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Donald H. Harrison is the publisher and editor of San Diego Jewish World.
Harrison began his journalism career in 1962 on the UCLA Daily Bruin. Following graduation he joined the staff of the Associated Press, and later became politics writer for The San Diego Union. Afterwards he pursued a career in tourism, helping to establish San Diego’s Cruise Ship Program as well as Old Town Trolley Tours of San Diego. He also wrote for such Jewish publications as the San Diego Jewish Press Heritage and San Diego Jewish Times before starting San Diego Jewish World in 2007.
Don’s latest work is the three-volume Schlepping and Schmoozing Along the Interstate 5.
He is the author of six previous books. Those with links may be obtained on Amazon.
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Perhaps it’s because vaccines developed by Moderna and Pfizer presage the end of the pandemic. Perhaps because the awful year of 2020 is almost over. Whatever the reason, humor and optimism are beginning to reemerge, and my mail box, and possibly yours too, are replete with examples. [Donald H. Harrison]
Humor, optimism resurface as 2021 nears Read More »
Donald H. Harrison, Trivia, Humor & Satire
Li-rong (Lilly) Cheng, Ph.D., director of the Chinese Cultural Center at San Diego State University, loves well-told stories about China, whether they be fiction or non fiction. Over the years, she has been involved in promulgating stories of each type, and in two particular cases, the story telling has involved Jews. [Donald H. Harrison]
Exploring Jewish and Chinese connections in San Diego Read More »
Books, Poetry & Short Stories, Donald H. Harrison, International, Jewish History, Music, Dance, and Visual Arts, Theatre, Film & Broadcast
Other items in today’s column include: *Shirley Weber says she will run for election when term as Secretary of State is up *ADL Center on Extremism Links Proud Boys to AntiSemitism *Tijuana, San Diego Mayors Pledge Cooperation, Urge People to Stay Home During Pandemic *National Security Awards Conferred Upon Americans Who Aided the Abraham Accords
Rep. Davis, Sara Jacobs visit Jackie’s Jams Read More »
Business & Finance, Donald H. Harrison, International, Jewish History, San Diego County, Travel and Food, USAMirroring the negative advertising campaigns in Georgia criticizing the opponents of the candidates they favor, Christians United for Israel issued a press release rebuking Rev. Raphael Warnock, a Democrat, for anti-Israel statements he made in the past (but which he has since recanted), while Rep. Adam Schiff (D-California) blasted Warnock’s opponent, U.S. Sen. Kelly Loeffler, for selling millions of dollars in personal stocks before news of the impacts of the COVID pandemic were generally known by the public. [Donald H. Harrison]
Echoes of Bitter Georgia Senate Races Reach California Read More »
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Two chairs in the California game of political musical chairs have now been filled. Alex Padilla, the California Secretary of State, has been appointed by Governor Gavin Newsom to fill out the remainder of the U.S. Senate term of Vice President-elect Kamilla Harris. It is the first time that a Latino will have represented California in the Upper House of Congress. Padilla, like Harris, is a Democrat. He will face the voters in the 2022 elections, coinciding with the time Harris’ first and only Senate term would be near its conclusion. To replace Padilla as Secretary of State, Newsom chose Assemblywoman Shirley Weber of San Diego, who previously had served our city as a member of the San Diego Unified School District board and as a professor at San Diego State University. Her colleague, Assemblywoman Lorena Gonzalez, who had announced she plan to campaign for the job, graciously commented: “While I would’ve loved the opportunity to serve, I fully appreciate the need to amplify Black women in our state. Shirley Weber is an icon and will serve California well.” [Donald H. Harrison]
Alex Padilla named as California’s next U.S. Senator; Shirley Weber to replace him Read More »
Donald H. Harrison, USAFor political junkies and journalists (two groups that sometimes merge), the month of January will be exciting. The U.S. Constitution sets January 3rd as the date for the new Congress to convene. As January 3rd falls this year on a Sunday, there has been some talk about delaying the opening of Congress until either Monday, the 4th, or Tuesday, the 5th, but it would take a bill approved by both Houses and signed by the President to bring that about. So, while it’s not impossible that the date still could be delayed, Sunday, the 3rd, looks like the day when the House of Representatives convenes to swear in such new members as Democrat Sara Jacobs of San Diego, and to elect the leadership of both parties. Two Californians — House Speaker Nancy Pelosi of San Francisco and House Minority Leader Kevin McCarty of Bakersfield — will run for reelection respectively as the Democratic and Republican leaders of the House. With a narrower majority, and some disgruntled Democrats, especially in the Progressive wing of the party that includes U.S. Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez of New York, Pelosi’s reelection, though favored, is not a sure thing. [Donald H. Harrison]
