I oppose the Trump-tide that is inflicting damage to the country, in the world, and on Democracy. To limit my complicity, I considered not paying my tax obligation, this year (file but don’t pay). However, I will pay, voting with my (tax) dollars for Democracy.
John Verdi
Los Osos
Voter Fraud Claims are not Facts
The June 2 election is fast approaching. All eligible California voters will receive a mail-in ballot the first week in May. Now is the time to make sure you will receive your ballot in a timely fashion.
To make sure your voter registration is up to date, to change your registration information, or if you are new to San Luis Obispo County, to register to vote go to registertovote.ca.gov.
Contrary to what you may have heard, our elections are secure. Voter fraud is rare. Voting by non-citizens is practically non-existent. Voting by mail is secure. Research conducted by institutions across the political spectrum have all debunked claims that election fraud is rampant. A Heritage Foundation study of voting in Arizona found 36 cases of fraudulent voting in more than 42 million ballots cast across 25 years. An MIT study found 204 cases of fraudulent absentee ballots out of 250 million cast over a 20-year period. Claims of voter fraud are themselves fraudulent.
We urge you to study the candidates and the issues. Be an informed voter. Your vote is your voice and your power. Make your voice heard. Use your power. Register to vote and cast your ballot with confidence that your vote will be counted.
Janice Langley
Joanne Schultz
Wendy Brown
Jacquie Canfield
League of Women Voters of San Luis Obispo County
Enforced Rules Needed for E-Bikes Riders
P
eople in Morro Bay on Nextdoor have been complaining about e-bikes. Both kids and adults riding too fast and riding on sidewalks. Not paying attention to stop signs or direction of travel. I feel this is a dangerous situation and needs to be addressed by both the schools and the city as the parents seem to have little control.
Nolan Meeks
Morro Bay
Protecting What Makes the Central Coast Ours
In a time when growth and development often seem inevitable, it’s worth asking a simple question: what are we willing to lose?
Here on the Central Coast, we are stewards of something truly special. From our rolling hills to the delicate ecosystems that define our shoreline, San Luis Obispo County is more than just a place to live — it’s a place to protect.
That’s why I support Michael Woody for County Supervisor.
Michael brings a deeply personal commitment to this region. Coming from a legacy of Native Indians, pioneers, and fishermen, he understands what’s at stake. He’s focused on protecting our communities from large-scale industrialization, like offshore wind and battery storage plants that could permanently change our landscape.
He’s also committed to safeguarding our aquifers and the Estuary—resources that are essential to our environment and our way of life.
At the heart of Michael’s campaign is a belief that resonates with many of us: this community belongs to the people who live here, not to encroaching developers or large corporations.
That principle matters. It speaks to local control, accountability, and preserving the character of a place we call home. Vote for Michael Woody for County Supervisor and protect our classic coastal way of life.
Karen Aguilar
Morro Bay
