Bob Filner List of honorees Louis Rose Society Jewishsightseeing home
-1997-
June 13, 1997—Donald H.
Harrison, "Sprayed hate: ADL
offers $5,000 reward to catch vandals who struck Tifereth Israel last
weekend," and also put nazi stickers on U.S. Rep. Bob Filner's
congressional offices, San Diego Jewish Press-Heritage,
June 20, 1997—Donald H. Harrison, "'Can we be
one America?' Clinton comes to UCSD to plea for Racial
Tolerance," and mentions Rep. Bob Filner's record as freedom rider, San
Diego Jewish Press-Heritage,
September 5, 1997—Donald H. Harrison, "Police arrest neo-nazis linked
to hate flyers," San Diego Jewish Press-Heritage,
-1998-
October 23, 1998—Donald H.
Harrison, "World Series Fever Seizes San Diego Politicians," with
Filner joining in a wager of a fish taco against an New York cheesecake, San
Diego Jewish Press-Heritage,
December 25, 1998—Donald H.
Harrison, "Standing by their man: Many
in San Diego's Jewish community rally against impeachment of the president,"
and U.S. Rep. Bob Filner is among them, San Diego Jewish Press-Heritage,
-1999-
1999-05-07:Filner
reports from parleys with Middle Eastern leaders: Calls Netanyahu's behavior 'cynical' but was impressed
by Jordan's new king. He also attended a Passover seder
in Egypt
1999-05-14: Jewish
networking in the U.S. Congress: Rep. Bob Filner (D-San Diego) describes process
May 7, 1999—Donald H.
Harrison, 'Filner reports from parleys with Middle Eastern leaders; Calls
Netanyahu's behavior 'cynical' but was impressed by Jordan's new king. He also
attended a Passover seder in Egypt," San Diego Jewish Press-Heritage, May 14, 1999—Donald H. Harrison, "Jewish networking in the
U.S. Congress: Rep. Bob Filner (D-San Diego) describes process," San
Diego Jewish Press-Heritage,
May 21, 1999—Donald H. Harrison, "Community well represented at
Clinton fundraiser," San Diego Jewish Press-Heritage,
—Donald H. Harrison, "Candidates
criticize invocations at City Council," San Diego Jewish
Press-Heritage
-2000-
June 30, 2000—"Distant Davis hears the
cheers of fellow Democrats: Stuck in Sacramento for a budget vote,
congressional candidate has to miss a San Diego fundraiser starring
President Clinton." (in which U.S. Bob Filner also speaks for Assemblywoman
Davis), San Diego Jewish Press-Heritage,
July 14, 2000—Donald H.
Harrison, Congressman's father was a stalwart for civil rights,"
obituary for Joseph Filner, San Diego Jewish Press-Heritage,
October 20, 2000—Donald H. Harrison, "Filner urges powerful ethnic
coalition," San Diego Jewish Press-Heritage,
November 14, 2000—Donald H. Harrison, "San
Diego Latino-Jewish dialogue begins," San Diego Jewish Press-Heritage,
December 8, 2000—Donald H. Harrison, "Notwithstanding
Zimmer and Bloom losses, Jews to be well represented in Congress," San
Diego Jewish Press-Heritage,
December 15, 2005—Donald H. Harrison, "Filner
lobbies Mexican president Vicente Fox on border issues," San Diego
Jewish Press-Heritage,
December 29, 2000—Donald H. Harrison, "Filner
faults Senate for failing to bring immigration bill to vote," San Diego
Jewish Press-Heritage, -2001-
January 12, 2001—Donald H. Harrison, "Filner
lauds appointment of Principi as new secretary of veteran affairs," San
Diego Jewish Press-Heritage,
February 16, 2001—Donald H. Harrison, "Flying
with the Duke: In airborne interview, U.S. Rep. Cunningham
says Israel and Arab moderates will benefit from the second Bush Administration,"
and Cunningham also criticizes Bob Filner, San Diego Jewish Press-Heritage,
February 23, 2001—Donald H. Harrison, "Waxman leads campaign for
appointment of 'Holocaust envoy' by Bush administration," Filner
is among Waxman's supporters, San Diego Jewish Press-Heritage,
March 23, 2001—Donald H. Harrison, "How much punishment is enough for hate
criminal? Alex Curtis, prosecutor agree to light sentence
and apology," (Filner office had been one of his targets), San Diego
Jewish Press-Heritage,
April 13, 2001—Donald H. Harrison,
"Did anti-Semitism block medal for rocker's namesake?" story in which
Filner supports Lenny Kravitz bill, San Diego Jewish Press-Heritage,
April 27, 2001—Donald H. Harrison, "Was he
sincere? Convicted hate criminal Alex Curtis met with his
victims to 'apologize'," and Rep. Bob Filner (D-San Diego) was among them, San
Diego Jewish Press-Heritage, —Donald H. Harrison, "Confessions of
a male congressional spouse," San Diego Jewish Press-Heritage
September 7, 2001—Donald H. Harrison,
"Congress members push aid for Jewish, Filipino war
vets," San Diego Jewish Press-Heritage, September 14, 2001—Donald H. Harrison, "Jews
of San Diego react to terror assaults," San Diego Jewish Press-Heritage,