Month of January exciting for political junkies, journalists Read More »
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As Mayor, I will not tolerate racism, anti-Semitism, or homophobia in our city,” San Diego Mayor Todd Gloria declared Saturday. “We will swiftly confront these acts of bigotry wherever they are and hold those who are responsible for them accountable.” [Donald H. Harrison]
Gloria: No tolerance for racism, anti-Semitism, homophobia Read More »
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Assemblywoman Lorena Gonzalez-Fletcher’s ambition to become California’s next Secretary of State, already announced even though the next scheduled election is not until 2022, may adversely impact not one, but two constituencies, unless she and her husband, County Supervisor Nathan Fletcher, make careful preparations to avoid such consequences. [Donald H. Harrison]
Who will mind the constituents of Gonzalez and Fletcher? Read More »
Donald H. Harrison, San Diego County, USA
Rhinerson, who has a long background in public relations and governmental advocacy (lobbying), also is a board member of the national Association of Community College Trustees, a networking and lobbying group that trades ideas among members and with legislators. But Rhinerson’s reach even goes beyond that. While most San Diegans will be asleep at 1:30 a.m. PST Saturday, Dec. 19, he will be on a Zoom Conference call addressing an international conference sponsored by Amity University in Uttar Pradesh, India, on entrepreneurial opportunities and challenges in literature and communication. [Donald H. Harrison]
Rhinerson Touts SDCCD’s Entrepreneurship Program Read More »
Donald H. Harrison, International, Jewish Religion, San Diego County, Science, Medicine, & Education, USAAs previously reported, I had been scheduled for brain surgery on Dec. 18, but on the recommendation of an anesthesiologist at Kaiser Permanente Hospital in San Diego, the surgery will be delayed for four to six weeks. The anesthesiologist was troubled by an X-Ray showing a spot on my lower lung that suggested the possibility of pneumonia. My neurosurgeon informed me today any problem in the lungs can cause serious difficulties during an estimated six-hour surgery in which it’s necessary to insert a breathing tube will be inserted. [Donald H. Harrison]
Editor’s surgery postponed; SDJW will continue publication Read More »
Donald H. Harrison, International, Jewish Religion, Lifestyles, Middle East, Science, Medicine, & Education, USACity Council President Dr. Jennifer Campbell solidified her control over City Council business by appointing herself and the four councilmembers who supported her for president against Councilwoman Monica Montgomery Steppe to key committee positions. The five councilmembers who voted for her now are the exact same membership of the Rules Committee, which according to the City of San Diego’s website, has responsibility for the “charter, permanent rules of council, open government, elections and ballot measures, annexations, boards and commissions, council initiated matters, communications, customer service and public outreach.” Besides Campbell, who will chair the committee, other members include Raul Campillo, Stephen Whitburn, Marni von Wilpert, and Chris Cate. [Donald H. Harrison]
Jen Campbell solidifies her City Council control Read More »
Donald H. Harrison, Jewish History, Jewish Religion, Middle East, San Diego County, Science, Medicine, & Education, Theatre, Film & Broadcast, Trivia, Humor & Satire, USA
Only yesterday I published a column about the joy of collecting photos of automobile license plates. Today, to my pleasant surprise, I received a notice that the State of Florida has issued a specialty plate with the legend “Florida Stands With Israel.” A sample of the plate may be seen above. [Donald H. Harrison]
Florida Celebrates Israel on a License Plate Read More »
Donald H. Harrison, Middle East, Obituaries & memorials, San Diego County, USA
In the place of stamp collecting, as an adult, I have taken up the hobby of collecting pictures of license plates from throughout the United States and even from other countries. For Chanukah, I can send them as email attachments to friends who similarly enjoy the hobby, and vice versa. There are many ways to collect license plate pictures; by state, of course; or by special topics, like breast cancer awareness; honoring veterans and first responders; calls for environmental awareness; and the list goes on. [Donald H. Harrison]
Learning About America Through License Plates Read More »
Donald H. Harrison, Lifestyles, Travel and Food, USAIt had the serious purpose and poignant moments while raising money for the defense of Jewish and pro-Zionist students who are bullied by anti-Semites and Israel-haters in public schools and on university campuses. But the StandWithUs “Zoomathon,” also offered a refreshing mix of humor and music, perfect for celebrating a night of Chanukah while at home. [Donald H. Harrison]
Humor, poignancy mark StandWithUs Zoomathon Read More »
Donald H. Harrison, Middle East, Theatre, Film & Broadcast, Trivia, Humor & Satire, USA