Issue: June 02, 2005
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Will Arnold smash state employees’ piggy bank?
With CalPERS having $183 billion in assets, Republicans would like to put an end to the fund and its political influence.
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40 Acres and a church
Oak Park’s “historic commercial corridor” reluctantly makes room for “Sweet Daddy” Grace’s house of worship.
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Suicide schism
The California Compassionate Choices Act pits an assemblywoman against her bishop.
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Not shy and retiring
Signs of trouble for the Schwarzenegger administration.
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Letters for June 2, 2005
Love, hate, or indifference—readers express their opinions—sometimes about each other.
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Let’s get stupid
A modest proposal for preventing reality-based thinking from being a burden to our citizens and country.
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The knitting factor
Veronica Perez is bringing a new hobby to the kids in Oak Park.
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Hacks and hackers
ID-thief loopholes get closed, and Union employees get laid off.
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Democracy, not Dieboldocracy
Californians should be able to trust that their votes will be counted accurately.
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Early visions
An Oak Park block is home to two very different art shows, both up through June 11.
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Revenge of the Heritage Festival
After an unplanned two-year absence, the Sacramento Heritage Festival is back.
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About a boy
Jonathan Safran Foer’s latest book is a post-9/11 treasure despite its quirks.
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It’s a plastic passion
An event of note from the weekly calendar.
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Get Sideways in El Dorado County
An event of note from the weekly calendar.
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Dr. King’s Refrigerator and Other Bedtime Stories
What if midnight snacks are the key to racial harmony?
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Homestar Runner
Another site to decrease your productivity at work!
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Claire-audience
Dan Sostrom, owner of Tone Vendor and Clairecords, is about to embark on a new venture. Don’t worry. He won’t be giving up his day job.
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Boyz 2 men
If you’re seeking an evening of serious theater this summer, Master Harold is a good bet.
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Grand hotel
Seasons in Davis is not your run-of-the-mill hotel restaurant.
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Food Stuff
Newcastle Produce’s baked goods make it a perfect stop for travelers on Interstate 80.
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Evaluating the student body
Mr. K shakes his grade book at this semester’s Local-CD Roundup.
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Sonic primacy
The Sky Bar Cafe’s smooth—but loud—jazz leaves diners unsure whether to talk or listen.
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Paradigm shift
Paradigm, back from touring the nation, plays a free concert in Sacramento.
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The Wild Parrots of Telegraph Hill
Cinema selection of the week.
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Boxing days
With Cinderalla Man, Hollywood goes undefeated lately when it comes to major boxing movies.
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