Andrew Taban | A Year in Review: Local Leadership, Holiday Reflections |
What a year it has been! Not even one full year into the Trump Administration and we’re dealing with Epstein file leaks, an unstable economy, the perpetual question of whether we do or don’t have tariffs, skyrocketing grocery prices, and everyday goods costing more than ever before.
Meanwhile, a devoted cult tries to warp reality by insisting this is all “part of the plan.” Woo!
But let’s not focus on the federal dumpster fire this time. It’s the holiday season! Let’s keep it local, where the dysfunction is at least more manageable and occasionally entertaining.
It has certainly been an interesting local political season. The Santa Clarita City Council yet again passed over Councilwoman Marsha McLean for a leadership position, selecting freshman Councilwoman Patsy Ayala instead. I don’t personally have a problem with this decision. Patsy is a friend of mine and a great leader with whom I simply differ on political party affiliation. But it was certainly interesting to watch unfold. I almost want a tell-all or “burn book” from Marsha, because seriously, what was that about?
The local William S. Hart Union High School District has passed the gavel from the forever woman of class, Dr. Cherise Moore.
A woman who led the district through the pandemic and chaos with remarkable grace … to none other than the shock jock king of insanity himself, beloved by wanna-be Tea........