Supervisor Lockyer, a woman scorned.

Supervisor Nadia Lockyer emerged from seclusion and substance abuse treatment last week and joined her fellow Alameda County Supervisors on a retreat, of sorts. If any actual County business was accomplished at this retreat, it surely was overshadowed by Ms. Lockyer’s attendance.

In a mildly surprising move, State Treasurer Bill Lockyer accompanied his wife to her offices and later arrived to pick her up. Mr. Lockyer’s presence would seem to send many messages. However, one particularly strong political message was that sent to Nadia’s fellow Supervisor’s. The message appears to have been, Big Bill is still in control and he is closely watching how his wife, and um, his $1.7+ million dollar investment is treated by her co-workers. The message appears to have been clearly understood by Nadia’s fellow board members, as none of the other four members made any material statements regarding Nadia’s return. Keep in mind, it is an election year for a few BOS members and Bill’s resources, and contacts would be very helpful in seeking re-election. That of course may all be moot if an ongoing investigation(s) determines Bill and/or Nadia have violated Local, State or Federal Laws.

Neither Bill nor Nadia Lockyer made any public statements last week, though Nadia’s Chief of Staff did read a prepared statement that seemed in many ways, a re-spun, modified combined version of Mary Hayashi’s mea culpa and Nadia’s pre-rehab statement. It was of no surprise the statement was light on information and heavy on deflection and spin, as ongoing investigation(s) surely limit what could be revealed so as to protect Nadia and Bill from any pending criminal or civil claims.

With the prospects of legal uncertainty hanging over the Lockyer’s, local media appear to be actively investigating their own leads…some surely to land on the desk of Kamala Harris. The Bay Area News Group was apparently waiting for Nadia’s return to question her about visits with her lover while he was incarcerated in Santa Clara on drug related charges. The visits themselves are questionable for any elected official using good judgment and common sense, though what is highly questionable and possibly illegal is Nadia’s representation in jailhouse logs as his legal counsel. Further, on one occasion she represented herself as his “PD.” The meaning of “PD” is unclear at this point, though it likely is a standard and often used term, as jailhouse administration apparently did not question its use on sign-in logs. Speculation is “PD” is an abbreviation for either Public Defender or Police Department. Ms. Lockyer is neither of these.

Ms. Lockyer did not respond to inquires on her visits to the Santa Clara Jail. However, her Chief of Staff did respond on her behalf with allegations that her lover’s father sought Nadia’s legal assistance with his son’s criminal problems, therefore justifying her visits with him during incarceration. The allegations were met with a prompt response from the lover’s counsel that the statement is not only false, but Nadia is abusing her power. Ms. Lockyer herself later acknowledged she "was not the attorney of record" for her lover at the time of her visits. The allegations of abuse of power seem to hint of future civil claims against Alameda County, possibly the Lockyer’s personally, or a request to revoke Ms. Lockyer’s Law License in California.

The facts as reported would seemingly raise serious questions of the validity of the allegation against the father, as one of a number of Nadia’s visits apparently was nearly an hour and half long. These claimed legal visits apparently were not justified by any need for legal counsel, as the lover apparently had no pending legal matters as he was serving his required time for a prior conviction that there is no evidence he was appealing. Nadia also apparently picked up her lover from jail when he was released.

Prior information regarding this scandal further undermines the Chief of Staff’s allegations, as Bill Lockyer himself was allegedly attempting to work with the lover’s father to end the “bad relationship” and seeking to possibly destroy or cover-up evidence of the relationship. The noted evidence might include the alleged sex tape(s) which none of the key players has denied exists, and seemingly was confirmed by DA O’Malley when her investigation turned up sexually detailed evidence of a consensual relationship.

It would look as if the reappearance of Supervisor Lockyer to the public venue may be more about Nadia, the scorned lover and troubled addict, seeking to avenge her fall from grace by means of pre-emptive strikes against those who may of failed to heed Bill’s and her request for silence in a possible effort to cover up their sorted and troubling activities.

Bill Lockyer is well known for throwing around his political weight (no pun intended…okay maybe just a little) when the need arises. Though for the most part, such weight only works within political circles, and Nadia’s lover and family are not within political circles, therefore making any political weight worthless in efforts to influence the lover’s father/family. This may explain why Bill sought the help of DA O’Malley to apparently discredit the lover, which appears to have backfired on Big Bill and may hint of why the lover’s father is now a target of seemingly unsupportable allegations. It may also explain why Nadia’ claims of physical abuse at the Newark Motel never resulted in an arrest or charges.

Oh, and let’s not forget Nadia’s text messages warning of the use of Bill’s Security Detail, as well the wrath Nadia will bring her (ex) lover for ‘the pain (his) your lies have inflicted in my (Nadia’s) heart and sole every moment you find yourself alone or bored with another.”

Hell have no fury like a woman scorned…

A Political Double Standard?

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.

The Verdict is in…..

California voters will soon demand access to the medical records of all potential elected officials and those seeking re-election prior to casting their votes at the polls. You ask why….well, Friday in a San Francisco Court Room, an attorney made it clear that unknown medical conditions of our elected officials can result in criminal activity.

Speculation is sure to grow in the coming weeks and months whether Ms. Hayashi is alone in her medical condition, as what we have seen out of Alameda County in the past two to three decades might lead a large portion of Alameda County to question the medical stability and judgment of their elected officials.

It appears safe to say that Ms. Hayashi’s political career is seemingly over. The No Contest plea for thief in conjunction with the revelation that a serious medical condition has impaired her judgment closes all elected public service doors. What levelheaded California resident would vote for a person who might steal from California and/or their residents without a word of remorse, then seek sympathy for their stupidity by claiming a medical condition that no one knew of, or is there evidence present the condition actually exists?

There appears little question a medical or personality disorder may exist of some sort, as her initial defense to the charges revolved around a “distracted shopper” theory. However, in court Friday that theory seemed to have gone the way of Ms. Hayashi’s overall judgment….and vanished!

Studies show most politicians have a higher degree of narcissism then the general population. This self-absorption results in a blurred view of the world around them, and hinders their ability to understand they are equals to those who have elected them to office. Therefore, when politicians break the law, as many of their constituents have in some form or another…from speeding tickets, DUI’s, thief, drugs and beyond, elected officials would probable score substantially more points with their constituents if they reflected the human aspect of their bad decisions (poor judgment)….that being accountability, remorse and the wisdom of the consequences.

When the voters of California start electing people who have the wisdom to accept their mistakes, own up to them, make right for them and learn from them, we the people of California may again be honored to be the State other State’s look up to….not the State for which many make the butt of their jokes….I feel confident Ms. Hayashi will make Lettermen’s top 10….just for starters.