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We asked your views about the Ciaccio family and the arrest of son Kenneth in the SDSU drug bust.
Ciaccio's family and attorney present him as the wonderful person. Regardless of his upbringing and his status at school and in the community, he still committed a crime - a crime which continues to add to the degradation of this community. All of the students involved in the sales of drugs at SDSU should be punished. Ciaccio is no different than the population he is currently incarcerated with. - Rosa
There is a lot of confusion on who was being arrested for crime and who was in the wrong place at the wrong time. Pictures of persons who have been released from custody and not charged are still being posted on San Diego news station sites. - Anonymous, San Diego
Here's just another example of why we need to seal our southern border. 90% of all illegal drugs in this country come across that border and if the drugs weren't there, then those kids wouldn't be in the life-changing trouble in which they now find themselves. We MUST seal the border NOW! - ***, Serra Mesa
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We asked for your views of billing San Diegans for trash removal.
You are absolutely right that I would vote yes in favor of people living within San Diego city having to pay for trash collection. Everyone else does, just because I don't live within city limits and live in the county I have to pay for trash, so why does the city pay for theirs?? - Jon, El Cajon
We should not have to pay trash pick up. People living in family single homes already have other expenses as it is. - Izarel, Oceanside
Hahahahahahahahahahahaha I'll vote to repeal the ordinance as soon as the City Council votes to repeal all the unethical pension programs. - Michael, San Diego
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We asked what you thought of the people who broke the law to save the seal pup trapped in a fishing net.
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 Injured Seal Caught in Net and Red Tape 5/6/08
A crowd has gathered to take a look at the baby seal caught in a fishing net at the Children's Pool in La Jolla. But federal laws prohibit anyone from helping it. Lynn Stuart has both sides of the story. |
I want to personally thank the person or persons who released this baby from certain death. Sometimes laws just don't make sense. I commend you, you did the right thing! - Judy, San Diego
I think it is ridiculous that these tree huggers will gladly violate laws they helped put into place They insist they did the right thing, yet refuse to show they're faces on TV. What they did was illegal and I hope they are found and prosecuted. - Tracy, Rancho Penasquitos
Breaking the law to save a life, regardless if it's an animal, should not be punished. We all should look out for each other. It's not a crime to save a life!! - Leslie, South San Diego
Thank God common sense reigned for the baby seal. Laws are designed to help and protect animals and that baby seal needed help. We need to get our priorities straight even if it means not following the "letter" of the law. - Christine, University Heights
I was specifically watching the news tonite in hopes there would be an update on the entangled seal. I want to say a big Thank You!! to the young men who saved the seal. I had thoughts myself of driving an hour to the beach to try the help the seal myself. It was too much to bear watching it. What is ironic is that the seals are not protected from eradication from the beach by the city. What kind of federal protection is that? If the men get in any trouble at all, please let the public know..and I would be glad to help with their fine, as I'm sure many friends of the seals would also. Thank you Fox 6 for the story. - Janis, Descanso
GOOD! I'm glad someone had the moxie to do the RIGHT thing. I spent all day today thinking about how I could get away with doing that sort of thing if nobody else did it, but I'm glad someone beat me to it. That baby seal doesn't deserve to suffer for some stupid political struggle over Children's Pool. - Jenn, El Cajon
Whatever happened to plain common sense?! You see a baby seal is going to die, you save it. You don't consult "the law." That's the decent, moral, CONSCIOUS thing to do. - Janet, Solana Beach
The men who saved this baby seal should be rewarded rather than penalized. Shame on anyone who wants to charge them with a crime! - Daniel, Bankers Hill
It would have been better if these guys had just contacted the proper authorities to get this issue resolved. There are reasons why we have laws...We all need to follow them. - Fred, Point Loma
I think it's wonderful that those men saved that animal. Yes they were taking a risk, but it was for a good reason. It's great to hear that people care so much about wildlife. More people should get involved with wildlife preservation. - Delanie, La Mesa
I think, although, Federally protected, there should be 'emergency' protocol in place which would have sent out capable ppl to free the pup vs. waiting for very humane ppl to take it into their own hands to free the pup! - Sharon, La Jolla
Whoever helped free the sea lion from the fishing net by risking harm from the traumatized animal and getting arrested for breaking a law that (ironically) was meant to protect it is a hero, not a criminal. Any attempt to prosecute this person would be a travesty. - John, El Cajon
I am so glad that some people helped to free the baby seal from the net. I think it bothered a lot of people watching the poor thing suffering like that and just leave it to die. I consider those people heros. I don't believe in doing anything to break the law but this is stupid and the law has to be changed to certain conditions. - Dina, Lakeside
One of the things I admired about California after moving here two years ago from the Southeast was their respect for the enviroment. I'm shocked that anyone would even entertain the thought of charging these men for helping free one of God's precious creatures. Shame on the Wildlife and Game commission for not helping this baby thrive!! - Laine, Encinitas
I think it is fantastic that those men risked their health to save an innocent baby seal. a law is a law but in this case I believe they did the right thing! HEROS OF THE DAY! - Carly, Encinitas
I am glad the 2 men rescued that seal as it was the humane thing to do. Law or no law, the seal would have died if they hadn't rescued it and I dont think they should be charged with a criminal offense. These men are heroes. I think this law should be revised to accommodate such extenuating circumstances as this. - Robyn, Chula Vista
I think anytime we can safely save another life, man or animal, it is our duty to do so. I am proud of the people who took the net off the baby seal and risked possible prosecution to do so. Additionally, for the woman who thought they should not do it if they did not know what they were doing, I don't know if they were experienced in what they did, but it seems as though they had a logical plan, thought it through and carried it out with success. Even if it had turned out otherwise, they should have been applauded for the attempt. What would that say about humanity if no one even tried???! ? Thank you so much for your courage and caring of that life!!! - Rene, Vista
To stand idly and do nothing to prevent the unnecessary suffering of the seal pup would have been a far greater crime. Kudos to the rescuers who exercised their common sense, compassion and courage to aid this fellow living being. - Connie, San Diego
Shame on those who would use a law meant to protect animals to allow a baby seal to suffer and die. It's pathetic and inhumane. - Christine, University Heights
I don't understand why they could send someone to jail for helping a dying animal. People do illegal things everyday, and when they try to do something good, they can get in trouble. Hypothetically, a human baby is choking, should no one but the baby's family should help? The seal was in pain, and so would that child. Millions of families and children saw the video of the baby seal aired, making people heartbroken. Children who love animals with all of their heart probably broke down into tears. I myself nearly did. I am very proud of the two men who had helped the baby seal. I think they should stand tall. - Mary Lou, San Carlos
What should have been a no-brainer for the authorities to come out immediatly and help the baby seal has turned complicated for some inane reason! Hurray for the Man with a brain and a big heart(and his Woman!)who did the humane thing and helped it. Give him a medal, and forget any minor law that may have been broken...for Gods sake, people, come on!!! Anyone who thinks differently about this situation needs THEIR head examined!!! - Cheryl, North Park
Hello I would like to give thanks to the 2 guys that rescued the seal. Obviously nobody else was doing anything to help the seal. When it comes to good judgement the law doesn't matter if it involves a living creature... People break the law for neglecting their own pets, why should a seal be any different. - Angela
I am happy that someone had the heart and the initiative to help the poor seal. It was the fault of humans in the first place the seal was in danger, so it is only fair that someone gets the little fellow out of the predicament. Bravo to the rescuers! - Melinda, Mira Mesa
I consider the men that helped the seals heroes. A true humanitarian would help both animals or a human that was in danger consequences become void. California lawmakers might need to back track and re-think some of these laws. - Johnathan, Clairemont
