Harris Sherline: The Unstable Future of Social Security
The only solution is to cut costs by raising the age for eligibility or reducing benefits — or both
Harris Sherline: Hustling Fear and Insecurity All About Bad News
Media keep our attention by launching a constant barrage of dire warnings
Harris Sherline: My New Year’s Resolutions
Hoping and wishing for a better future at home and abroad in 2011
Harris Sherline: Veterans Speak Out About ‘Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell’
Former soldiers discuss their experiences with gays serving in the military
Harris Sherline: The Poverty Hype
When compared with others around the world, America's 'poor' really don't have it so bad
Harris Sherline: Protect the Spirit, Traditions of Christmas
We shouldn't allow the vocal minority to dictate how — or whether — we celebrate the time-honored holiday
Harris Sherline: The ‘Living Wage’ Is a Bad Idea, Part II
Raising the pay rate for the least-qualified employees produces costly ripple effects
Harris Sherline: The ‘Living Wage’ Is a Bad Idea, Part I
Local governments and businesses pay a steep price under such ordinances
Harris Sherline: Shedding Light on Bulb Ban
New law to phase out incandescent light bulbs isn't such a bright idea
Harris Sherline: ‘Disappointed’ in Election an Understatement
In Santa Barbara County and statewide, some vote results were less than desirable
Harris Sherline: The Government’s Land Grab
The ongoing acquisition of real estate by the BLM and other agencies is counterproductive
Harris Sherline: My Birthday Wish List
Here's to good health, better politics, a bright future — and world peace
Harris Sherline: A Perfect World
It was inevitable that Obama would fail in changing America
Harris Sherline: How Many Lawyers Do We Really Need?
For good or ill, in America or abroad, lawyers are abundant
Harris Sherline: Who’s the Boss?
Employers are forced to navigate a legal minefield in hiring, firing and working with employees
Harris Sherline: Proposition 8 Revisited
Judge's ruling on same-sex marriage sends ripple effects into matters of religion and education
Harris Sherline: Heroes Among Us
Our servicemen and women, firefighters and police officers, even everyday people in our community are making sacrifices to help others
Harris Sherline: Putting ‘The Rich’ in Perspective
Obama needs to understand businesses and those who run them before deciding who won't receive tax cuts
Harris Sherline: Can We Afford a New Santa Barbara County Jail?
The issue is not whether a facility is needed, but how to pay for it
Harris Sherline: A Tribute to Our Warriors
The positive recognition and support troops are receiving today represent a welcome change
Harris Sherline: We Need Honest Accounting
In government, there's evidence of duplicity and manipulation in financial information
Harris Sherline: Order in the Court
California's Proposition 8 is just one of many legislative actions giving judges greater decision-making control
Harris Sherline: The Mosque at Ground Zero
Abetted by bleeding hearts, Islam's assault on America continues — not just under our noses but in our faces
Harris Sherline: How Shallow Can We Get?
Commercials and reality TV stoop to new lows, perhaps following a trend of educational failures
Harris Sherline: Profiling Exists, and Everyone Does It
It's only natural for people of certain characteristics to want to stick together
Harris Sherline: Neverland Should Never Be State Park
There are many reasons it's a bad idea, but the primary problem is its location
Harris Sherline: Pledging Allegiance to ... Mexico?
Only the American flag should be waving as we commemorate our independence
Harris Sherline: What Makes You Think We Read the Bills?
Vapor bills have become a common tactic to propose legislation without having to disclose details
Harris Sherline: MYOB — Mind Your Own Business
Politicians outside Arizona's jurisdiction should stop wasting taxpayer time and money focusing on its immigration law
Harris Sherline: The Record Speaks for Itself
History highlights fiscal failures in government's management of social programs
Harris Sherline: Too Many Laws Breed Contempt
Many of the more than 5 million laws on the books simply aren't relevant
Harris Sherline: Santa Barbara County’s Financial Reality
It's time to restructure local government and plan for a future with fewer personnel
Harris Sherline: The Man Without a Country
Americans who plot against our nation and its people should be stripped of their citizenship
Harris Sherline: The Deficit Hits the Fan in California
Schwarzenegger continues to lead the state down a path of fiscal disaster
Harris Sherline: The Food Police Are On the Prowl
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- 4. David Sirota: Yes, We Can Walk and Chew Gum (6 comments)
- 5. Survey Finds Drop in Support for Cigarette Tax, While Most Back Term Limits Change (5 comments)
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