The 2026 California GOP Convention, held from April 10 to April 12 at the beautiful bayside San Diego Sheraton on Harbor Drive, stands out as a key event for our club’s support and education efforts. This gathering offers members a unique chance to engage directly with party activities, meet candidates, and participate in important voting processes. Many members may hear about conventions but remain unsure about what actually happens or how decisions are made. This post sheds light on the...

Elected on a platform focusing on solutions to homelessness and improved public safety, Mayor John Franklin was a leader in the creation of Vista’s award-winning Homelessness Strategic Plan. First elected to the Vista Irrigation District Board of Directors in 2012 and elected to the Vista City Council in 2014, Franklin was appointed by his colleagues to serve as Deputy Mayor in 2017, 2019 & 2022. Franklin is the fourth directly elected Mayor of the City of Vista. Franklin is also a strong...

Lifelong Californian, Oceanside resident and Candidate for California State Controller, Herb Morga n is a seasoned investment professional with nearly four decades of experience in financial markets. His proven record of building and managing large-scale financial operations uniquely qualifies him to oversee the state’s massive budget and ensure taxpayer dollars are used wisely. Herb Morgan’s approach to public service reflects the same principles that have guided his life: integrity,...