It would appear a sizeable portion of California’s elected officials might indeed suffer from the same medical condition that inflicted Mary Hayashi. Not surprisingly, the Alameda County Board of Supervisor might also be so overwhelmed by this condition they have been rendered speechless.
In Sacramento last week the drama of political activity surrounded Dan Richards, the President of the California Fish & Game Commission. Dan is apparently a Republican, though why should that matter you ask? (Well, continue reading.) Mr. Richard’s has recently spent his vacation hunting Mountain Loins in Idaho…NOT California. Doing so in California would be illegal. In Idaho, it is NOT illegal, and you actually pay to enjoy the right to do so. Sounds like a reasonable business enterprise in the State of Idaho which many Californians’ have likely enjoyed, and for which the State of Idaho generates revenue.
Well, apparently our elected officials (mostly Democrats) in California feel that Mr. Richard’s was wrong to enjoy his vacation in the manner he so desired. Further, numerous politicians’ are trying to imply that what is illegal in California should be illegal in Idaho. In addition, as such, Mr. Richard’s killing of a Mountain Loin justifies serious consequences. Therefore, some of Sacramento’s powerful Democrats are asking for his resignation.
Evidently, these Democrats seeking Mr. Richard’s resignation appear to have some sort of memory or medical condition that is impeding their thought process. Only a few months ago, one of their own, Mary Hayashi was actually convicted of committing a crime that was not only illegal in California, but illegal in Idaho, as well every state in the nation. Further, Mary Hayashi was not on vacation when she committed the crime. She actually admitted she was talking or texting on a phone that may have been the property of the State of California. How did these same Democratic power players handle that situation? They didn’t! They remained silent and welcomed Ms. Hayashi back after her conviction with open arms and a pat on the back.
Double Standard? Most would say, absolutely!
Alameda County, the hotbed of scandal as of recently is no less guilty then their political counter-parts in Sacramento.
The Alameda County Board of Supervisors has been nothing less then aggressive when it comes to playing political hardball with those that may have mismanaged county programs, filed whistle-blower complaints, questioned issues of nepotism, and challenged the BOS as a whole. Surely, the use of drugs by a staff member or employee of the BOS would not be tolerated. Alameda County does likely have a zero tolerance policy for drug use?
Well, now one of their own, Nadia Lockyer, the newest member of the Board has all but completely embarrassed Alameda County and the BOS specifically. Though Ms. Lockyer has not at this point been charged with any crimes (no different then Dan Richards), her judgment and common sense have been put on clear display, and would appear more inline with a troubled High School teenager then an adult entrusted with the public’s best interest. Nate Miley, President of the Alameda County BOS has been unwilling to address the matter head-on and when interviewed has sidestepped the question regarding the Boards position on Lockyer. Why? You would need to ask him, though speculation is running high as to the reason.
Could it be Democratic powerhouse Bill Lockyer’s power and money? Possibility, though both have suffered a serious blow as a result of Nadia’s extracurricular activities. Quite frankly, Bill’s counter-parts might be silently laughing that someone of his political experience fell victim to the oldest political problem known to man, and that is their weakness for women. You can be assured Liz Figueroa is enjoying this.
In truth, Bill may have more to be concerned about then Nadia’s troubles as it relates to any ongoing investigation(s). His involvement with Ms. O’Malley and early efforts to seemingly discredit Nadia’s boyfriend, an apparent attempt to destroy evidence, as well as possible misuse of his security detail hint of troubling questions for Big Bill. Scooter Libby can attest to the fact the actual (or perceived) crime may be overlooked, but the cover-up can be difficult to run from.
The fact that Nate Miley and the Alameda County Board of Supervisor’s HAVE NOT asked for Nadia’s resignation speaks volumes. The further Mr. Miley and the BOS delay acting, the greater chance the BOS itself will face very difficult questions regarding their judgment, common sense and whether they are indeed performing in the best interest of Alameda County.
Double Standard? The answer we believe is rather obvious.