Why dont we just ask the seal if it wants to press charges? Why isn't this common sense? That interaction is much less likely to kill the seal than the situation (the seal) was already in. - Jason, Bankers Hill
I am very pleased that someone had the guts to save the life of the baby seal, how ridiculous to think anyone could hesitate, hopefully the men won't be punished and if they are, I'm sure enough people will back them up. - Barbara, Ranchita
I think that we should be thankful for these guys. They did the city a public service and the fact that no officials stepped in to help save the struggling seal is just a shame. Nothing should happen to these people who help saved the young pup. We, as a city, should be thankful that actions were taken. - AC, Carlsbad
Coming from a nation that EAT seals (whales taste better by the way) I am shocked that nobody here wanted to help the seal entangled in the fishing net. That would NEVER happen in Norway. We would immediately save the seal from the cruelty it was going through. Long live the double standards of morality that's so typical for USA! - Grete, La Jolla
I am sickened and ashamed of the inhumane way San Diego dealt with the plight of this baby seal. We can and should do much better. - Christine, Mandrake
I think the law is a little flawed. It is in place to protect the seals from human interference but we interfered when the fishing line got caught around it. We should be obligated to set things right by removing the fishing line and those two men should be applauded and praised!Nothing else! - Keith, Oceanside
It's true, they should not have been there and they could have hurt the seals but bottom line, they saved the baby seal. I hope that whatever officials take care of this, understand that. They're my heroes. - Maryanne,. Escondido
Thank god someone finally had the nerve to save that baby seal. Thank you for those who "got involved" and did the humane thing. - Cindy, Escondido
I think that the men who saved the seal did the absolute right thing. Sometimes common sense needs to prevail. The signs/laws are meant to keep people from harming the seals not saving one from a life threatening situation. I do have one question, however, where were SeaWorld employees to help? - Joe, Lakeside
I am thankful for the seal pup being saved. Finally, a happy ending to a terrible situation. - Rob, Kensington
I commend the men who rescued the seal pup. There are times when wrong is right and this was just that. If the seal had been left entangled its injuries would have been much worse. Also, I hope this sends a strong message that we need to dispose of any kind of netting correctly and not just dump it into the water. - Alexandra, San Diego
Simply put, it's time to revisit the law on Sea Lions and limitations on issues such as the story tonight at Children's Pool. San Diego I'm certain will not stand to just watch these sea lions suffer like this one has. If it been me, I would be willing to risk my breaking the law to save a sea lion from this horrible netting wrapped around his neck. Right is right, and the law in this matter is just plain wrong! - Cindy, Eastlake
Thanks to the guys who were brave enough to exercise their humanity to eleviate an inhumane situation. Hopefully they will be spared from prosecution. - Joyce, Carlsbad
Hi, Glad to hear the seal that was caught in the net was rescued. May God bless the person/s who took a risk to rescue the seal. It's little things that matters. - Charles, City Heights
A surfer attacker, college drug dealer and seal rescuer. Which one is not like the others? The right thing was done, and the law needs re-evaluation. - Tracy, Linda Vista
I'm happy that those guys were compassionate and helpful enough to save the seal in distress. I know that the law prohibits anyone from going near the seals, but those men rescued the baby seal from death and should be rewarded for their bravery. I'm glad that there are people out there that would lend a helping hand and put themselves at risk for an unselfish cause. I say "Thank You" to them. - Angie, San Diego
The pictures of the seal were heartbreaking. I'm glad that there are people in our community that follow their conscience and do the right thing. This particular law was clearly not meant for this situation. - Samantha, El Cajon
The guys who saved the seal should be commended by the public. To think that they could be punished for this is really outrageous. People need to think about the spirit of the law and not so much the letter of the law. - Mike, Scripps Ranch
You are making a story out of nothing. Two guys did the right thing, saved another life and caused no harm. The fact that your reporter called to "ask what kind of action against the men" would be taken if any, seems like your news is just looking to stir up things. Why draw attention to this? Let's move on folks! - Marc, Mission Hills
I commend the people who assisted in freeing the pup seal at La Jolla Cove last night!! The way I see it is this...I would rather take the risk in injuring myself or that of the seal(s) versus witnessing the "death" of the pup seal! Even if the pup seal were to be injured or rejected from his parents and would have to survive on its own it's still a better option versus reading in the headlines "Pup Seal Dies because of Lack of Compassion!" We as humans know we were at fault for littering the ocean in the first place and if this prolonged "wait" for assisting this pup was because local animal pro-activist was trying to disclaim a message to the public to not litter our public waters...it worked! Although it could have cost this pup seal its life in the interim!! - Heather, Mira Mesa
Laws are absolute, however, life's events are not. Kudos to the men who rescued the suffocating baby seal--a greater good prevailed despite its being deemed 'illegal'. - Mara, North Park
I'm glad some one stepped up and helped the baby seal! I think the law needs to be altered. I think it's crueler to stand around watching an animal die than to step in for 10 minutes to save the life of a wild animal. - Liya, Escondido
To help someone or something in need should be pardoned of law if the organization responsible doesn't step up. I'm a surfer, should I let someone drown because I'm not a certified lifeguard? - Bruce
There are plenty of laws made to be broken...and this is one of them. Polluters left that net in the ocean and some brave people broke the law to end the suffering. You have my heartfelt gratitude. - Barbara, Oceanside
Thank you to those men who saved the baby seal. It was wrong not to help it in the first place! - Margie, La Jolla
What kind of a world do we live in where felons march for rights and saving a suffering animal is a crime? What is the worst thing that could happen (to the on looking seals) as a result of this act of kindness? They might be so emotionally traumatized that they swim frantically out to sea never to return. Or maybe they sacrifice themselves to the sharks. Kudos to the two men who rescued the seal. It was painful to watch the images of it struggling. Sometimes I think the so-called do-gooders aren't so good after all. What ARE they thinking? - Dave, Lemon Grove
It was such a relief to hear that someone had enough guts to step up and do what was the right thing to do. I am so happy. Thank you! - Cindy, Ramona
Strange that the day before, a rescue person from SeaWorld came to "evaluate" the situation but did nothing, saying he was ordered not to free the animal from the net by the National Marine Fisheries Service! One wonders why so little protection is given these animals when clearly the pup was a victim of human activities. Where is the line drawn between interfering with natural processes and animal victimization of our carelessness. - Ellen, Paradise Hills
Unfortunately it is another one of those red tape issues. I understand it is the law. The city has no money as it is and now they want to pursue the men who out of the kindness of their hearts helped an animal. They did not do harm to anyone or the animal. It was a risk and it was successful. We do not need to spend any more of the cities money on something like this. There are rapist, murders and many more things that are very harmful or dangerous that we need to focus on. Life is too short we need open our eyes to what is important. - Mary
I support the law in respecting animals in their natural habitat; however, when the seal was suffering from man made materials I believe man should have intervened immediately to assist the seal from the unnatural restraint. Though the rescuers have broken the law I believe we should rethink when it is appropriate to enter into a habitat if an animal is suffering. That would be the humane thing to do. - Marilyn, Scripps Ranch
I'm glad the seal pup was saved. I applaud the ones that helped it. It was a man made problem, so "man" should have corrected the problem. I feel relieved. - Patricia, El Cajon
The people that rescued the seal pup should be rewarded for their actions. Why didn't SeaWorld act? - Steve, El Cajon
Sometimes you just do what is right. Saving that baby seal was just the right thing to do. - Meg, Rancho Penasquitos
I think that those men who cut the baby seal free should be applauded. In my mind and heart they are hereos. If you love animals how can anyone sit back and let it die. It is us humans who left the dangerous net in their way and we should help it. When we have had oil spills I have seen people on TV picking up the poor animals that have gotten covered with oil and rescuing them so what is the difference here? - Charmaigne
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We asked what you thought about the massive drug raid at SDSU that led to the arrest of more than 100 people.
