The online retail era will fundamentally rearrange Corte Madera’s economy and our town’s financial picture—indeed, it’s already beginning to do so. We see the effects in changes like shrinking sales tax revenue year over year and nearby malls that have long been community hubs suddenly struggling to survive. The importance of preparing Corte Madera for this new era was central to my campaign for Town Council, and the public overwhelmingly agreed. Throughout the campaign, we discussed the ways Corte Madera can stay ahead of these changes, including by supporting local businesses as they innovate their business models to retain and attract new customers, and by devising a “Plan B” tax structur
I’m new to politics, but one thing I’ve already learned is that if you’re a candidate or elected official, people will pressure you to take a stance on the issues they’re passionate about. Sometimes the issues are simple and don’t require a second thought, but sometimes they’re less clear-cut and require time to evaluate the arguments on both sides. A politician dedicated to rational leadership won’t be rushed into taking an ill-informed position on an issue that requires deeper examination. The Trump Administration’s policy of separating migrant families at the border is not such an issue; family separation constitutes a clear crime against humanity, and must be stopped immediately. Almost
