run
by Superintendent Alan Bersin, with its excentric characters and
its dramatic developments, blows even the most popular novelas
out of the water. So, grab a cold drink, pull up a chair and sit
back - only in America, folks.
La Educación, Problema Fundamental en "Camino
Verde"
" Lucha intensa y denodada diariamente en esta
Colonia popular"
Por: Paco Zavala.
Asentados sobre de una extension de terreno abrupto de aproximádamente
250 hectáreas, poseídas por invasión hace
ya 17 años por Alejandro Herrera y sus seguidores, una
población de casi 15,000 familias, componiendose cada una
de estas de 4 a 5 miembros, se trata de un asentamiento humano
de más de 40,000 pobladores que luchan con denuedo diariamente
para lograr mejorar, abastecer a la familia y extraerla de la
pobreza en la que algunas de estas familias lamentablemente viven.
First Week of New Border-Crossing Cards Keeps
Few Back
By Yvette tenBerge
Martha Carlón Sanchez, 77, shuffles obediently behind
the Immigration and Naturalization Service (INS) inspector who
holds her expired border-crossing card and leads her to "secondary"
for further questioning. It is about 11:00 a.m. on Tuesday, October
2, and Ms. Sanchez, one of a small group of senior citizens making
their way from Ensenada, Mexico to Viejas Casino in Alpine, is
only one among many Mexican nationals that day who will attempt
a border crossing without either the new, high-tech laser visa
or a validation sticker indicating that the new card is on the
way.
Hispanic Americans Hold Patents on Important
Inventions
USPTO recognizes Hispanic American creativity during Hispanic
Heritage Month
National Hispanic Heritage Month, held each year from
September 15—October 15, celebrates Hispanic cultures and
heritage and recognizes the many contributions Hispanic Americans
have made to this nation.
Governor Davis Announces $5 Million In Grants
Available for Cesar Chavez Day
SACRAMENTO - Governor Gray Davis has announced that funding
for $5 million in grants for Cesar Chavez Day service events is
available.
City Gets Anonymous 25K to Equip Cesar Chavez Park
The City of Oceanside has received an anonymous donation
of $25,000 to pay for playground equipment in the newly created
Cesar Chavez Park at 1309 Division St. in the City's Crown Heights
neighborhood.
LA
COLUMNA VERTEBRAL
Por Diego Alvarez
Y ahora ¿qué sigue?
Después de los sucesos ocurridos el pasado 11 de
septiembre en las ciudades de Nueva York y Washington, en los
cuales, por medio de un ataque terrorista, fueron derribadas las
torres gemelas de la Gran Manzana, y en los cuales murieron miles
de personas inocentes, la sociedad americana y la comunidad internacional
se preguntan, ¿y ahora, qué sigue?
Elementary Institute of Science Finds Creative
Ways to Spark Life-Long Pursuit of Science
An overall lack of study in the scientific fields by today's
students has raised cause for concern for the future of technology-driven
America. According to statistics from the National Science Foundation,
the United States scores 17th in international tests of science
and math at eighth grade levels. American students rank lower
than the international average in general science and math assessments.
The U.S. comes in last and second to last in physics and advanced
mathematics scores. And in science performance, African American
and Hispanic students consistently score lower than their Caucasian
peers. In general, this trend leads to a significant under-representation
in our country's workforce.
CCS Partnership - Cities, Counties and Schools
Working Together
SANTA BARBARA, CA — CCS Partnership named six communities
as the most successful in delivering programs and services for
their communities through collaboration of local city governments,
counties and school districts. On Thursday, September 27 at the
CCS Partnership California Community Partnership Awards conference
and luncheon the City of Anaheim and the Anaheim City School
District received top honors of the California Gold Community
Award for their program "Anaheim Achieves." The Distinguished
Service Awards were presented to five additional collaborative
efforts in the City of South Gate; National City; City of Lake
Elsinore; City of San Diego and the counties of San Mateo
and San Joaquin.
Governor Davis Signs Zettel's Teacher Retention
Tax Credit Bill
Governor Davis signed Assembly Bill 110, by Assemblywoman
Charlene Zettel, that prevents the Franchise Tax Board from penalizing
a taxpayer for incorrectly claiming the teacher retention credit.
According to Zettel, AB 110 is a fairness measure that is intended
to address the concerns of numerous individuals throughout the
state who misinterpreted their eligibility for the credit.
