Opinion

Elk Grove News Minute Podcast - Structures Can Be Replaced, Ideals are Much Harder

A more significant demolition is happening in real time.

D.A. Gougherty

01 Nov 2025

Much has been written and spoken about Donald Trump’s demolition of the White House’s East Wing to make way for a ballroom, or as some say, a throne room.

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November's bumper music is Lazy Eye by Silversun Pickups

Former Facebook Associate Counsel Appointed to Sacramento Superior Court

One of three appointments.

Big Oil spent over $26 million to lobby California officials in first 9 months of 2025!

Chevron and WSPA again dominate lobbying spending in California.

Potential Yes on Prop. 50 Voters Targeted by Non-Partisan Mailer

While social media algorithms aim to influence voters, traditional techniques from these so-called non-partisan groups push their agendas.

Rep. Matsui Taken to Task by Progressive Democratic Critic

Interestingly, since Mai Vang's entrance into the race, Rep. Matsui has become more visible and held a rare, hastily scheduled town hall meeting last week.

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Former Facebook Associate Counsel Appointed to Sacramento Superior Court

Big Oil spent over $26 million to lobby California officials in first 9 months of 2025!

Potential Yes on Prop. 50 Voters Targeted by Non-Partisan Mailer

Rep. Matsui Taken to Task by Progressive Democratic Critic