Public Comment

Welcome to Episode 12 of our "Public Comment" podcast. As former elected officials in Napa Valley, we talk about politics, people and whatever else is on our minds.

This episode, our focus is on public education. We discuss the funding challenges, declining enrollment, and school closures. We also talk about how some families are turning to private and charter schools as a preferred alternative.

Welcome to Episode 12 of our "Public Comment" podcast. As former elected officials in Napa Valley, we talk about politics, people and whatever else is on our minds.

This episode, our focus is on public education. We discuss the funding challenges, declining enrollment, and school closures. We also talk about how some families are turning to private and charter schools as a preferred alternative.

Welcome to Episode 11 of our "Public Comment" podcast. As former elected officials in Napa Valley, we talk about politics, people and whatever else is on our minds.

This episode is about Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, also known as DEI. We acknowledge each of us has unique life experiences and opportunities available to us. How have DEI efforts impacted our community in a positive way, and what challenges have emerged as some people have become uncomfortable with DEI initiatives they feel have gone too far?

Welcome to Episode 11 of our "Public Comment" podcast. As former elected officials in Napa Valley, we talk about politics, people and whatever else is on our minds.

This episode is about Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, also known as DEI. We acknowledge each of us has unique life experiences and opportunities available to us. How have DEI efforts impacted our community in a positive way, and what challenges have emerged as some people have become uncomfortable with DEI initiatives they feel have gone too far?

Welcome to Episode 10 of our "Public Comment" podcast. As former elected officials in Napa Valley, we talk about politics, people and whatever else is on our minds.

This episode, we talk about housing. Why is it so expensive to build housing? What are the challenges and incentives for developers? Is the right mix of housing being built? How do we respond to trends and new generations of renters and buyers?

Welcome to Episode 10 of our "Public Comment" podcast. As former elected officials in Napa Valley, we talk about politics, people and whatever else is on our minds.

This episode, we talk about housing. Why is it so expensive to build housing? What are the challenges and incentives for developers? Is the right mix of housing being built? How do we respond to trends and new generations of renters and buyers?

Welcome to Episode 09 of our "Public Comment" podcast. As former elected officials in Napa Valley, we talk about politics, people and whatever else is on our minds.

Immigration is our topic this episode. From the beginning, immigrants have been part of Napa Valley's DNA. Today, our immigrant friends, neighbors, colleagues and workers are under threat. While town halls, proclamations and protests play a role, we need action - from our politicians, community leaders, employers and ourselves - to support and protect our immigrant population.

Welcome to Episode 09 of our "Public Comment" podcast. As former elected officials in Napa Valley, we talk about politics, people and whatever else is on our minds.

Immigration is our topic this episode. From the beginning, immigrants have been part of Napa Valley's DNA. Today, our immigrant friends, neighbors, colleagues and workers are under threat. While town halls, proclamations and protests play a role, we need action - from our politicians, community leaders, employers and ourselves - to support and protect our immigrant population.

Welcome to Episode 08 of our "Public Comment" podcast. As former elected officials in Napa Valley, we talk about politics, people and whatever else is on our minds.

This episode, we challenge how news and social media is disseminated today. We call out the monetization of news stories by professional media organizations at the expense - in some cases - of accuracy and fairness. We also call out people who use social media platforms to share information without any obligation for the truth.

Welcome to Episode 08 of our "Public Comment" podcast. As former elected officials in Napa Valley, we talk about politics, people and whatever else is on our minds.

This episode, we challenge how news and social media is disseminated today. We call out the monetization of news stories by professional media organizations at the expense - in some cases - of accuracy and fairness. We also call out people who use social media platforms to share information without any obligation for the truth.