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We like to say of our justice system in America that, “You’re presumed innocent until proven guilty.”  Well, innocence is no longer presumed. Twelve honest jurors, approved and selected by

By David Hegg Since the beginning of our great nation, a fundamental conviction has been that our Creator endowed us with the essential “rights” of all humanity.  Further, the preamble

Dear Southern California Edison,  Thank you just oodles for your recent correspondence and concern, urging my caution for slicing the main wire that connects Los Angeles to San Diego while

A disclosure: I am co-chair of the College of the Canyons Foundation board. I’ve been a member of the COC Foundation for about two years. I was a member of

Yesterday, we honored those who gave the ultimate sacrifice to keep our country safe. My family is so fortunate that my dad and brother returned home safely. We still have

By David Hegg As you read this, Memorial Day is just around the corner. I’m sure most of us will enjoy the day off and gather with friends and family

It seems to be a guarantee in life that as generations move forward, their critique of those that come next becomes louder with each passing year.  The Greatest Generation beget

Recently, President Joe Biden surprised the planet and agreed to debate former President Donald Trump in two televised meetings. Supposedly, one is in June and one is in September. A

A disclosure: I am a member of the Chiquita Canyon Landfill Citizen’s Oversight Committee, appointed by L.A. County Supervisor Kathryn Barger. Yes, R’s or D’s after one’s name don’t matter

By David Hegg In my little world, I often hear guys musing about their legacy. They wonder how they will be remembered, what lasting impressions they will leave on the

Every day, I meet someone in the 27th Congressional District who reminds me why I’m so proud to represent our communities.  And every day, it’s the men and women I’m

Oh I’ve died and, save for $9,420 plus tax, gone to heaven. A pal recently sent me a link noting that they now are selling a Flame-Throwing Robot Dog. Besides

What traits do you look for in a public servant or elected leader?  Are family values, being aligned with your faith, caring about others, supporting law and order, telling it

By David Hegg Today is Mother’s Day, and on behalf of all the loving, praying, and long-suffering mothers in my reading audience, I have decided to speak to those they

Before the pandemic, America under President Donald Trump was booming, and we had strong economic growth. The pandemic of course saw the global economy suffer. Then as we exited pandemic,

Over the centuries, scientists and philosophers have pondered Heaven and Hell, other dimensions. The Vikings had Valhalla, a laughably violent realm where warriors battled all day and hacked each other

Many years ago, I was trying to balance bicycle racing at a national championships level, an engineering career, and a desire to contribute to the community. Frustrated that I couldn’t

I recently travelled to Cincinnati to celebrate my sister’s 90th birthday. I always thought that living to 90 is quite an accomplishment. It truly is, but as people live longer, health

I live in a nice, tree-lined neighborhood in Valencia. Carrie and I have lived in our Newhall Land-built home for 35 years now. We lived in a small house next to

By David Hegg My normal writing schedule, which involves preparing this column a week in advance, means I’m often lagging behind the news cycle. This sometimes causes me to wonder