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Students React to SDSU Drug Bust 5/6/08
An undercover drug operation leads to the arrest of 96 people, including 75 students selling or buying cocaine, marijuana, or ecstasy on SDSU's campus. |
I really think this is an outrage to our community. SDSU is a place for learning and not a place to do drugs. The Greek Community has been making things bad for a long time. It's time we shut them down. - Frank, San Diego
I believe that this drug bust was an unfair prejudice against the fraternities and SDSU in general. The news is giving SDSU and the students a bad name by blaming the entire Greek System for the acts of specific people. I believe that is is unfair to make the students work hard for all these years and this semester to just arrest them 2 weeks before they are going to be receiving their degrees. I do not believe that the police used discretion at all in the arrests and unjustly arrested and posted pictures of "suspected drugs dealers". This gives these people a bad name as well as anyone who could have associated with them. The news is simply glorifying the arrests as a step forward in a drug free campus when in reality it just angered and enraged students who know the people who may or may not have been involved. The whole story is causing complete mistrust between law enforcement and SDSU students. Students, I believe, no longer respect or trust the police after these very publicized arrests. - Megg, SDSU Area
I am a senior at SDSU and have been aware of the drug usage by fraternities and sororities since I started here. What every news source fails to mention is that the majority of sales by the fraternity members goes to sororities. Without these girls purchasing the drugs (mostly cocaine), these guys would not have been able to sustain their businesses. It is an angle no one has looked at, but since this whole thing started from an overdose of a sorority girl last May, I beleive it is worth investigating. - Kaylee, SDSU Area
President Weber & SDSU Police Dept are to be commended for allowing this investigation. Keeping the safety of our community's young people at the forefront of campus life should a priority of all college campuses. - Milton, Spring Valley
Yes, the drug bust at SDSU is detrimental to the image of the school and its students but I think it's only temporary. Drugs, far-from-model students, and the culture that goes along with them are a part of every college in the U.S. Not to say that there shouldn't be an on-going effort to minimize drugs, but the initial shock will pass and people will remember that this happens everywhere. - Nina, la Mesa
What the community at large fails to realize is that of the 96 people arrested today, only a handful are actually guilty of drug trafficking. Most of these kids are diligent students that occasionally party a little too hard. These are your future doctors, your future lawyers. Those few drug traffickers aside, all that this "drug bust" achieved was to taint the image of SDSU and ruin many innocent students' lives and careers. - Anonymous SDSU student
I can't believe that the SDSU President was putting all the blame on the outsiders who were selling the drugs. It "takes two to tangle" and equal blame must be placed on the SDSU students and even perhaps security and campus police for not realizing there was such a large drug scene on campus or perhaps even covering it up. - Rich, SDSU Area
The students' behavior is completely unacceptable. It is a sad statement on today's society that some students feel they are exempt from the drug laws that govern the rest of us--even those students who want to enforce those laws in their future careers! In addition, this incident reflects poorly on the rest of the students at SDSU, which is unfair because we already have to fight the stereotype of being a party school. It's embarrassing. - Acacia, SDSU Student
Even after these arrests, I would not be surprised if there are other drug dealers around campus. Security should be increased. People are being affected, but some of them are making the bad decision of getting into drugs in the first place. Others are tricked by having a drug placed in their drinks. It is better that the drug dealers are found as soon as possible and have them be punished, than having more people affected. I personally have never been offered to buy drugs on-campus, so my guess is that the buyer looks for the seller. - Melissa, SDSU area
Although I do think it was great that these people were caught in this drug bust, I do not think we are addressing the real problem. Are we realizing that the "War On Drugs" will not end until the actual demand for the actual drugs stop. Why not suggest random drug testing for students? This could be an alternative solution to the continuous drug epidemic our country is facing. - Claudia, San Diego
The Greek Community should be shut down!! This stuff always happens, kids dying, fights, the party violations, now this! I think SDSU needs to shut down the Greek community and then bring it back in a few years. Re-establish being a good academic school, and lose that title of it being a party school. - Lucas, SDSU
It is a shame that San Diego State's reputation is ruined as a result of a drug bust like this. Though I do not agree with officials' decision to close down the fraternities and punish the innocent, I am glad that the individuals involved with this drug ring were caught and arrested before any other tragedies could have occurred. - Jesus, San Diego
Sad, I am a proud alumni of state, this kind of activity is troubling. I'm sure this is not the last time we will hear of situations like what happened today. Where are our morals today? We need to make an example of those who violated the trust and disregard for the law. - Marc, Eastlake
I think this discovery is such a big disappointment because you would expect the students to be mature and to be strong enough to resist and say no to drugs. This is very sad! - Lucy, City Heights
I am a Criminal Justice Student at SDSU and although this situation is embarassing it is necessary in order to get the school to the level of drug intolerence that we expect to see in a University. - Ariane, Santee
I feel this is a tragedy. not only does this put SDSU Greek life on the downside, all fraternities and sororities not involved will definitiely be affected. It's just not fair. - SDSU Greek Male
I think the bust was something that had to be done, these students need to be brought to justice, SDSU is a respectable university and these students need to be kicked out. - Jeffrey, College Area
It's typical for anyone implicated in any sort of lascivious act to deny, deny, deny. It will be interesting to find out, in the end, how many of the students not arrested today will end up being behind bars despite their adamant denial and feigned shock. - Rico, Hillcrest
My daughter attends SDSU, and it is a GREAT university.I appreciate the prompt action by President Weber and law enforcement for their investigation. The guilty students should be prosecuted to the maximum allowed. They destroy dreams. - G, Ramona
As a fraternity member here at SDSU, I'm upset with the impression left upon all of the greek system here at San Diego. As a member of a fraternity not suspended for drug charges, this incident has affected all houses here on campus. Our chapter prides itself on our education, and it sucks to think the actions of a slight few has hurt even fraternities not involved in the raid this morning. I'm appreciative for what has been done to bring down this obvious problem on campus, but upset that it has left the image of what I see as the best decision of my life, to go greek. - Chris, SDSU
As a San Diego State University student, I am pleased with the drug bust. It makes me feel better that the University works hard to keep the campus safe. I have no effect on what other students do with their time at SDSU, but I believe that this should open everyone's eyes to the effects of illegal actions. - Jennifer, Del Cerro
I am glad that University officials put the safety of the campus before the campus reputation. As an Alumni of the University, I am however saddened by the negative coverage. Despite this incident the campus does have positive impacts both locally and statewide. There are many SDSU Alumni working and driving the San Diego economy and I hope the media will recognize that in its subsequent coverage. - David, Cortez Hill