Project LEAP Targets Students and The Law
An innovative program designed to interest high school
students in a legal career will be unveiled during a reception
on October 25 at the San Diego County Bar Center.
The Sally Ride Science Club
supporting girls in science
Did you know that in elementary school, roughly the same
number of girls and boys are interested in science and math? But
beginning in about sixth grade, more girls than boys drift away
from these subjects. One consequence of this leaky pipeline is
that women remain underrepresented in most technical professions-while
our nation's need for scientists and engineers remains unmet.
Fueled by her passion for science, former astronaut Sally Ride
has created the first national club dedicated to supporting girls
in their exploration of the exciting universe of science and technology.
The College Fund/Coca-Cola Corporate Intern Program
The College Fund/Coca-Cola Corporate Intern Program increases
educational and career opportunities for people of color, including
African American, Hispanic American, Asian American and American
Indian students who attend participating colleges and universities,
member institutions of The College Fund, the Hispanic Association
of Colleges and Universities, targeted historically black colleges
and universities, and majority institutions.
The Coca-Cola Company y The College Fund Llevan
Lecciones del Mundo Real a Estudiantes
Universitarios
Las Dos Empresas Inician Segundo Año de Programa de
Becas y Pasantías
The Coca-Cola Company y The College Fund están iniciando
el segundo año de su novedoso programa de pasantías
y becas que vincula al aula con el mundo del trabajo, dando a
las personas de color las herramientas que necesitan para triunfar
en el mundo corporativo de los Estados Unidos.
U.S. Hispanic Chamber To Launch Weekly TV Show
`Hispanics Today'; Weekly Series Launches in
National Syndication
The United States Hispanic Chamber of Commerce (USHCC)
today announced the launch of "Hispanics Today," the
first half-hour weekly show that showcases the contributions of
Hispanic leaders in the worlds of business, entertainment, politics,
culture, sports and issues impacting the Latino community. To
date, the show's national sponsors include AOL Time Warner, General
Motors and The Coca-Cola Company.
Neighborhood House Association Sponsors Town
Hall Meetings
Neighborhood House Association and its partners will undertake
a community-wide assessment and is inviting community members
to participate in a series of Town Hall Meetings. These "open
mike" meetings will be held throughout the County at different
locations and on different dates. All community residents will
have an opportunity to voice any comments they have about the
conditions and issues that are of greatest concern for their families.
Everyone is encouraged to share their insights about community
needs, resources and the delivery of needed community services.
Facilitators will be available to insure residents wishing to
speak to issues and concerns will get an opportunity to do so.
Encinitas, CA — Community Resource Center presents the 4th annual "Flame of Life" in recognition of National Domestic Violence Awareness Month. A tradition for a decade, National Domestic Awareness Month is observed for the purpose of mourning those who have died as a result of the abuse, celebrating those who have survived, raising public consciousness about violence in home and educating individuals to help eliminate it.
American Indian Culture Center and Museum Gala
Benefit Dinner "Bringing Nations Together"
On Saturday, October 13, 2001, the American Indian Culture
Center and Museum is hosting its second Gala Benefit Dinner, 6:00
pm to 9:30 pm at the beautiful Balboa Park Club which is located
adjacent to the Aerospace Museum and the Automobile Museum in
Balboa Park. Featured performers are Arigon Starr and her Band,
which are presently nominated for four Native American Music Awards;
Carlos Reynosa, an accomplished songwriter and Musician; and Bill
"Elk Whistle" Neal, one of Native America's foremost
flutists. All three are critically acclaimed artists who will
be gracing our stage for our enjoyment that evening.
Jose Carlos Delgado Se Une en Matrimonio Religioso
a Sandra Cervantes
El Sábado 25 de Agosto, de 2001, fue un hermoso,
soleado día en el cual se llevó acabo la boda religiosa
de Jose Carlos y Sandra.
Encienda
Una Vela
Mons. Jim Lisante
Cumpliendo Con Su Deber
Hoy deseo comentarles algo sobre mi padre. Nació
en 1920, en un hogar italiano-norteamericano. Trabajó para
pagarse sus estudios, y después de prestar servicio en
la Segunda Guerra Mundial llegó a ser oficial de la Policía
de Nueva York. Además, mientras servía como policía,
estudiaba leyes en la universidad, por la noche. Al mismo tiempo,
se casó con mi madre y formaron una familia. Y en la década
de los 80 se jubiló, y desde entonces ha disfrutado de
muy lindos momentos con mi madre y con los nietos.