-2002-
March 8, 2002—Donald H. Harrison,
"Jewish Law & Order: Voters choose Kolender to arrest crime suspects,
Dumanis (maybe) to prosecute them and Goldstein to judge them," and Filner
renominated for Congress, San Diego Jewish Press-Heritage,
-2004-
2004-12-17
Donald H. Harrison, "Adding
to the political brew in San Diego County," San Diego Jewish
Press-Heritage
-2005-
2005-01
Jewish and Latino Dialogue: Inexorably shifting
demographics bring the two groups together in a common cause
2005-01-06
Filner sees economic boom resulting from 'jobs train'
2005-01-10
San Diego "State of City' ceremony had Jewish angles—spoken and
unspoken
2005-01-11
Jews in Senate average 83, in House 88 in League of
Conservation Voters ratings
2005-02-01
Jewish-Latino Dialogue group foresees need to monitor Filner-Vargas primary
2005-02-03
Filner & Cunningham form unlikely team in support of Filipino
veterans of WWII
2005-02-05
Jewish House members divide 11-14-1
on gays vs. military recruiter issue
2005-02-11Filner
introduces resolution honoring four African-Americans who sat in at lunch
counter
2005-02-11
Jews in House divide 1-25 on 'Real ID bill'
2005-02-16
New San Diego school board unfamiliar with Jewish communal
concerns—Bersin; School superintendent expresses concern about possible
effect of vouchers on schools and Jewish community
Undated—American
Jewish Committee, The Who, What, Where And Why of the American Jewish
Committee: San Diego Chapter, pamphlet, page 5: San Diego Chapter:
President, Tad Seth Parzen; Vice President, Alan Nevin; Immediate Past
President, Joan Dean; Interim Executive Director: Paula Jacobs. Board of
Directors: Penny J. Adler, Hon. Marty Block, Fay Crevoshay, Hon. Bonnie
Dumanis, Phyllis Epstein, Dr. Bernardo M. Ferdman, Heidi Gantwerk, Judith L.
Hahn, Marciaq Hazan, Scott Himelstein, Robert Kaplan, Rabbi Aronold Kopikis,
Mathew Kostrinsky, Hylton Lonstein, Phyllis Magerman, Paul I. Meyer, Paul A.
Nierman, David L. Osias, Miyo Reff, Faye Rose, Fred Schenk, Sidney Schuman,
Sandra Silverstein, Norman Smith, Greg Stein, Art Stromberg, Tracy Sundlun,
Susan Siesinger Ulevitch, Hon. Howard Wayne, Edward Weiner, Marc Wolfsheimer.
Board of Trustees: Dr. Lawrence Baron, Alan Bersin, Hon. Bob Filner,
Murray Galinson, William Gerelick, Muriel Goldhammer, Lucy Goldman, Jean
and Herman Gordon, Diana and Norman Hahn, Iris and Howard Harris, Deborah G.
Horwitz, Jerome Katzin. Hon. William Kolender, Dr. Abraham and Lenore Krems,
Helene K. Kruger, ARt Letter, Richard C. Levi, Bernys and Richard H. Levin,
Hamilton Loeb, Sr., Ann Ratner, Nadine Savitch, Hon. Lynn Schenk, Paula Siegel,
Abbe Stutz, Louis M. Wolfsehimer, Charles and Leah Zibbell. Office
Administrator: Marissa de Luna.
August 19, 2005—"Congressman Bob
Filner Urges Local Youth to Mobilize to Defeat the Bush Administration’s
Attack on Their Future," News release from Bob Filner for Congress:
San Diego, CA – Congressman Bob Filner will speak at a meeting sponsored by
the San Diego County Young Democrats on Monday, August 22nd, 6:30 p.m., at the
Joyce Beers Community Center in San Diego, to expose the Bush Administration’s
attack on the future of America’s youth. President Bush’s proposal to
privatize Social Security, for example, will not provide a viable safety net for
our next generation of retirees and will impose an additional burden on young
workers to fund such a scheme. “Our
future as a nation is at stake –
and young people can get us back on track. We must speak out on education,
health care, and Social Security. Washington
needs to hear noise!” said Congressman Bob Filner. The San
Diego County Young Democrats (SDCYD) are a local chapter of the California Young
Democrats, the official grassroots youth arm of the California Democratic Party,
representing Democrats under the age of 36 in San Diego County.WHAT:Filner
Urges Local Youth to Mobilize! WHEN:
6:45 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. MONDAY-August 22nd WHERE:
Joyce Beers Community Center, 1220 Cleveland Avenue, San Diego, CA 92110....
August 24, 2005—Donald H. Harrison, "Beirut 1983: An
Indelible Memory," San Diego Jewish Times, account
of Jewish War Veterans convention in San Diego, where Filner spoke.
September 21, 2005— "San Diego County Mexican American Association
Endorses Filner Over Vargas," News release from Bob Filner for Congress:
The San Diego County Mexican American Political Association announced
today that they have granted an early endorsement to Congressman Bob Filner’s
(Democrat, CA-51) 2006 primary bid for re-election over Assemblyman Juan Vargas.