I think this whole situation is upsetting for not only the students involved, but all of the student body at State. As a soon to be graduate looking for a career, I feel like I will be evaluated negatively on my educational experience from this event. Drugs are impossible to completely regulate, it is just sad that this many students had to find out the hard way right before graduation because they were looking for fast cash or whatever other reasons. - Whitney, College Area
Is it really worth the amount of tax money we spend trying to keep people from choosing to use or abuse substances that they self inflict knowing the potential harm? I seriously doubt that the SDSU campus is signifigently safer after this massive, wasteful sting. - Curtis, Hillcrest
As a graduate of SDSU's graduate business program, I am ashamed - ashamed - to tell people that I am affiliated with a school that is essentially a front for drug operations. I always knew that SDSU was well-known as a 'party school' but I never thought the school attracted or enrolled folks like these. It doesn't say much for the school's admission requirements, does it? Also, I have never had much regard for President Weber when I was a student there; as far as I'm concerned he should take the fall for this since he has presided over the school being a front for drug dealing apparently for quite some time. It's time for him to resign. - Brian, Oceanside
The students involved are adults and aware of their decisions. It's unfortunate that they turned to the use of drugs and trafficking rather then completing their educational goals. They should face judicial punishment and not be allowed to complete their education at SDSU. This is a disappointment for their family, friends, our community and all SDSU alumni. - Chris, Mission Valley
The same amount of drug use or more is going on at all college campuses. SDSU is mainly a commuter school so imagine the schools where a majority of students belong to frats and sororities. I applaud SDSU for allowing authorities to conduct such an investigation, unfortunately many colleges where drug use is more rampant won't do the same. - Frank, Chula Vista
It is a shame that these young students who are our future (and have an opportunity to make a difference) are choosing to throw it all away (and in the process destroying other lives) for a few bucks. When are they going to use their education to wise up and make a positive difference. I am glad to see that action is being taken and hope that others will think twice before making the same stupid mistake. You have your whole life ahead -do some good with it. - Karen, Ramona
It is unfortunate that so much media attention is being placed upon Theta Chi fraternity. People need to remember that it was only a select few of the numerous people arrested that were members of Theta Chi. Theta Chi as a whole should not suffer all the blame for actions carried out by other individuals. - Theta Chi Supporter, SDSU
I think it is awful that we are in a depression. That people can function on drugs and get masters, bachelors, etc. Here we are the USA wasting money on policing our supposedly free citizens. If this was alcohol in the 1920's, we would be thinking differently towards a dumb drug bust. It is nice to think that we can slow down drug use, but can't stop senseless rapes, drive byes, or car thefts. We waste money on wars and now this. When will America truly be free? I am amazed that the US is first in drug raids, stings, and wire taps, but last in education, health insurance, and domestic poverty. What a joke! - Scott, Pacific Beach
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We asked your opinion on sex offenders being relocated to Lakeside.
Sex offenders have proven they can not be rehabilitated. They should be incarcerated for life without parole. It's not worth it if one more child is hurt by these cowardly men and women. - Chris, Poway
From experience, I know what issues come with being a sex offender. I myself am one. Wherever sex offenders go, nobody wants them there. I have moved around for the past 10 years until finally I moved to Tijuana, Mexico where there is no registration laws. There will ALWAYS be sex offenders, even people who have commited sex crimes and have never been caught. It could be your neighbor or your teacher. I believe different registration requirements should be put in place because the currents ones are not helping sex offenders or the community. - McKenzie, Tijuana
Not sure if the story was balanced or not. What do the sex offenders have to say about the uproar? Seriously, I say that sex offenders should be exiled to their own island (or better yet, some place really hot and miserable like Death Valley) so they can offend each other all they want -- Just leave the rest of us out of it. - Pere, Old Scripps Ranch
There wouldn't be a need to clear brush or have more officers tracking sex offender's whereabouts or anything else if they were put away for very long prison sentences. The idea that these people should have the right to be out amongst the general public because they are registered is asinine - David, Point Loma
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We asked for your views about today's May Day immigration rallies.
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May Day March 5/1/08
A May Day rally for immigration reform erupted into a clash. It happened as Minutemen confronted marchers. John Mattes was there for the angry outburst. |
People already have the right to migrate, but they must follow the immigration laws of America. Every country has them, including Mexico. They aren't happy with how much they have already hurt America. They want to totally ruin this country and turn it into the pit hole Mexico is. - Karen, Rolando Park
Illegal immigration refers to immigration across national borders in a way that violates the immigration laws of the destination country. Under this definition, an illegal immigrant is a foreigner who either has illegally crossed an international political border, be it by land, water, or air, or a foreigner who has entered a country legally but then overstays his/her visa. Although everyone has the right to migrate, people do not have the right to break the law. Illegal immigration is forbidden by law, therefore, it is not right or ethical. However, because we cannot deny that there are many illegal immigrants working in the U.S., instead of pointing fingers, we should consider amnesty to make them U.S. Citizens so they can pay taxes on their income earned like everyone else. Then it would be a win-win situation for all. - B., Otay Mesa
I'm a American with a Mexican fiancee. If the U.S. wants the Mexicans to respect U.S. law, why don't the Americans respect Mexico law? Why is there so many illegal Americans in Mexico? As for the minute men, they need to get a life. P.S. I'll be surprised if my opinion is aired. - Jeffrey, San Ysidro
Yeah, anyone should have the right to immigrate BUT, it must be done LEGALLY. - James, Kearny Mesa
Dear President Bush, I have a concept that you and your cronies might not have come across yet. I know this may sound silly and and a little too simple for a guy like you to comprehend, but check it out DUDE!! Border crossings: Why do you guys continue to play this stupid, inane cat and mouse game that continues on a daily process. It's a given that we as Americans don't want to lose our jobs and our sovereign rights as citizens. We also don't want to be just giving away citizenships to people who don't deserve it. So why not let them earn it. We all know that we need these people! We all know that they do the jobs that we all don't want to do.They take all of our throw away jobs and do a damn good job at it and we as Americans should finally recognize this. They are needed here in America, so instead of just handing out free citizenships we should then do the honorable thing for these second class citizens. First of all: Instead of border houses with guards playing cat and mouse, we should have hiring stations up and down the border. Manned with guards to control the flow of people. Record and document each person coming over, put each one on a bus to take them to their perspective type of work whether it be a laborer, field worker, restaurant employee or whatever types of jobs that these people do well. Then at the end of their days they would get back on the bus, be brought back to the border hiring station, be given their checks and then let them go home to their families where they belong and really want to be, instead of being forced to sleep in our surrounding back hills that really pose a danger to all of us here in the U.S.of A. It's a very simple solution Mr Bush so I know this could be a concept that even YOU, could,. maybe Understand!! I know I'm being a little over zealous with my thinking and my hopes that you might understand but what the Hell. I thought that I'd throw it out there to the Universe and see what might come back....... very hopeful. Thank you for taking the time to listen. - Brian, Rancho Bernardo
