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No Jokin’

My adult grandchildren were at my house, and they joked that I had been smoking pot because my garage and house smelled like the outside of a cannabis warehouse.

Thank You

Just a belated “thank you” note.

Crossing Between Cultures

We lived as guest ambassadors in Toba for one year in 1989-90 as part of the 50-year Sister City relationship between Toba and Santa Barbara.

Taking a Stand Against Violence

Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders are united with allies in the face of hate.

Avoid the Uptick!

Stay local — current safety guidelines for traveling out of state require a 10-day quarantine upon return.

Good v. Evil, or Something Else

For as long as I can remember, I thought as long as there were more good people than bad, the world would be fine.

The Pot Bubbles

I can’t tell you how strongly I oppose the appointment of Das Williams to the Coastal Commission!

Rules Are Made to Be Broken

I have to say that the article on the Santa Barbara bars and restaurants that refused to follow COVID rules to be infuriating.

Unjust and Inequitable

The story of Santa Barbara Unified School District is still one of low expectations.

Doubt

I think it’s best that when facts are figured out that stories and opinions are written.

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