“I am grateful and honored for
this recognition of my record on behalf of all people in Imperial and San
Diego Counties,” Congressman Filner said. “From expanding economic
opportunities, to fighting for civil rights, to protecting our families’
security, I have a proven record that has been recognized by an overwhelming
number of business, political and community leaders including the San Diego
County Mexican American Political Association.” The
San Diego County Mexican American Political Association made their
decision based on candidate interviews. “Congressman Filner not only
shares the ideals and values of the Latino community, but he has a proven track
record of fighting for the causes we care about. His effectiveness in
working in a bipartisan manner with the rest of the Imperial and San Diego
County Congressional Delegation makes him the best choice in this race, and we
are pleased to support his 2006 primary campaign,” said Ed Cervantes of the
San Diego County Mexican American Political Association.San Diego
County MAPA has been involved in non-partisan voter education, voter
registration, candidate development, get out the vote and other similar efforts
in San Diego for over 30 years as a chapter of the national MAPA organization
founded in 1948 by former Congressman Ed Roybal.
September 25, 2005— Marielena
Castellanos, "Congressman Bob Filner honors Don Harrison as his September
'Citizen of the Month," new release from the office of Congressman Bob
Filner: Congressman Bob Filner will honor Don
Harrison as his "Citizen of the Month" for his leadership in promoting
Jewish culture in
October 11, 2005—"Congressman Bob Filner, community leaders to hold press conference to oppose Props. 74, 75, and 76," news release from Bob Filner for Congress: Congressman Bob Filner will hold a press conference at 10:35 am on Wednesday October 12, 2005, joining elected leaders, local firefighters, nurses, teachers, and other concerned citizens to oppose Governor Schwarzenegger’s damaging agenda on the November 8th Special Election ballot. Propositions 74, 75, and 76 are bad ideas that take California in the wrong direction. Instead of solving real problems, Governor Schwarzenegger is wasting $80 million on poorly crafted initiatives. These initiatives shift power to the Governor and his special interest allies and make things worse for average Californians. WHAT: Press Conference with Congressman Bob Filner, Local Elected Leaders, and Firefighters, Nurses and Teachers WHEN: 10:35 a. TOMORROW-Wednesday, October 12, 2005 WHERE: San Diego Civic Center Concourse, 202 C. Street, San Diego, CA
October 17, 2005—Frank G Salazar, " San Diego Deputy County
Sheriff's Association Endorses Bob Filner Over Vargas! Deputy Sheriffs say
Filner is law ernforcement's choice for border region!" news
release from Bob Filner for Congress: The Deputy Sheriffs’ Association
of San Diego County, representing more than 2000 sworn officers, announced today
that they have granted an early endorsement to Congressman Bob Filner’s 2006
primary bid for re-election over termed out Assemblyman Juan Vargas. “Congressman
Filner has been a consistent supporter of public safety and law enforcement
throughout his 13 year tenure in the House,” said James Duffy, DSA president.
“He understands the security challenges that our port, border and airport
present, and his advocacy provides us with the resources we need to meet
them.” Congressman
Filner’s bi-partisan efforts were also recognized by the DSA.
“Congressman Filner’s support within our membership transcends party
lines,” Mr. Duffy asserted. “He has always looked out for our needs -
and is simply the right man for the job. We look forward to our continued
relationship with the Congressman, and we offer him our unwavering support for
his primary bid for re-election against Mr. Vargas.” “I
am honored to receive the Deputy Sheriffs’ Association endorsement,” said
Filner. “We will continue to work together to ensure that our border and
shores remain secure and our citizens safe.”
October 24, 2005—Frank G Salazar, "Mexican
American Business Professional Association endorses Bob
Filner Over Juan Vargas; Filner gets thumbs up from local Latino business
professionals," news release from Bob Filner for Congress: The Mexican American Business Professional
Association (MABPA) announced today that they have granted an “early”
endorsement to Congressman Bob Filner’s 2006 primary bid for re-election over
termed out Assemblyman Juan Vargas. MABPA
endorsed Congressman Filner due to his consistent and distinguished record
addressing the issues of the Latino business and professional communities in the
district. “Focusing on creating an efficient border for more economic
development is one of my top priorities, and with the help of the Mexican
American Business Professional Association--we will be able to continue our
fight to create more jobs, jobs and more
jobs for the people of our region,” said Filner.
“Congressman
Filner has an exemplified vision for more job creation in the district and has
been an aggressive representative to us all, and with his leadership, our
border communities will prosper,” said Josie Calderon, President of the
Mexican American Business Professional Association. The
Mexican American Business and Professional Association (MABPA) was founded in 1978, as an organization to promote economic and social
prosperity for Latinos and increase Latino participation in all sectors of the
economy and society. The group is comprised of successful Latino business,
professional and community leaders and includes a variety of professions, i.e.
medicine, law, finance, engineering, transportation, education, communications
and public affairs.
October 31, 2005—1) Dana Wilkie,
"Super-Size the Kids," San Diego Union-Tribune, page B-3. 2) Frank Salazar, "Chicano Democratic
Association endorses Bob Filner Over Juan Vargas! Ain’t
no trick this Halloween—Filner brings in treats for district!" news
release from Bob Filner for Congress: The San Diego Chicano
Democratic Association (CDA) announced this Halloween morning an early
endorsement to Congressman Bob Filner’s 2006 primary bid for re-election over
termed out Assemblyman Juan Vargas. This association represents Latino
interests in the local Democratic Party throughout the San Diego region. The CDA
joins the Mexican American Business & Professional Association
and the Mexican American Political Association in endorsing Congressman
Filner for California’s
Border District. “CDA strongly endorses Congressman Filner because we
know that he has been a champion for the interests of our district, which has
a Latino population of 55%” said Moises Aguirre, President of the San
Diego Chicano Democratic Association. “I
am honored today to have received the endorsement from the Chicano Democratic
Association. My track record speaks for itself-- whether I am fighting for more
federal funding to bring a MAGLEV train to create thousands of jobs along the
border or I am delivering money to the local School District to enable students
to attend a 4-year university, I will continue to fight for the people I
represent!” said Filner. The
CDA is comprised of successful Latino professionals and community leaders and
include a variety of professions: law, government, education, communications and
public affair.