I have no problem with people coming from Mexico and other countries but they need to pay taxes, get insurance, driver license, medical coverage just like the rest of us. Our taxes shouldn't have to pay for their medical care, etc. America is the land of opportunity. - Patrick, Carlsbad
I pay to legally work in Mexico, it's the Law! My Mexican clients also paid and waited to enter here. It's the LAW! IMMIGRATION-YES ILLEGALS-NO - Richard, San Diego
I understand that everyone is entitled to their opinion. However, I don't believe that it is appropriate that the Minuteman are allowed to demonstrate and at times, have become extremely violent with supporters of immigration rights. Hispanics along with other races have the right to be here. They do the work that no one else would be willing to do. The truth is, if it weren't for minorities a lot of restaurants, stores, etc would not be able to provide the kind of service that they do. Just because there are a few bad ones here, in every race you will find bad people. It does not give anyone, especially this group who tends to put an image of complete and utter ignorance out there to make an assumption that all "immigrants" (people) are here to cause problems. Like my mother, she just wanted a better life for herself and her children. I truly believe that the minuteman get away with violence and if it were an immigrant protesting the way they do, they would end up in jail and be prosecuted to the fullest extent. I am an American, I love my country, I love my freedom and am so glad that I have all these opportunities available to me but I hate the fact that I have to live with ignorant, racist individuals. This is 2008 not 1920 when we were identified by color. - Vanessa, San Diego
We need a more refined system of allowing immigrants into our country. While I support the integration of all immigrants into our nation, I believe that there are better ways to approach this. It's our country, and everyone must abide by the same rules. - Hunter, Rancho Bernardo
I certainly do agree that "everyone has a right to immigrate and work in this great country", but it must be done in a legal manner. If we as a nation allow our laws to be broken freely, then what other American laws are still worthy of being unbroken? - Kerry, Escondido
Often you hear "Immigrants should have rights", or secure the borders! All humans should be afforded rights. By the same token, every American has the right to secure borders. The real issue, the laws are antiquated. We need new laws to enforce current laws. Catch and release is not working. Further, we should add provisions to allow hard working immigrants a place they can call home and the opportunity to become citizens. If the minutemen and opposition would stop going after one another and put this challenge to the politicians we might get some positive changes. - David, San Diego
I personally believe that the the protestors for immigration really do not understand that it's ILLEGAL immigration that U.S. citizens are against. Legal immigration is a good thing, and I suggest that any illegal immigrant that want to be here legally please follow our laws just as we U.S. citizens have to follow those in other countries. Please don't try and ram your opinions and thoughts about this down our throats. Please respect our country and follow our laws. Get in line and do the LEGAL paperwork to be here LEGALLY, ok? - Rich, San Diego
It's offensive to me that they call these rallies PRO-immigrant. I am pro-immigrant but do not agree with the message that these rallies bring. Put simply, the U.S. was built on law and a vivacious spirit to uphold that law. If we undermine our laws and show absolutely no respect for the very country that gave us what not even our own countries could give us, then we will jeopardize future immigrant generations to come. I am pro-immigrant and I speak for every person who has sweat blood and tears to come here legally. - David, San Diego
I was at the march today, and it was mostly peaceful. Unfortunately, the Minutemen and the crowd got rowdy at the sight of the Fox camera. Other than that, it was a peaceful march which achieved its intended purpose - to fight for the immigrants, for the dignity they deserve as human beings. - Luis, North Park
My family came from Mexico. My grandfather didn't demand anything. He worked hard, raised several succesful children. He taught his grandchildren that nothing comes easy and you must earn what you gain. He also taught us a love for this great country It upsets me and saddens me as I see newly arrived illegal immigrants waving Mexican, Cuban and other flags demanding their "rights." It goes against everything that I was taught by my grandfather and have tried to follow. To those people I say: demand your rights at home, if you feel that by just coming here you are entitled to anything, you are sadly mistaken. - Rick, San Diego
Just because people fill a job here, they believe they have a right to migrate whenever they want. We as Americans only ask one thing, and that is any person wanting to come to this country do it legally, and observe the laws of this country. The tolerance must stop now. - Chuck
Why don't these INVADERS from Mexico want to be treated by the U.S.A. like invaders from Guatamala are treated by the Mexican government when trying to cross into Mexico, being shot, raped and otherwise horribly treated by Mexican border guards, much worse than any reported abuse by any American Border Patrol personnel??? - ***, Serra Mesa
You are showing your "unbalanced" view when you title it Migrants Rights rather than "illegal" Migrants rights. - Al, San Carlos
I served with in military, and I love the fact that we are allowed to protest or rally like this. I think something these people (on both sides) should remember is the freedom they have, feel lucky they're able to have the freedom to protest. It seems like they do. - David, El Cajon
I am a proud Mexican American who is balanced. The border problem will never end so face it! But if you come to my country learn English do whatever it takes to become a U.S. citizen and pay taxes!!!! - Alex, Chula Vista
I'm very disappointed in your piece on the immigrant rights protesters and the Minutemen clashing. You claim to be "fair and balanced", yet that piece was decidedly unbalanced. You portrayed the Minutemen protesters to be clumsy and ignorant. And despite what Ms. Silva says, people don't have a "right" to migrate wherever they want. Don't believe it? Try migrating to Mexico, wave around American flags and protest, and see how fast you get thrown in prison while they arrange your deportation. And they have the nerve to claim we're too hard on them?? ! I think you should apologize for that unabashedly "unbalanced" reporting. - Richard, San Diego
What is it that these people don't understand about illigal immigration? They have broken the law and are stripping our state of supportive programs designed to assist citizens. Disrespect continues by these demonstrators. They need to continue to band together, returning to their own country and making their difference there. They are undeserving of occupying trucking, shipping, hospital, grocery stores and many other jobs that belong for citizen opportunities. Returning to their homeland is the best solution where they can work on making their difference. Rena, San Diego
I agree with the minuteman in the march today downtown. If the Mexicans want to cross the border do it under our laws and become citizens. Also, let them pay into our social security and taxes and than I would not have a problem with them crossing the border. - Christy
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We asked your opinion of the Carmel Valley wife and mother who was caught after being on the run for more than three decades.
