The Greater Rialto Democratic Club is uniquely honored to feature reports by Congressman Joe Baca (distinguished as the Inland Empire's only Democratic Congressman), San Bernardino County School Board Member Gil Navarro, Rialto City Councilman Joe Baca, Jr., and Rialto School Board Member Dr. John Kazalunas at the monthly meetings.

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U.S. Congressman Joe Baca 2009 Education Summit: Student Dropout Prevention & Higher Graduation Rates

Local News Webmaster Wednesday 11 March 2009 - 12:40:32

U.S. CONGRESSMAN

J o e Baca

2009 Education Summit

Student Dropout Prevention & Higher

Graduation Rates

Friday, March 13, 2009

8:00 am to 1:00 pm

Donald Averill Applied Technology Training Center

San Bernardino Community College District

114 S Del Rosa Dr

San Bernardino, CA 92408

Congressman Joe Baca’s 2009 Education Summit

will address the student dropout issue in the Inland Empire.

According to the California Department of Education,

California has a dropout catastrophe and more

educational options may be needed to assist in

developing higher graduation rates.

Parents, educators, business and community leaders

of all ethnic backgrounds are invited to attend

and participate in this half-day seminar that will

address the state of the Inland Empire student dropout rate.

Please RSVP to Jesse Valenzuela at -email-

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Rep. Baca says woes are fault of Republicans

Local News Webmaster Wednesday 11 March 2009 - 12:15:53

Rep. Baca says woes are fault of Republicans

By Josh Dulaney, Staff Writer, San Bernardino Sun Posted: 10/09/2008 08:03:18 PM PDT

Rep. Joe Baca said Wednesday voters should re-elect him to the 43rd District seat in the U.S. House of Representatives because the Rialto Democrat has the personal and political experience needed in these difficult days.

An Army veteran of the Vietnam War era, Baca was clear in his opposition to President Bush's policy in Iraq.

"We need to say it's time to withdraw; it's time to bring back our troops," Baca said. "Right now, we got into a war we never should've got into." Baca voted for the second version of the economic bailout that was passed by Congress last week and signed by President Bush.

The blame for the financial crisis rests on Republicans who failed to regulate the lending industry while they controlled Congress and the White House, he said.

"They knew the tornado was coming," Baca said. "We had to turn around and do something, and we (Democrats) hated it." Baca, who serves on the House Finance Committee, said Republicans blocked meaningful mortgage legislation for 12 years after gaining control of the House.

"It's not my fault or the chair of the committee's fault," Baca said of Rep. Barney Frank, D-Mass.

He said a bill he introduced last year mirrors Republican presidential candidate John McCain's proposal for the federal government to buy back bad mortgages.

As chairman of the House Subcommittee on Department operations, Oversight, Nutrition and Forestry, Baca voted to increase funding by $1.26billion for the emergency food-assistance program, a title passed in the 2008 Farm Bill.

He supports extending unemployment insurance and increasing food-stamp benefits to poor families.

"With food stamps in my own personal life, I know what it was like and so was able to convince people we needed to ensure that we provided for the 38 million people going hungry in the United States," Baca said.

He said he would continue to work to make health care more accessible and affordable in the district, one of the poorest in the state.

Baca said things get done in Washington, D.C., because of seniority, which is lacked by his Republican challenger, Councilman John Roberts from Fontana.

"That's how you get the committee assignments; that's how you climb the ladder and deal with issues that are important to a lot of us," Baca said.

"Anybody who gets elected goes to the end of the line."

JOE BACA

On the economy: Baca said the blame rests with predatory lenders and a Republican House that for 12 years refused to regulate the lending industry.

On Iraq: Baca said it's a war we should never have entered into. He wants a timetable for troop withdrawal.

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Give them Hill! Hillary Clinton Sweeps California!

Misc Webmaster Wednesday 06 February 2008 - 03:21:29

Give them Hill!

Hillary Clinton Sweeps California!

The Numbers:

60.14% San Bernardino County

53% California

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Hillary Clinton received local support. She was endorsed by the Inland Empire's only Democratic Congressman Joe Baca and our Rialto Mayor Grace Vargas.