November 2005—David Berlin, "Louis Rose Society
Holds Picnic," San Diego Jewish Journal, page 14: The
Jewish settler and entrepreneur Louis Rose played a major role in San Diego's
rapid growth for more than a century. On Sunday, September 25th, the Louis Rose
Society held a picnic to announce the creation of a statue honoring the man who
connected our city to its coastline. Among the more than 100 in attendance were
Louis Rose Society president, Donald
Harrison, U.S. Rep. Bob Filner of
San Diego, Ted Medina of the Parks and Recreation Department, David Watkins of
the San Diego Historical Society, Rabbi
Leonard Rosenthal of the San Diego Rabbinical Association chapter, and
Michael Rassler, Executive Vice President of the United Jewish Federation of San
Diego. The picnic was held at the future sight of the statue in the former Naval
Training Center which is being converted into a public park. The area was
originally laid out and developed by Rose in 1869 when he saw that San Diego,
then located mostly inland had little access to the water. To raise the
money for the statue's construction, the Louis Rose Society is asking for
donations of only $36 from at least 3,000 families. For more information on how
to get involved, visit the Louis Rose Foundation website at
November 2005—American Federation of Teachers, San Diego Community
Colleges, Election flyer for November 2005 California election—Silencing
Public Employees Who Will Speak Up? Proposition 75 in Anti-workers. Prop
75 does not protect the rights of public employees. It's an unfair power grab by
big corporations that want to silence the voices of teachers, nurses,
firefighters, police and public workers. Public employees are the leading voices
against deep cuts in education, unsafe working conditions and cuts in healthcare
and public safety. Proposition 75 is backed by powerful corporate
interests. The authors of Prop. 75 are powerful corporate interests who have
committed millions of dollars to passing this initiative. They want to take
working people out of the political process so it will be easier to cut school
spending, privatize public services and increase corporate subsidies.
Proposition 75 Only targets public employees. The non partisan center for
Responsive Politics reports that corporations already outsepend unions by 24
to1. Prop. 75 only restricts public employee unions, it does not limit
corporations. This makes the imbalance worse and tilts the playing field
severely in favor of big corporations. Don't Be Silenced. Vote No On Proposition
75....Join YOur fellow San Diegans in voting No: Congressman Bob Filner,
State Senator Denise Ducheny, State Senator Christine Keohoe, State Senator Lori
Saldana, SD Community College Board Member Rich Grosch, SD Community College
Member Peter Zschiesche, City College Academic Senate President Kathy McGinnis,
San Diego City College Associated Students, Poway City Councilmember Bob Emery,
Oceanside Mayor Jim Wood, San Diego County Treasurer Dan McAllister.
November 15, 2005—Frank G. Salazar, "Chula Vista Firefighters fire
back with Filner endorsement over Vargas; Filner’s support of Firefighters and
Community Cited," news
release from Bob Filner for Congress:
Firefighters Local 2180 today announced their endorsement of Congressman
Bob Filner over termed out Assemblymember Juan Vargas for the 2006 primary race.
Chula Vista’s firefighters are the most recent public safety group to endorse
the seven-term Congressman. Filner also proudly counts the International
Association of Fire Fighters and the Federal Wildland Fire Service Association
among his supporters.
Chula
Vista Firefighters Local 2180
President Robert Hill credits the Congressman’s consistent support among
public safety professionals to “his dedication to safer neighborhoods, and his
willingness to commit the resources to ensure it.” “This
commitment,” Hill added, “is also evident in Congressman Filner’s
unrelenting support of first responders -- the men and women on the front lines
and we back Bob 100%.” On receiving
the endorsement, Congressman Filner said, “The firefighters of Chula
Vista aim for the highest standards of performance, even in the face of a
growing area to protect. I am honored to receive their endorsement
today. I look forward to working with these impressive men and women in
the years to come.” The Chula
Vista Firefighters Local 2180 of the International Association of Fire Fighters
was established in 1973. Through the years, Local 2180 has been dedicated to
providing highly trained, professional and community-supportive men and women to
staff the Chula Vista Fire Department.
November 30, 2005—Frank G. Salazar, "Veterans
go with Filner over Vargas!" news
release from Bob Filner for Congress: Veterans’
Vision, a leading national veterans publication supporting homeless and
American veterans, has granted an early endorsement to Congressman Bob
Filner’s 2006 primary bid for re-election over termed out Assemblyman Juan
Vargas. The mission of the nationwide Veterans’
Vision is to focus the dedication and experience of veterans and national
leaders on the challenges currently facing the country. “Congressman
Bob Filner has worked tirelessly on behalf of San Diego and Imperial Valley
Veterans,” said MAJ Brian Hampton USAR (ret), Veterans’
Vision publisher. “Whether it was fighting to improve insurance
benefits for our veterans, or fighting for the needed funding for the Veterans
Administration as a ranking member on the Veterans’ Affairs committee,
Congressman Filner has been an aggressive advocate for veterans and has put
partisanship aside and gone to work for the betterment of California
veterans.” In making its endorsement, Veterans’
Vision brought together its 2006 Electoral Board made up of both
Democrats and Republicans. The board reviewed hundreds of documents, voting
records, and reviewed the candidate’s personal interest and action on
veterans’ issues. “I am honored by this endorsement—as I am reminded
every day of the great sacrifices that our veterans have made for our nation. We
owe a tremendous debt to our men and women in uniform and we must provide them
with the benefits and health care they earned—and deserve!” Congressman
Filner said. Hampton added, “Our selection process was
neither red nor blue, Democrat or Republican. It was simply about who had
done the most for veterans!” Veterans’
Vision has made over 250 endorsements for federal office since the 1996
campaign cycle.
