Monthly Archives: October 2023

Local Governance and Change

I am hearing a concern in our City of Riverside, that resonates with many individuals in various communities: the fear of local governance becoming too aligned with broader party politics or ideologies that may not reflect the community’s needs or interests. We see this with much of our local governance pending to Newsom and a […]

A Plea for Change: The Riverside City Council Election

In the shadow of the looming Riverside City Council election, it’s evident that the City of Riverside stands at a crossroads. With the rising tide of challenges such as homelessness, increased crime, economic decline, and a shifting commercial landscape, it’s never been more urgent for our city to critically evaluate its leadership and demand a […]

DEI and the Real Meaning of Empowerment

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) have become buzzwords in our society, with many institutions and organizations touting these values as foundational to their missions. While the underlying idea of promoting a more equitable and inclusive society is laudable, there’s a growing concern that the ways in which these concepts are being presented and implemented might, […]

Why City Council Members Need Business Experience: Signing the Front of Checks, Not Just the Back

In recent times, our city has faced a plethora of challenges – from economic struggles to ensuring that local businesses can thrive amidst rapid globalization and change. To face these challenges head-on, the composition of our City Council matters significantly. One of the most overlooked yet crucial aspects of effective governance is the tangible experience […]

NSA and CISA Red and Blue Teams Share Top Ten Cybersecurity Misconfigurations By CISA

A plea for network defenders and software manufacturers to fix common problems. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY The National Security Agency (NSA) and Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) are releasing this joint cybersecurity advisory (CSA) to highlight the most common cybersecurity misconfigurations in large organizations, and detail the tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs) actors use to exploit […]

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Policy Statement on Addressing Homelessness and Reassessing the “Homes First” Policy

Introduction One of the issues that I am most passionate about solving is the homelessness crisis affecting our city. I believe we can do better. While the “Homes First” policy was implemented with the best of intentions, it’s time to reassess its effectiveness in the context of our community’s unique challenges and needs. Problems with […]