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Clinton, McCain win in California

Local News Webmaster Wednesday 06 February 2008 - 03:06:54

Clinton, McCain win in California

The Associated PressArticle Launched: 02/05/2008 10:38:33 PM PST LOS ANGELES - John McCain overpowered Mitt Romney in California's big-prize presidential primary Tuesday, capping the Arizona senator's Super Tuesday rout with a win in the nation's most populous state.

McCain had 44 percent of the vote to Romney's 25 percent with 20 percent of precincts reporting.

Former Arkansas Gov. Mike Huckabee trailed with 12 percent.

With his win in California, McCain cemented his front-runner status after rolling up a string of victories on the delegate-rich East Coast.

Hillary Rodham Clinton won the Democratic side in California, a state closely identified with her husband's eight-year presidency.

Clinton had 54.8 percent to 32.6 percent, for Barack Obama with 16 percent of precincts reporting Tuesday night.

Voter exit polls showed Clinton receiving strong support from women and Hispanics and voters in the Bay Area.

California voters displayed a marked gender gap, with women favoring Clinton and men leaning toward Obama, according to the surveys.

More than 6 in 10 Hispanics favored Clinton in the exit survey, while nearly 8 in 10 black voters favored Obama.

Clinton had a built-in advantage because of her husband's presidency and she maintained a wide lead in pre-election polls until the final week of the race.

Hispanic voters, in particular, have fond memories of Bill Clinton. Many, such as Erendida Vargas, cast their first ballots during his eight years as president.

Vargas, a 32-year-old housekeeper from Los Angeles, said gender politics also played a role in her decision to vote again for a Clinton.

"She's great, and she is going to be the first woman president," Vargas said. "Everything men do, we can do it, too, so we have to show everybody we can do it, too."

Other voters said they chose Clinton over Obama because they thought she was better prepared to become president.

"I believe she's going in with wide eyes," said John Freiman, 42, of Oakland. "She understands the problems and how to solve them."

But James Gottfurcht, a 60-year-old psychologist from Los Angeles, said Obama seemed like the better leader.

"I experience him as genuine and natural," he said. "Whereas, Hillary I see as slick and polished, more of a politician and part of the establishment."

He said was also skeptical about having Bill Clinton back in the White House.

Clinton and Obama waged the liveliest race California has seen in 40 years for the Democratic nomination for president.

Each staked a claim to making history: she as the first woman and he as the first black man to become the party's nominee.

Californians also had to decide on a slate of Indian gambling measures that would clear the way for even larger casinos and dramatically expand the state's gambling industry, already second only to Nevada's.

Propositions 94-97 were leading in early returns. With 13 percent of precincts reporting, each of the four measures had about 57 percent of the vote, compared to about 43 percent against.

The four propositions asked voters to affirm deals Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger and state lawmakers struck last year with four wealthy Southern California Indian tribes. In exchange for the rights to add 17,000 slot machines - enough to fill eight Las Vegas-sized casinos - the tribes would share hundreds of millions of dollars in casino winnings annually with the cash-strapped state.

Schwarzenegger bet that voters would approve the deals. The budget he proposed last month assumed almost a half-billion dollars in new revenue from the casino-operating tribes. California faces a projected $14.5 billion shortfall over the next 18 months.