—Caitlin Rother, "Lawmaker keeps wife on payroll:
Filner is sole client of spouse's unregistered consulting business," San
Diego Union-Tribune.
—1) "All in the family: Filner's fundraising is less than
transparent," San Diego Union-Tribune, editorial
2) , San Diego Union-Tribune, several reacting to December
4 story about Filner
—Caitlin Rother, "Vargas paid kin for work on
elections," San Diego Union-Tribune.
—Jeff Ristine, "Filner questions Schenk's
clout in D.C: I
ssue might put off vote on MTS nomination,"
San Diego Union-Tribune.
December 9, 2005—1) Caitlin Rother, "'I did forget' paid in-law lived with me, Vargas says ," San Diego Union-Tribune.
2) Jeff Ristine, "Mathis is selected as MTS board chairman : Filner criticism might have derailed Schenk nomination," San Diego Union-Tribune,
December
10, 2005—1), editorial, "It's all in the detail: Vargas
steps on own foot in feud with Filner," San Diego Union Tribune, page
B-8
2) letters to the editor, San Diego
Union-Tribune, page B-9
December 14, 2005—Frank G. Salazar, "Filner
Gets Nod From National City Firefighters Over Vargas!" news
release from Bob Filner for Congress: National City Firefighters Local
2744 today announced their endorsement of Congressman Bob Filner over termed out
Assemblymember Juan Vargas for the 2006 primary race. National City
firefighters become the most recent public safety group to endorse the
seven-term Congressman. “Congressman Filner has
never forgotten us, and has always fought for the resources that our
firefighters need to keep National City safe,” said Kevin Killacky, President
of the National City Firefighters Local 2744. “On behalf of the citizens
of National City, I am grateful and honored to receive the National City
Firefighters Local 2744 endorsement—with their help, we will continue to keep
our South Bay communities safe and address one of the issues that matters most
to the families of National City—and that is public safety!” Congressman
Filner said. Filner also proudly counts on the support of
other public safety groups like the Peace
Officers Research Association of California (PORAC), Chula
Vista Police Officers Association, Chula Vista Firefighters
Association-Local 2180, Deputy Sheriffs' Association of San Diego County,
International Association of Fire Fighters, Federal Wildland Fire Service
Association, Department of Defense Police Officers Association--International
Brotherhood of Police Officers Local 577, and the Postal Police Officers
Association among his supporters.
—Matt Potter, "Chips off the old block," San Diego Weekly Reader, page 6, which alludes to the Filner-Vargas battle.
— John Kennett, Gordon Siu,
"Ethics and Politics," San Diego Union-Tribune Letters to
the Editor section, discussing the Filner v. Vargas, Filner v. Schenk
controversies.
-2006-
—Logan Jenkins, "Cunningham can get
his good names back," San Diego Union-Tribune, in which Bob Filner
is briefly mentioned
—Cheryl Clark, "Lawmakers, beneficiaries at rally say new system should be scrapped ," San Diego Union-Tribune, quoting Congressmembers Bob Filner and Susan Davis on Medicare Part D Drug Program
January 25, 2006—Frank G.
Salazar, "Filner Charges Juan Vargas with Sabotage of a
Ten-Year Effort to Clean-up Mexican Sewage,"
news
release from Bob Filner for Congress: Congresswomen Bob Filner will be
attending tonight’s South Bay Democratic Club and will outline how termed-out
Assemblymember Juan Vargas is sabotaging efforts to clean up Mexican sewage.
“For over 10 years Juan Vargas has supported efforts to clean Mexican sewage
that flowed into our region. But now he has decided to turn his back on the
people that he represents,” said Congressman Filner. “Where there is a
problem, I will find a solution—but Mr. Vargas’ wants the Tijuana River to
remain a cesspool.” WHAT: Filner
Charges Juan Vargas with sabotaging a decade of work TONIGHT-
Wednesday,
January 25, 2006 WHERE:
Machinist Hall, 590
Park Way, Chula
Vista,
CA.... {later news release}: "Filner Charges
Juan Vargas with Sabotage of a Ten-Year Effort to Clean-up
Mexican Sewage-TOMORROW!" news
releases from Filner for Congress campaign: Congressman
Bob Filner will be accompanied by community activists and supporters tomorrow in
a press conference that will outline how termed-out Assemblymember Juan Vargas
is sabotaging efforts to clean up Mexican sewage.“For
over 10 years Juan Vargas has supported efforts to clean Mexican sewage that
flowed into our region. But now he has decided to turn his back on the people he
represents,” said Congressman Filner. “Where there is a problem, I will find
a solution—but Mr. Vargas’ wants the Tijuana River to remain a cesspool.”.