The only thing criminal is that she is not free and that our tax payer money is being spent on arresting and incarcerating Susan. - Craig, Otay Mesa
I do not think she should get any time for escaping. I dont believe she should be in jail now. It should be taken into consideration that she has led a productive life keeping her nose clean. She has a family now and has not been in trouble with the law in many years. - Matthew, San Diego
I feel that if you escape from jail and are able to avoid capture for 32 years you should be acquitted of the previous charges and let on your way. Although she has done bad things in her past, she would have not made it 32 years on the run if she continued to break the law. In other words, she has clearly changed her ways and should not have to spend time in jail for that. - Cliff, Carmel Valley
I dont think that this women should go to jail. Sure she made a huge mistake but really she has it together now and has kids. 10 years is really too long!! Especially when she didn't make any other mistakes after escaping from jail. Call it dumb -- call it stupid -- but other people do worse things and what really happens to them?? So why take another spot in jail for something that has been in the past? - Maggie, San Diego
If she had been incarcerated for her whole sentence, the intended puirpose of jailing her would have been to rehabilitate her back into society. She achieved that very well on her own and should be pardoned!! To be locked up again for having had drugs in her teens would be ridiculous!! - John, San Marcos
This lady is an exemplary case of someone turning their life around and doing something positive. To sentence her back to prison seems like such a mistake. Not to mention adding more burden to the Michigan State taxpayers seems really ridiculous. Justice should be fair and the measure of common sense should be applied here. - Tony, North Park
Not much has been mentioned on what Mrs. Walsh's charges were specifically, but they were something to do with drugs. America's war on drugs is not working. Mrs. Walsh was only 19 when she committed her crime. One of our major concerns with drugs are the potential risks to society. In fact, without that we really have no interest in prosecuting personal choices to use drugs. It is obvious that Mrs. Walsh made a bad choice in her past, but there is a whole lot to say about taking her life and turning it around. We have heard about her as a person as responsible, loving, caring and of the upmost ethical character. The more shocking truth here seems to be the crime not fitting the time. She was only 19, I can't understand what she could have done as a 19-year-old girl to warrant 10-20 years in prison. What ever happened to rehabilitation? If a 19-year-old sexually assaults someone, I can see how there are some serious community concerns with future behavior but 19 and drug affiliation, it is almost a rite of passage (unfortunately) in our society. To sum it up, I feel that there should be a huge public outcry to effectuate her sentence as served due to overwhelming evidence that she has accomplished a total rehabilitation. Furthermore, there are children involved. Won't it be a great day when we think about them before politics just once? - Lisa, North Park
It's sad that she could serve jail time for something she did a long time ago but it doesn't erase her unpaid debt. Let her serve 5-10 years of community service so her family isn't torn apart. - Ralph, Chula Vista
I think it is outrageous. I think the lady should not serve any more than probation or less than 1 year prison time at most, if any at all. I hope she gets the charges dismissed for lack of severity. I don't think a charge for heroin possession for sale over 15 years ago is prison time for over 10 years. That is ridiculous. There are much more severe crimes that get less time. She has lived a crime free life and doesn't seem to be any danger to anyone. Living a decent life. I just think today crimes our not sufficiently appropriately punished. I am desperate a little for her excusion to some extent of her crime. I hope a lawyer can get her off on some technicality. I am curious. What is the punishment today for selling heroin. 10 years is not appropriate. I'm just upset with that. - Philip, Mission Valley
I think the girl was very young and caught up in the wrong the thing at the time. She became a model citizen. Charge her with escape and give her parole and let her go home to her children. There are worse crimes being committed. - Debbie, Ontario
I feel she has turned her life around. Thirty years of fear she would be found is enough punishment for her. There are so many other cases that the government could spend money on. This woman is not a threat and needs to be forgiven and we need to forget her past. - Jacey, Escondido
I would hope the authorities would take into account the citizen Susan has become; as there are much bigger issues to worry about and this is a waste of time and tax payer money. - Guy, Bonsall
The Governor should definitely pardon Susan for this, so she can move on with her life. She has proven her worth to society and her family needs her. The harsh sentence she receives initially demonstrated justice was not going to be served anyway. Forgive the crime and let her move on with her life. - Dennis, Escondido
I think that an extreme amount of community service would suffice for Susan LeFevere, aka Marie Walsh's sentence. Walsh doesn't seem to pose a threat to the community. Why should she face a longer sentence than most child molesters? - Haley, Ocean Beach
We have no problem giving amnesty to illegal aliens. I feel this women has paid for her crime for all the years she had to hide. She obviously has turned her life around. Make her pay a huge fine, community service and probation. - Lorelee, El Cajon
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We asked your views about a teen who was suspended over some drawings he made of guns.
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Student Suspended Over Gun Drawing 4/29/08
Santana High School suspended 15-year old Ryan Reynolds after a teacher found a drawings of a gun in the 9th grader's backpack. Sherri Palmeri reports. |
I think it is unfair and uncalled for. I mean, I draw guns at school all the time and they don't say much about it. But I guess some schools teachers have different view about things. - Ivan, Oceanside
Kids in high schools walk around wearing and draw marijuana/alcohol/graffiti-condoning clothing. The child just drew a gun because his parents are fire-arm enthusiasts. His punishment is far too harsh. - Martin, Chula Vista
Missing class is never a good punishment for a student. Shouldn't the school discuss the drawings with the child, and find out why he drew them? - Eddie, SDSU
These pictures should have been drawn and kept at home. School is no place for this, especially in light of all the shootings that have taken place. The suspension is warranted. You nip any possible tragedy in the bud, AND you send a message to other youths to not do the same thing. - Alan, San Diego
Just when I thought going through airport security was overly thorough. It is completely appalling that our public schools seem to pick and choose what they think is appropriate. Maybe they should update a detailed list of what is considered not acceptable. Obviously a suspension as punishment is a complete overreaction. - Craven, Normal Heights
I cannot believe how unconcerned the parents are about their son drawing guns with all the school shootings it is appalling to see parents not respond to their child with some concern. It is sad to see the way parents are showing their children things like guns and not conciously talking with them about the dangers and why the school would be concerned about these drawings. I would have certainly talked with my child and let them know that guns are dangerous and the people who use them do harm and even kill people when they are not used by the right people and let my child know that there are real dangers. The boy even showed himself shooting. That really concerns me and I wouldn't want this child near my child out of concern. That is just my opinion. - Dora, Lemon Grove
I feel that the school did the right thing. It's one thing, the kid drawing the picture of the gun. It's something totally different when the young adult went a step further and drew him shooting someone not only once but twice. We can't be too careful. Sorry the parents don't see that it was a problem. Unfortunately this is the kind of thing we need to step in and not ignore otherwise what type of message are we sending? - Lisa, Escondido
I find the father in your report outrageous. We are living in a time when children are not safe in school and I believe that the school took appropriate steps to keep their students safe. The father needs to be responsible and learn how to raise children properly. "He could be shooting a terrorist." Please. - Johnny, San Diego
I don't see what the big deal is! It's just a drawing! I don't see why it's such a surprise anyway. Almost all the games today are 'shoot-em-up' games. I think the school owes the father and the boy an apology! - Liya, Escondido
Now a drawing of a gun is a crime? Can I be arrested for carring a drawing of a gun? What else can kids not draw? If I draw a picture of a car speeding can I get a moving violation? Where will this stop? - Mark, Lakeside
Thank God this student didn't draw a picture of a bible or a crucifix! - Tony, Carlsbad
As a nearby resident, I am glad any action was taken. Living in Santee there are too many spoiled, undisciplined kids and law enforcement condones their bad behavior out here! I had a very expensive case of vandalism, with a witness and license plate number, but was told "Oh, they are a student at Santana!" Big deal - what do you want to do? Wait until daddy leaves the gun out and the son uses it? Apparently he is an experienced gunner, too, as dad proudly pointed out. Liz, Santee
I have an 8-week-old son and if my son had drawings of guns and shooting people I would bring him in for an evaluation. I dont blame the school at all. If anything, I commend them for a job well done! - Ashley, Bay View Hills
Being a parent myself I would not let my family's rights be violated in anyway. But could understand where the school's policy is on these issues, and would talk to my kids about them. - Joe, Imperial Beach