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Contact Info. Greater Rialto Democratic Club P.O. Box 1955 Rialto, CA 92376 (909)874-5448 E-mail Us Next Meeting: Saturday, April 11, 2009 12:00 noon El Kiosco Mexican Restaurant 916 S. Riverside Ave. Rialto, CA 92376 Special Guest: Special Surprise Board Members Rialto Mayor Pro Tem Joe Baca, Jr. President Lou Herz Vice President Juan Rodriguez Secretary Roger Robinson Treasurer Rafael Trujillo Webmaster Important Links http://www.bluecounty.net/ An organization dedicated to Democratic elected officials and candidates in San Bernardino County	The Greater Rialto Democratic Club is uniquely honored to feature reports by Congressman Joe Baca (distinguished as the Inland Empire's only Democratic Congressman), San Bernardino County School Board Member Gil Navarro, Rialto City Councilman Joe Baca, Jr., and Rialto School Board Member Dr. John Kazalunas at the monthly meetings. Celebrate Cesar Chavez Day Club News Webmaster Tuesday 17 March 2009 - 17:18:18 Comments 0 U.S. Congressman Joe Baca 2009 Education Summit: Student Dropout Prevention & Higher Graduation Rates Local News Webmaster Wednesday 11 March 2009 - 12:40:32 U.S. CONGRESSMAN J o e Baca 2009 Education Summit Student Dropout Prevention & Higher Graduation Rates Friday, March 13, 2009 8:00 am to 1:00 pm Donald Averill Applied Technology Training Center San Bernardino Community College District 114 S Del Rosa Dr San Bernardino, CA 92408 Congressman Joe Baca’s 2009 Education Summit will address the student dropout issue in the Inland Empire. According to the California Department of Education, California has a dropout catastrophe and more educational options may be needed to assist in developing higher graduation rates. Parents, educators, business and community leaders of all ethnic backgrounds are invited to attend and participate in this half-day seminar that will address the state of the Inland Empire student dropout rate. Please RSVP to Jesse Valenzuela at -email- Comments 0 Rep. Baca says woes are fault of Republicans Local News Webmaster Wednesday 11 March 2009 - 12:15:53 Rep. Baca says woes are fault of Republicans By Josh Dulaney, Staff Writer, San Bernardino Sun Posted: 10/09/2008 08:03:18 PM PDT Rep. Joe Baca said Wednesday voters should re-elect him to the 43rd District seat in the U.S. House of Representatives because the Rialto Democrat has the personal and political experience needed in these difficult days. An Army veteran of the Vietnam War era, Baca was clear in his opposition to President Bush's policy in Iraq. "We need to say it's time to withdraw; it's time to bring back our troops," Baca said. "Right now, we got into a war we never should've got into." Baca voted for the second version of the economic bailout that was passed by Congress last week and signed by President Bush. The blame for the financial crisis rests on Republicans who failed to regulate the lending industry while they controlled Congress and the White House, he said. "They knew the tornado was coming," Baca said. "We had to turn around and do something, and we (Democrats) hated it." Baca, who serves on the House Finance Committee, said Republicans blocked meaningful mortgage legislation for 12 years after gaining control of the House. "It's not my fault or the chair of the committee's fault," Baca said of Rep. Barney Frank, D-Mass. He said a bill he introduced last year mirrors Republican presidential candidate John McCain's proposal for the federal government to buy back bad mortgages. As chairman of the House Subcommittee on Department operations, Oversight, Nutrition and Forestry, Baca voted to increase funding by $1.26billion for the emergency food-assistance program, a title passed in the 2008 Farm Bill. He supports extending unemployment insurance and increasing food-stamp benefits to poor families. "With food stamps in my own personal life, I know what it was like and so was able to convince people we needed to ensure that we provided for the 38 million people going hungry in the United States," Baca said. He said he would continue to work to make health care more accessible and affordable in the district, one of the poorest in the state. Baca said things get done in Washington, D.C., because of seniority, which is lacked by his Republican challenger, Councilman John Roberts from Fontana. "That's how you get the committee assignments; that's how you climb the ladder and deal with issues that are important to a lot of us," Baca said. "Anybody who gets elected goes to the end of the line." JOE BACA On the economy: Baca said the blame rests with predatory lenders and a Republican House that for 12 years refused to regulate the lending industry. On Iraq: Baca said it's a war we should never have entered into. He wants a timetable for troop withdrawal. Comments 0 Give them Hill! Hillary Clinton Sweeps California! Misc Webmaster Wednesday 06 February 2008 - 