What: Filner charges Juan Vargas with sabotaging a decade of work* (Life
Size Vargas Visual to be made available) WHEN: 10:15 a.m.-10:45 a.m
TOMORROW-
Thursday, January 26, 2006 WHERE: Polluted Beach!
Imperial
Beach Pier (off Seacoast Drive), Imperial
Beach, CA.
2005-01-27—Joel
Moskowitz,M.D. "Commentary: Medicare Part D Plan Deserves Grade of
F," jewishsightseeing.com
—Caitlin Rother, "Vargas rips Rep. Filner, cites ties to
Baja project
," San Diego Union-Tribune
February 6, 2006—Frank G.
Salazar, "Juan Vargas moves into 51st
Congressional District 4 months before election to run for seat!; Bob Filner
to deliver “Welcome Basket” to Juan Vargas' office-TODAY!,"
news
release from Bob Filner for Congress: Congressman Bob
Filner will personally hand deliver a “welcome basket” TODAY to termed-out
Assemblymember Juan Vargas who recently announced that he would be leasing a
home in Chula Vista for the upcoming June primary against Congressman Bob
Filner. “If I win, I certainly will live in the
district," said Assemblymember Vargas to the local Star News newspaper on
January 13, 2006. “How can you represent an area when you’ve only lived in
it for 4 months, it takes longer than 4 months to know the issues—my
"welcome basket" will educate Mr. Vargas on the issues and details of
our district,” said Filner. WHAT: Filner delivers
“Welcome Basket” to Juan Vargas’ office. WHEN:
TODAY-Monday, February 6, 2006, 11:15a.m.—11:45
a.m. WHERE: Office of Assemblyman Juan Vargas, 678
3rd Ave # 105, Chula Vista, CA.
February 7, 2006—Frank G. Salazar, "California Professional Firefighters fire back with Filner over Vargas endorsement! State-Wide Firefighter Group goes with Filner record," news release from Bob Filner for Congress: The California Professional Firefighters, a state-wide organization, announced today their endorsement of Congressman Bob Filner’s re-election bid over termed out Assemblymember Juan Vargas for the June 2006 primary race. Filner was cited for his record and dedication to the firefighter community. “Congressman Filner has worked tirelessly for the firefighters of San Diego and the Imperial Valley—and truly is the California Professional Firefighters choice for U.S. Congress,” said Lou Paulson, President of the California Professional Firefighters. “I would like to thank the California Professional Firefighters board and its membership for their endorsement —I will continue to work hard to earn it and I will not let the CPF membership down,” Congressman Filner said. CPF’s guiding philosophy in selecting candidates is their record supporting the issues that matter to front line firefighters and their families. CPF represents 30,000 career firefighters in 150 affiliated local unions and is part of the State Council of the International Association of Fire Fighters, and are affiliated with the California Labor Federation and the State Labor Council. Filner also proudly counts on the support of other public safety groups, including the Peace Officers Research Association of California (PORAC), International Association of Fire Fighters, Federal Wildland Fire Service Association, Chula Vista Police Officers Association, Chula Vista Firefighters Association-Local 2180, National City Firefighters Local 2744, El Centro Firefighters Association, Deputy Sheriffs' Association of San Diego County, Department of Defense Police Officers Association--International Brotherhood of Police Officers Local 577, and the Postal Police Officers Association among his supporters.
—Matt Potter, "Breaking stories...Air Vargas," San Diego Reader, in which the sources of campaign contributions to rival candidates Juan Vargas and Bob Filner are discussed.
—Mike Lee and Terry Rodgers
, "Agency OKs sewage
plant for Mexico
; Agreement signed with Bajagua LLC," San
Diego Union-Tribune, in which Bob Filner is quoted
—Elizabeth Fitzsimmons, "Recognizing
their sacrifice
:
—Diane Bell, "Bob, Bill or Billy Bob," last
item in column, about light hearted reaction to columnist referring to
congressman as Bill Filner.
2006-03-21—Frank Salazar, "South Bay Forum Endorses Bob Filner
100% over Vargas; Latino Group says Filner has fought and delivered for San
Diego South Bay area community," Filner for Congress campaign news
release: The
South Bay Forum today announced
its endorsement of Congressman Bob Filner over
termed out Assemblymember Juan Vargas for the 2006 primary race.
The South Bay Forum becomes the most recent local advocacy group to endorse the
seven-term Congressman. “Bob
has supported our issues, and we can rely on Bob 100% to support what we believe
in--whether it’s social justice, education or healthcare, Bob is there, and he
embodies what we at the South Bay Forum
believe in,” said President Jose Preciado. “I
am honored to have received the South Bay Forum’s endorsement today—and I
pledge to them that I will continue to be an aggressive advocate for creating
jobs, opening access to education opportunities, and quality health care for
all,” Congressman Filner said. The
South Bay Forum is a non-partisan,
political action committee (PAC) that is committed to addressing the
educational, socioeconomic, and political needs of the San Diego South Bay area
community (Chicano/Latino emphasis) while building coalitions with other
communities. Their goals include developing, promoting, supporting, and/or
endorsing candidates that will meet those needs regardless of race, ethnicity,
or political affiliation Filner
also proudly counts on the support of other Latino groups, including the Mexican
American Business and Professional Association, Mexican American Political
Association of San Diego, Chicano Democratic Association, and the Zapata Club of
the Imperial Valley.