Editorial
A Second Look at WTC Towers Incident Necessary
The deliberate crashing of two passenger airliners into
the top floors of the World Trade Center Twin Towers was a traumatic
event for the millions of Americans who watched it unfold before
their eyes on Sept.11, 2001. The instant showing and constant
re-showing of the deadly incident further traumatized them.
Commentary
Budget Crisis at Public Law Library Threatens
Branches
Lacking income, the San Diego County Public Law Library
may be forced to close one or two of its branches early next year.
The Public Law Library currently has three branches-one in Vista,
one in East County, and one in South Bay, as well as its Main
Library in downtown San Diego.
Commentary
National ID Card: A Very Scary Idea
By Raymond J. Keating
After the terrorist attacks of September 11, most of us realized
that our lives would change considerably on so many levels. That,
of course, includes added domestic security measures, and a wartime
response in terms of our military and intelligence capabilities.
Comentario
Pacifismo -- Terrorismo:
El Impreciso Mensaje de Ciertos Pacifistas
Norteamericanos
Por Jesus Hernández Cuellar
La paz es uno de los objetivos más importantes y maravillosos
de la humanidad. La simbolizó el pintor español
Pablo Picasso con la imagen de una paloma. Sus beneficios son
conocidos por igual por el general Colin Powell, por el multimillonario
Bill Gates y por el sub-comandante Marcos.
The Public Forum ... El Foro Publico
Attack terrorism through a world alliance
We should not attack/bomb Afghanestan just to force Bin Laden
out. There are a lot of poor people there not just the few ruling
government Taliban leaders.
Fleet Week San Diego Events Continue
Lately, many San Diegans have pondered the importance
of our freedom and the American way of life. Each year, San Diego,
home of the largest military complex in the nation, provides the
community an opportunity to recognize and pay tribute to the men
and women in our armed services during Fleet Week San Diego.
Calendar of Events...
by Berenice Cisneros
"Scream Zone"
This is the largest and scariest haunted attraction, which
began Friday, October 5 and runs through October 31 at Del Mar
Fairgrounds. Scream Zone featuring a 3-D graveyard, free
concerts, dances, a carnival, and a 25-room haunted adventure
that's filled with frights, thrills and chills. Those brave enough
will go into a 15-room 3-D haunted experience with ghouls, bugs,
and critters appearing to float in mid air. Admission to Scream
Zone is $9.95.
Aztecs Host Eastern Illinois For Homecoming
Division I-AA power visits Qualcomm
Beltran Opens and Closes the Scoring in Sockers
9-1 Rout
by John Philip Wyllie
The San Diego Sockers padded their WISL lead by walloping
the hapless Sacramento Knights by a 9-1 margin Saturday night
in the first match of last weekend's two game homestand. Local
product David Beltran, a former CIF Player of the Year for Ramona
High turned SDSU standout tallied the first and last goals of
the evening and drew the praise of Sockers head coach Brian Quinn.
Fox Sports World Español Announces Its Major
League Baseball 2001 Postseason Broadcast Schedule
Fox Sports World Español, the only 24-hour, Spanish-language
sports network in the United States, has announced it will broadcast
30 games of the 2001 Major League Baseball postseason beginning
with the Division Series on Tuesday, October 9 at 4:00 PM (ET).
The entire postseason broadcast will be transmitted in Spanish
for the first time ever in the United States and includes a pre-game
show anchored from Fox Sports World Español's Los Angeles
studio.
Chargers, Packers, Rams Unbeaten as NFL Hits
Quarter Mark
Two of them won a combined 19 games last year. One of
them won one.
Mario Domínguez Corre en Road Atlanta
la Décima de Indy Lights
El piloto mexicano Mario Domínguez quien compite
con el auto número 17 Del Valle-Corona-Televisa, del equipo
PacWest Lights, actual campeón de la categoría Indy
Lights, estará este viernes corriendo en la pista de Road
Atlanta en la décima fecha del campeonato 2001.
Junior forward Enrique Tovar was named MPSF men's
soccer player of the week
San Diego State junior forward Enrique Tovar has been
selected as the Moutain Pacific Sports Federation men's soccer
player of the week. Tovar is the first Aztec to receive the honor
this season. The occasion also marks the first time Tovar has
earned the weekly award.
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