Letters to the Editor 11-14-24
Al appreciation Dear ER: Deepest gratitude to Al Muratsuchi for always doing what is right, moral, and ethical (“Assemblyman Al Muratsuchi elected to fifth and final term,” ER November 7, 2024). Best wishes to him after his Assembly days are over. Barbara Epstein Redondo Beach Hope for change Dear ER: Congratulations to all the candidates who ran for public office in the Beach Cities. Campaigning is often a grueling, thankless task, so thank you to everyone who took on the challenge. That said, in Hermosa Beach, Michael Keegan ultimately secured a City Council seat, finishing second among five candidates. Yes, this is the same Michael Keegan who was voted off the Council in 2009. While I’m reserving full judgment, I find some of his recent statements troubling. For example, Keegan wrote the argument opposing Measure HB, the sales tax increase, but stated at his victory party that he’s open to reintroducing the sales tax increase in 2026 if the Council first clarifies how the additional revenue would be used. This stance seems more like a self-serving political move, costing the city much-needed revenue—$6 million and counting—by delaying until 2026. A citizens’ advisory group…
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