It is a clear case of retaliation. The parents complained about the teacher. The teacher then finds the pictures in the kid's backpack. - Jamie, Carlsbad
I think suspension was an appropriate punishment. It is 2008 PEOPLE! We need to grow up. It starts with drawing a football player, then playing for the school team. What are the thoughts behind drawing a gun and also the shooting of them? What are the thoughts in that students head? Let it be known early so it doesnt become a situation overlooked. Enforce positivity -- not negativity. - Gerard, Lakeside
The punishment that the student was given was neither cruel nor unusual as the parent believes. The student actually deserves to be expelled from the school. Those types of drawings should be considered a threat against the school. If this was any other student, the parent would agree that the student deserves a more severe punishment. But, since the student is his son, he finds the punishment cruel and unusual. What does the parent think? - Tony, San Diego
I find that schools are trying to be over protective of their surroundings. I understand the issue with student threats on schools but most cases that happened in the past with shootings on campuses deals with emotionally unstable students. Ryan seems to be a typical teenage boy involved with the cartoon love of weapons. Many teenage boys (and YOUNGER) go through this at some time in their life. Maybe his future will be involved with armory and maybe not. The schools shouldn't hold students back from expressing themselves and this particular ruling is unfair to Ryan, his family and many other students across the nation. - Jenny, Santee
I think the suspension for Ryan Reynolds was fair and more than appropriate. I would never wish upon any child what we witnessed on March 5, 2001. To take behavior like his lightly would have been a major oversight on the school district's behalf and I would have been outraged to hear such a warning sign was overlooked by staff who lived the nightmare of a school shooting only 7 short years ago. . - Kristen, Santana High School Class of 2002, Santee
It is too bad that he has a father who is either stupid or completley clueless to why this school, for good reason, would be concerened, for obvious reasons about his drawings. - Nancy, Torrey Highlands
I am an alumni of Santana and was in attendance during the shooting. I don't view this child nor what he did as a threat. What the school should focus on is when the drawing was created to determine if the child was creating a nuisance; i.e. goofing off in class instead of focusing could be grounds for punishment, but suspension is a far cry. At most, these materials are inappropriate for school atmosphere and should have been confiscated for the parent's notification first. - Frank, El Cajon
I think today's school systems are being allowed to violate too many of our children's basic rights as stated in the constitution. Freedom of speech is not limited just to verbally speaking your opinion. The drawings this young man was suspended for are merely his way of speaking his mind. If he is being suspended for that, every child in a creative writing class that insinuates death through a poem, song, story, etc should be suspended as well. A drawing is in no way threatening the live's or well being of ANYONE! - Racheal, Oceanside
I think the school went too far. It's just a drawing the student made. - David, Chula Vista
I go to school with Ryan at Santana. He is in my third period class. He is a nice kid but I understand why he was suspended. Due to Santana's past, I think it was necessary. - Alex, Santee
The thing that bugs me is that the teacher went through the kid's backpack. Teachers do not have any right to do that. He was only expressing himself through drawing and it wasn't directed at anyone. I think the teacher and principal could have dealt with it in a better manner even though there was a shooting a decade ago. - Dunia, El Cajon
It's not the child's fault but what is the father thinking? That is why there is so much violence in the schools. The parents are not teaching better. The father should be punished -- not the child - Jeffrey, San Ysidro
I completely agree with the suspension of the student. Yes, the student has freedom of speech, but in the times we live in, we must err on the side of caution. Most normal students do NOT go around drawing guns or shooting other people. The parents need to really think if it's proper to take a young boy out to gun shows and have him draw pictures of killing people. I believe it's completely irresponsible of the parents and they should be embarrassed for themselves and their son. - Carlos, College Area
I'm a high school student in San Diego. And I know that many students do not do the right thing because they are influence by their friends. Even though this kid do drawings about guns, one does not knows what are his true feelings. I think that the district did the right thing because they should be prepared for the worst and not wait for the tragedy. "Class of 2009" - Alex, San Diego
Unbelievable...really unbelievable. San Diego will allow its police officers to shoot an innocent women and her son but won't allow a kid to doodle on a piece of paper. The "public school system" has become a joke. If I had a kid in that school, I'd be home schooling after this. - John, Imperial Beach
I wonder how the student's father would feel if his son had carried out the drawing situations? I think the school did the right thing. I applaud the parents of the student in South Carolina who turned in their son, who was going to blow up his high school. You just never know what is going on in the student's mind. - Maria, Chula Vista
Wow. I can't believe drawing guns can now get you suspended. Its pretty amazing how our freedoms of expression are slowly deteriorating. Whatever happened to the good ol' America we once knew? - Emanuel, San Ysidro
After watching the news on this and listening to the father say he's using freedom of speech. Umm no, what's next? He shows us his freedom of speech with his fathers gun? After seeing the pictures he drew, I think suspension is a good way to show kids that this is not funny and will not be tolerated. - Tate, Hillcrest
I Think It Is Very Unfair of a student being suspended for harmless drawing. The parents should appeal it to the school district. There is no threat out to nobody and frankly I think the school officials took it very exaggerated and should think twice before suspending kids for over-reacting reasons like such. - Eric, Solana Beach
Ryan should not have been suspended for his artwork. His art was in his backpack and there was no threat accompanying the art or even depicted within it. This is a clear example of how the educational system is flexing its muscle. - Dan, Imperial Beach
Will the PC overreaction ever end? Bring a gun to school, certainly not. Draw a picture, get a life Mr. superintendent! - Blake, Clairemont
I applaud superintendent Collins for taking a firm stand. These type of drawings depicting murder and violence are exactly the type of red flags we've been told to look for. If he didn't take action and this child became violent, he would be blamed for NOT taking action. - Elle, San Marcos
I feel the suspension is appropriate. If the school suspects ANY type of threat to ANYONE, they have to act. If they don't, and something does happen, everyone asks 'why wasn't anything done?'. If the parents are going to involve their children in gun shows, etc...they need to teach safety and when it is/isn't appropriate to discuss guns. And schools are not the place. This IS a wake-up call. Why would this student draw a picture of him shooting ANYONE? It is irrelevant that it is 'indirectly' aimed at ANYONE. I support the schools decision and find it disturbing that the parents think it's ok to make threatening drawings, direct or indirect. - Christina, San Diego
The kid just drew a gun, because his father is a gun enthusiast. I'm a current high school senior, and I have seen kids wear and draw graffiti, marijuana, and alcohol condoning stuff. Not to mention that they never get suspended. He shouldn't have been suspended for drawing a gun, the school went too far. - Teddy, Chula Vista
As a parent and with situations getting more and more out of control in schools, I feel your children can never be too safe. I understand that the boy sees guns as normal in his home, but that's were his drawings should stay -- at home. With children getting more and more violent at a younger age, parents need to understand that any and all violence, drawn, writen, or spoken, should be taken seriously. - Cindy, El Cajon
It would be easy to say that the drawing was innocent and childish, but the truth is we have a serious problem when parents are afraid to send their kids to school. I applaud the teacher and the school for taking action, and this reflects badly on the parents. The child is obviously not mature enough to be taken to gun shows. - Thomas, Chula Vista
I'm not sure that I agree with the student being suspended. However, I do believe that something should be done to bring awareness to the fact that certain images may be disturbing to others at the school site. Especially in light of the fact that there has been a violent incident at the school involving guns. I think the image is at least in poor taste. I believe the student has a right to express himself but can't he/she do it at home or at any other place than at school? On the other hand, I'm curious to know if the school has banned all images of guns on school campuses? What about images of guns in textbooks, magazines, and other publications that I'm sure students see on campus and in the classroom at times. If so, then there very well may be an argument to suspend the student for this drawing. Thank you very much! - Ruben, Linda Vista
This story is yet another in a long line that illustrate just how broken the educational system in this country has become. This falls into the same category as the story a few years ago when a kid of 5 or 6 was expelled for sexual harassment for kissing a girl at recess. We need to seriously re-evaluate our priorities and fire any school administrator that considers this kind of knee-jerk, over-reaction as acceptable. - Damon, Escondido
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We asked how you plan to spend your Economic Stimulus checks.