—Rob
Davis, "A Curious Congressman," Voice of San Diego
2006-03-28—Frank Salazar, "National
Latino Peace Officers Association goes with Bob Filner for Congress!"
Filner for Congress news release— The San
Diego and Imperial County Latino Peace Officer Associations today
announced their endorsement of Congressman Bob Filner over
termed out Assemblymember Juan Vargas for the 2006 primary
race. The National Latino Peace
Officers Association
becomes the most recent public safety group to endorse the
seven-term Congressman. “Congressman
Filner has been a consistent supporter of public safety and the Latino
Peace Officers throughout his 14 year tenure in the House,” said
David Ardilla, San Diego County LPOA president. “He understands the
security challenges that our port, border and airport present, and his advocacy
in the Latino communities reassures us that he will continue to fight to make
our communities safer.”“I
would like to thank the Latino Peace
Officers Association
for their endorsement—with their support I will continue to
work to ensure that our border region remains safe for all of our
citizens,” Congressman Filner said.Filner also proudly counts on the support of
other public safety groups, including the California
Professional Firefighters, Peace
Officers Research Association of California (PORAC),
El Centro Firefighters Association, National City Firefighters Association-Local
2744, Chula Vista Police Officers
Association, Chula Vista Firefighters Association-Local 2180,
Deputy Sheriffs' Association of San Diego County, International Association of
Fire Fighters, Federal Wildland Fire Service Association, Department of Defense
Police Officers Association-- Fraternal Order of Police, Bureau of Engraving and
Printing, and the Postal Police Officers Association.
—"Filner
to receive Amvets awards," San Diego Union-Tribune, bottom item of
four.
—Caitlin
Rother, "Group examines Cheney's role in Bajagua pact
," San Diego Union-Tribune
2006-04-04—Frank Salazar, "California
School Employees Association Supports Filner: Leading Education Group Announces
Support for Congressman Filner,"
Filner for Congress news release— The California
School Employees Association (CSEA) has announced it’s endorsement
of Congressman Bob Filner over termed out
Assemblymember Juan Vargas for the 2006 primary race. The California
School Employees Association
becomes the most recent education group to endorse the seven-term
Congressman. CSEA represents over 230,000 employees in
California’s public schools and community colleges serving in such positions
as instructional aides, peace officers, secretaries, maintenance personnel, and
other paraprofessional positions. “As
a former teacher,
I am honored to have received the support of the California School Employees
Association --and I will fight for all children to receive the quality education
that they deserve!,” Congressman Filner said. Filner
also proudly counts on the support of other education groups, including the
California Teachers Association, the California Federation of Teachers, the
American Federation of Teachers, and the National Education Association.
—Leslie
Berestein, "50,000 throng downtown in
immigrant-rights march
: Protesters seek to sway Congress, overhaul
policy," San Diego Union-Tribune (Reps. Susan Davis and Bob
Filner—both San Diego Democrats—participated in the march)
—1)
Terry Rodgers, "Visiting congressmen say they back Bajagua sewage project
," San Diego Union-Tribune
2) Frank Salazar,."Veterans of Foreign Wars
Supports Filner! VFW-PAC Makes Historic Endorsement of Filner," Filner for
Congress news release: Veterans of Foreign
Wars of the United States (VFW) PAC
has announced its endorsement of Congressman Bob Filner over termed out Assemblymember Juan Vargas for the 2006 primary
race. The VFW-PAC
becomes the most recent veterans group to endorse the
seven-term Congressman. The endorsement of Congressman Filner is the first
primary election endorsement given in the organization’s history! “The
VFW-PAC’s endorsement of Congressman Filner was based on his outstanding work
on behalf of veterans,” said Bobby Price, California VFW State Membership
Director, “He has proven himself time and time again to be an
ally and true friend of our nation’s veterans.” “My
proudest service in Congress is on the Veterans Affairs Committee. Veterans have
made incredible sacrifices for our country and they should be able to depend on
the health care and pensions promised by our Government. We must keep the
promises made to our veterans!” said Congressman Filner. The
VFW-PAC represents the nation’s 2.4 million veterans and their families and
provides them with the opportunity to support candidates for federal office who
support veterans. VFW-PAC is also the nation’s only major Veterans
Service Organization PAC.
2004-04-17—Office
of Congressman Bob Filner, Photo and caption: Congressman
Bob Filner, along with citizens and leaders from labor and faith based
organizations, held a press conference calling on Congress to move forward on
passing comprehensive immigration reform. The U.S. Senate is reviewing
various immigration proposals which include controversial measures that would
have a dramatic impact on the current system. Pictured here is Congressman
Filner (center) along with a coalition of organizations who favor comprehensive
immigration reform legislation.
2004-04-18—Frank Salazar, "Filner receives backing of California nurses; Largest organization of direct care nurses endorses Filner," Filner for Congress press release: " The California Nurses Association has announced its endorsement of Congressman Bob Filner over termed out Assemblymember Juan Vargas for the 2006 primary race in June. Founded in 1903, the California Nurses Association represents over 65,000 members in California making it the largest organization of its kind in the United States. “Bob is the best person for the job when it comes to fighting for health, labor and women’s issues which are all important to registered nurses,” said Deborah Berger, President of the state-wide California Nurses Association (CNA). The California Nurses Association serves as an advocacy organization for nurses and patients alike, and offers continuing education, mentoring and professional development programs to its members to assure they stay at the forefront of their ever-changing profession. “I’m proud of the endorsement of the CNA. Its long history of being on the front lines in health matters and their specific sponsorship of the California law guaranteeing a safe ratio of RN’s to Patients in Emergency Rooms and Hospitals makes their endorsement one of which I am extremely proud, “ said Congressman Filner. CNA is also the sponsor of numerous other patient advocacy protections, including whistleblower protection for nurses and other hospital employees who expose unsafe hospital conditions.
