Letter to the editor
Latest news, Letters to the Editor, OpinionEditor’s Note: In 2011, our friend, Ritch Eich, published an article in the prestigious Proceedings Magazine (a monthly published by the U.S. Naval Institute founded in 1874) calling for Marines to be considered for the helm of the U.S. Naval Academy in Annapolis. 14 years later, he finally got his wish. Here are parts of his Read More →
Guest commentary: When ‘Hang in There’ can be lethal
Latest news, Op/Eds, OpinionBy John Grace For decades, the traditional investment model has been a set-it-and-forget-it approach: keep 95% in a mix of stocks and bonds, 5% in cash, and let the “long term” work its magic. That works fine for young investors adding new money during dips. But for retirees taking withdrawals, especially those with Required Minimum Read More →
Guest commentary: California can lead on recycling without leaving small businesses behind
Latest news, Op/Eds, OpinionBy Kristen Miller Here on California’s South Coast, small businesses are the backbone of our economy. From family-owned manufacturers and food producers to specialty retailers and service providers, our region thrives because of the entrepreneurial spirit that defines our communities. Our work in public policy and advocacy to support business includes carefully watching State legislation Read More →
Guest commentary: Trade, the trade deficit and the tariff rollercoaster
Latest news, Op/Eds, OpinionBy Gerhard Apfelthaler California Lutheran University Surprise, surprise! The U.S. trade deficit dropped sharply in June 2025. According to a recent report by the Bureau of Economic Analysis, the goods-and-services deficit fell to around $60 billion, down nearly 16% month-over-month and 18% year-over-year. And more good news – by July, year-over-year receipts in tariff revenue Read More →
Guest commentary: Why now is the right time to switch to an electric vehicle
Latest news, Op/Eds, OpinionTia Kordell Community Environmental Council It’s official: when it comes to protecting us from the growing threat of a climate crisis, the federal government is not just asleep at the wheel — it’s driving us in reverse. Regressive climate policies, funding rollbacks, and the purge of environmental agencies threaten to permanently set the climate movement Read More →
Guest commentary: Tricky legal issues involving employee bonuses and commissions
Latest news, Op/Eds, OpinionBy Jonathan Fraser Light Bonuses and commissions continue to be a troublesome topic because employers often enter into these arrangements without thinking about collateral issues. DISCRETIONARY VS. NON-DISCRETIONARY BONUSES An employer sets up a bonus system for employees based on productivity measurements, such as key performance indicators (KPIs). For hourly workers, this could mean a Read More →
Guest commentary: CHROs take the lead in shaping America’s business future
Latest news, Op/Eds, OpinionBy Vlad Vaiman California Lutheran University The year 2025 is shaping up to be one of the most disruptive and consequential years in the history of modern work. Business strategy, talent and technology disruption are colliding in a way that positions chief human resources officers (CHROs) not just as partners for change but as true Read More →