03:21:29 Give them Hill! Hillary Clinton Sweeps California! The Numbers: 60.14% San Bernardino County 53% California Hillary Clinton received local support. She was endorsed by the Inland Empire's only Democratic Congressman Joe Baca and our Rialto Mayor Grace Vargas. Comments 0 Clinton, McCain win in California Local News Webmaster Wednesday 06 February 2008 - 03:06:54 Clinton, McCain win in California The Associated PressArticle Launched: 02/05/2008 10:38:33 PM PST LOS ANGELES - John McCain overpowered Mitt Romney in California's big-prize presidential primary Tuesday, capping the Arizona senator's Super Tuesday rout with a win in the nation's most populous state. McCain had 44 percent of the vote to Romney's 25 percent with 20 percent of precincts reporting. Former Arkansas Gov. Mike Huckabee trailed with 12 percent. With his win in California, McCain cemented his front-runner status after rolling up a string of victories on the delegate-rich East Coast. Hillary Rodham Clinton won the Democratic side in California, a state closely identified with her husband's eight-year presidency. Clinton had 54.8 percent to 32.6 percent, for Barack Obama with 16 percent of precincts reporting Tuesday night. Voter exit polls showed Clinton receiving strong support from women and Hispanics and voters in the Bay Area. California voters displayed a marked gender gap, with women favoring Clinton and men leaning toward Obama, according to the surveys. More than 6 in 10 Hispanics favored Clinton in the exit survey, while nearly 8 in 10 black voters favored Obama. Clinton had a built-in advantage because of her husband's presidency and she maintained a wide lead in pre-election polls until the final week of the race. Hispanic voters, in particular, have fond memories of Bill Clinton. Many, such as Erendida Vargas, cast their first ballots during his eight years as president. Vargas, a 32-year-old housekeeper from Los Angeles, said gender politics also played a role in her decision to vote again for a Clinton. "She's great, and she is going to be the first woman president," Vargas said. "Everything men do, we can do it, too, so we have to show everybody we can do it, too." Other voters said they chose Clinton over Obama because they thought she was better prepared to become president. "I believe she's going in with wide eyes," said John Freiman, 42, of Oakland. "She understands the problems and how to solve them." But James Gottfurcht, a 60-year-old psychologist from Los Angeles, said Obama seemed like the better leader. "I experience him as genuine and natural," he said. "Whereas, Hillary I see as slick and polished, more of a politician and part of the establishment." He said was also skeptical about having Bill Clinton back in the White House. Clinton and Obama waged the liveliest race California has seen in 40 years for the Democratic nomination for president. Each staked a claim to making history: she as the first woman and he as the first black man to become the party's nominee. Californians also had to decide on a slate of Indian gambling measures that would clear the way for even larger casinos and dramatically expand the state's gambling industry, already second only to Nevada's. Propositions 94-97 were leading in early returns. With 13 percent of precincts reporting, each of the four measures had about 57 percent of the vote, compared to about 43 percent against. The four propositions asked voters to affirm deals Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger and state lawmakers struck last year with four wealthy Southern California Indian tribes. In exchange for the rights to add 17,000 slot machines - enough to fill eight Las Vegas-sized casinos - the tribes would share hundreds of millions of dollars in casino winnings annually with the cash-strapped state. Schwarzenegger bet that voters would approve the deals. The budget he proposed last month assumed almost a half-billion dollars in new revenue from the casino-operating tribes. California faces a projected $14.5 billion shortfall over the next 18 months. Comments 0 Go to page [1] 2 3	Get Out of Iraq Rialto's Fallen Cost of War Mounting Casualties Take Action! Video Gallery Enjoy the following snapshots from our monthly meetings. Bill Hedrick from the Rialto Education Association discusses No Child Left Behind at the Greater Rialto Democratic Club Meeting on 7/14/07. Rialto Police Lieutenant Ray DeAnda discusses the new area commander program in Rialto at the Greater Rialto Democratic Club Meeting on 7/14/07. Congressman Joe Baca explains how students will benefit from the First 100 Hours of Session at the Greater Rialto Democratic Club Meeting on 1/13/06. The House will push to lower interest rates on student loans. Congressman Joe Baca reports on the Congressional Subcommittee Hearing before the Greater Rialto Democratic Club's 4/14/07 meeting. 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