2006-04-24—Frank Salazar, "League of Conservation Voters endorse Filner," Filner for Congress press release: The League of Conservation Voters has announced its endorsement of Congressman Bob Filner in his re-election bid for the 51st Congressional District over termed out Assemblymember Juan Vargas for the 2006 primary race in June. Founded in 1970, the League of Conservation Voters is the nation’s only non-partisan political organization dedicated to electing pro-environmental Congressional candidates. “This endorsement process was based on Bob’s record of commitment to protect our natural resources and his work for a healthy future for all Americans,” said Tony Massaro, Senior Vice President for Political Affairs & Public Education for the League of Conservation Voters. Congressman Filner enjoys a pro-environment voting score of 89 percent and is in sharp contrast to his primary opponent in the June primary, who only voted for environmental causes about 65 percent of the time. Before a candidate can receive the League’s endorsement, they must first pass a battery of questions testing their views on key issues. The League then conducts field research and, finally a panel of the League’s staff, board members and local environmentalists interviews the candidate.
—Caitlin
Rother, "Lawmaker Vargas' ties to
insurers questioned; Assemblyman says cash, gifts
not swaying votes, San Diego Union-Tribune
2006-05-09—Frank Salazar,
"California Democratic Party Endorses
Bob Filner over Juan Vargas!" news release from Bob Filner for Congress
committee: The California Democratic Party
has announced its endorsement of Congressman Bob Filner in his
re-election bid for the 51st Congressional District over
termed out Assembly member Juan Vargas for the 2006 primary race in June. This
year's California Democratic Party convention held in Sacramento, played host to
delegates from every State Assembly and Congressional District in California and
those representing the diverse 51st Congressional District voted
overwhelmingly to return Bob Filner to Congress! “I’m
excited to receive my own party’s endorsement! They know that candidates have
to do more than just talk about issues—they have to fight for them, and I will
continue to advocate for affordable healthcare, stronger schools, and more
jobs in our communities!” said Congressman Filner. As
noted below, every Democratic Club in San Diego has endorsed Bob Filner: Chicano Democratic Association;
San Diego Democratic Women's Club; South
Bay Democratic Club; Black
Mountain Democratic Club; Eastlake-Bonita Democratic Club; Progressive
Democrats of San Diego; Rancho
North Coast Democratic Club; Joe
Stern Democratic Club;
La
Jolla Democratic Club;
La
Mesa-Foothills Democratic Club; San Diego County Young Democrats; San Diego
Democratic Club; San Diego for Democracy for America-#23 Steering
Committee; Uptown
Democratic Club; Palomar
College Democrats, and Progressive Democrats of America.
2006-05-10—Donald
H. Harrison, "Baron calls it quits as director of SDSU's Lipinsky Institute
for Judaic Studies," jewishsightseeing.com
—Caitlin
Rother, "Democrats let jabs, jokes fly
in debate
;
2006-05-15—Marielenna
Castellanos, photo cutline, congressional office of Bob Filner: "Congressman
Bob Filner (second from left, standing) recently met with local AIPAC
members in his
2006-05-17—Donald H. Harrison, "Restoration of Casa de Bandini wins support from religious, ethnic groups," jewishsightseeing.com
—"
WHAT'S NEWS . . . Wednesday . . 5/17/2006 . . . 9
am," National Journal, item on Vargas gaffe.
2006-05-17— Frank Salazar, "Sierra
Club Endorses Bob Filner for Congress! Largest
and most influential grassroots environmental group supports Filner."
Filner for Congress news release: With less than 21 days before the election, the
San
Diego / Imperial Valley Sierra Club
has announced its endorsement of Congressman Bob Filner in his
re-election bid for the 51st Congressional District over
termed out Assembly member Juan Vargas for the 2006 primary
race in June. "The
Sierra Club has once again endorsed Bob Filner for Congress for being a
consistent and active friend of environment. His actions and his voting record
definitely merit this endorsement," said Dr. Peter A. Andersen, Chairman of
the Political Committee for the San Diego/Imperial County Sierra Club.
The
Sierra Club is dedicated to practicing and promoting lawful and responsible use
of the earth’s ecosystems and resources and to educate and enlist volunteers
to protect and restore the quality of the natural and human environment.
“As
the oldest, largest and most influential grassroots environmental organization
in the United States, I am extremely proud to once again receive the endorsement
of this wonderful association,” said Congressman Filner.
—Dean Norland, "Number of Homeless Vets Called a 'Disgrace'," ABC-News
2006-05-20—Donald
H. Harrison, "Filner says San Diego 'Stand Down' program for veterans
needed 365 days a year nationally," jewishsighseeing.com
—Brendan
Daly, "Pelosi Announces Filner as Acting Ranking Member of Veterans Affairs
Committee, U.S. newswire press release
2006-05-24—Marielenna
Castellanos, photo cutline, congressional office of Bob Filner: "Congressman
Bob Filner recently welcomed to Washington, San Diego Mayor Jerry Sanders.
They were pushing the Department of Homeland Security for more funding for
&