I'll use the economic stimulus money to pay my unsecured tax bill. One way or another, the local or federal government will collect their "fair" share. - Jack, Oceanside
I was on Pimp my Ride and I am using my tax money to upgrade my 1973 VW Thing's engine, by having the engine bay flamesprayed and painted and getting parts of the engine powdercoated and chromed. - Erin, El Cajon
I'm spending my check on something still made in the USA: Beer and Bourbon. - Tony, Carlsbad
My stimulus check will be going towards my wedding in Jamaica in August! - Christina, La Mesa
I'm gonna take my girlfriend out to dinner. - Alex, Chula Vista
I'd much rather see real relief such as making the Bush tax cuts permanent or suspending the gasoline taxes than being given a pittance which will only be used to pay taxes from the previous year anyway! - Gary, San Diego
Myself and the wife are going to take a cruise to Alaska this month. Now we will be able to take more excursions on our trip without affecting the bank account. - Mike, San Diego
Ohhhh Yes, I could do so much with the monies we will be recieving (1,800.00), such as paying a few bills... Car payment, mortgage,etc. But this time I plan to use this money for myself. My family and I have been focusing on paying off our bills so we well deserve to treat ourselves to new furniture for our home. I plan to purchase furniture for my new home office and family room. It will look great with my newly installed hardwood floor. - Jacqueline, East Lake
I will be paying bills and putting it toward my education fees. - Heather, El Cajon
I predict this stimulus package brought fourth by our president is one big joke. If he wanted to do something to really help "stimulate" the economy, he would crack down on oil and energy companies who are reaping the highest yields ever. As well as providing more relief for small business owners (the back bone of our economy) which is taking the hardest hits in this suffering economy. Instead of trying to cram a few extra dollars in our pockets, put some confidence in the people by showing them someone really hears them and cares. - Darla, Mira Mesa
When I received my stimulus payment I will spend it to buy gold coins for the rainy day. - Corazon, San Diego
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We asked your opinion on gays in the military.
gays should not be allowed to serve in military !!!!! - Dan, San Diego
I am in the Marine Corps and stationed out of Camp Pendleton and I believe that it would effect troop morale and would cause a lot of problems. If they were to pass this I think it should be up to the men and women in the military. Maybe a vote? - Jarrod, Vista
I am oppossed to allowing gays in the military. There is a reason why the law is in effect and I support that law. As a Christian that happens to be a Marine, it is morally wrong to have homsexuals around. I will get out of the military if homsexuals are allowed to serve. God created Adam and Eve not Adam and Steve. - Michael, Murphy Canyon
It's shameful that in this day and time, that people are so narrow minded that they would not allow honorable, brave, valiant and patriotic men and women to serve in our military. If people are willing to do it, God bless them. - Bo, Normal Heights
no gays should not be allowed to serve in military - Dan, San Diego
"Don't Ask, Don't Tell" is working fine for the military. It doesn't matter if he is gay or not, if he fights for his country, that is all that matters. Don't try and push the gay agenda by forcing it on the military. - Tom, San Diego
If you enter the service with "Hi, my name is big gay Al" than you deserve what you get. But if you just keep your big mouths shut than they wouldn't have a need to question you about your sexuality. So I say don't be dumb. Just think of it as a job, with no need to advertise who you share your bed with!!! - James, San Diego
I am a United States Marine. I know the ins and outs of the U.S. Military. Allowing Gays in the military would make things for us even worse then they already are. - Ally, Terrasanta
It's ironic how it WAS in the military that my homophobia was cured when I befriended several individuals who would later confide in me their homosexuality. I remember thinking, "Hmm, I guess homosexuals aren't as weird as I thought." Since then, I've met some very smart and good-hearted people. Even more ironic, I developed a "Gaydar" and found out that my childhood best friend was gay. When he finally came out to me, he was reliefed to find out that I simply didn't mind. Mostly because that didn't change anything. 21 years later, we are still best friends. - Rodolfo, Chula Vista
The Don't Ask, Don't Tell law should be repealed. I spent four years in the Navy. The military is full of gays, most of whom don't reveal themselves. The idea that gays will ruin morale or are a security risk is very outdated. That is a carryover from the 1970's. Gay people contribute as much as straight people. - David, San Diego
Hi, I believe if the want to serve, then serve. If they don't ask then why set yourself up by telling anyone you're gay. It is just other reason to bark up the "ole I'm and your treating me badly tree" once again. No need to say "hi, I'm gay" when being in the Military. And yes, I'm gay but no need to be that open about it. - Christopher, El Cajon
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The mayor's office first denied it, but Mayor Jerry Sanders admits to FOX6 News he dropped the F-bomb on his opponent after a debate. What do you think?
I honestly don't feel as though it's a big deal. I think everyone should step down from their pedestals and breath the same air we all breath. Who hasn't told someone to "f*ck off" before? Public figures are human beings just like the rest of us. - Jessica, Pacific Beach
Sanders was justified. Sanders may not be perfect, but Steve Francis is such a two-faced phoney who's just throwing any dirt he can and seeing what will stick that it's just sickening. -- Mark, Pacific Beach
Good on ya, Mayor Sanders. I have always thought whats-his-name to be a cry baby. - Paul, San Diego
Loved it! I like men. - Nora, La Jolla
In a day and age when sex is rampant on TV and I hear things on TV that I didn't even hear in boot camp, we have the audacity to try to chastise a grown man for showing his displeasure with an opponent? Want to hear worse, go to a local schoolyard. And they were saying those words before Jerry Sanders said it. - Gary, Escondido
Wah wah wah!!! Steve Francis what a big baby!! So the Mayor told you to go "F" yourself. I'm sure it's not the first time someone said it to you. MAN UP!!! Don't go running to the press to tattle tale. - Jimmy, Bay Terraces
So what? Mayor dropped "F" bomb? We all make mistakes, and say what we wanna say, as long as it wasn't done in public. But bottom line is that we want a mayor who takes care of this city like Jerry has been. - | |