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October 18, 2025
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Just a thought by Judith Martin-Straw

Reflections of living life in Culver City by Judith Martin-Straw

Just a thought by Judith Martin-Straw

Just a Thought – The Battle of Hogwarts

September 13, 2012 1
Both of my kids are starting at new schools this fall, and it’s daunting. I have had to take a …[READ MORE]
Just a thought by Judith Martin-Straw

Just A Thought – Half Life

July 21, 2012 0
The idea that half a loaf is better than none is one of those ridiculous proverbs quoted by the haves …[READ MORE]
Just a thought by Judith Martin-Straw

Just a Thought – How About Consistent Community Ethics in Fundraising ?

July 13, 2012 11
I was at a school board meeting last spring, when a representative from PXP, Culver City’s favorite oil company was …[READ MORE]
Just a thought by Judith Martin-Straw

Just a Thought – Common Knowledge

July 9, 2012 0
While going over the budget numbers a few weeks ago, Mayor Andy Weissman expressed a bit of exasperation. After all …[READ MORE]
Just a thought by Judith Martin-Straw

Just a Thought – Confessions of a P.E.M.P. (Proud El Marino Parent)

June 20, 2012 4
I am a P.E.M.P. It’s true. I have spent the greater part of the last decade being a Proud El …[READ MORE]
Just a thought by Judith Martin-Straw

Just A Thought – Dear Sofie

June 1, 2012 2
Dear Sofie, It’s not enough, but it’s enough. Confession is good for the soul, but re-telling the tale does not …[READ MORE]
Just a thought by Judith Martin-Straw

Just A Thought – How to Fill Out Your Ballot (Weissman, Sahli-Wells, Malsin and Clarke)

April 9, 2012 0
When I sit down to do my endorsements before the election, there are always multiple factors to consider. The deciding …[READ MORE]
Just a thought by Judith Martin-Straw

Just a Thought – The Economics of Politics

April 2, 2012 5
 While the actress Sophie Tucker has faded into obscurity, one of her quotes surfaces fairly often; “I’ve been rich and …[READ MORE]
Just a thought by Judith Martin-Straw

Just a Thought – The Politics of Politics

March 22, 2012 3
It’s not just that it’s election season- the last 10 days have been so crowded, they qualify as a month. …[READ MORE]
Just a thought by Judith Martin-Straw

Just a Thought – Dear Karlo

March 7, 2012 12
Dear Karlo, Don’t do it. I see you out there on the ledge, contemplating political suicide. Don’t. It’s been a …[READ MORE]

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Culver City News

  • Lozano is Released – Family and Friends Take Heart
    October 17, 2025 0
  • City Council Holds Off on Costco Fuel Facility Expansion
    October 16, 2025 0
  • CCPD Seeking Suspects in Reported Burglary
    October 15, 2025 0

Culver City Community

  • Keep Showing Up/ No Kings Rally @ City Hall on Oct. 18
    October 17, 2025 0
  • Art, Walk and Roll Festival – Oct. 18
    October 16, 2025 0
  • Culver City’s ‘United Against Hate Week’ Starts with Community Conversation – Oct. 21
    October 15, 2025 0

Culver City Politics

  • Lola Smallwood-Cuevas: Enumerating Accomplishments
    October 14, 2025 0
  • Keep Showing Up! Protest @ City Hall Oct. 11
    October 10, 2025 0
  • Culver City Democratic Club Meeting; Prop 50, No Kings Day, Ballona Creek Renaissance Call to Action
    October 8, 2025 0

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Culver City Arts

  • Arrest The Clowns @ The Actors’ Gang
    October 16, 2025 0
  • Tristan Ray – Musician Looks Forward to “Peace With the Past”
    October 14, 2025 0
  • Music with the Helix Collective – L.A. Stories
    October 13, 2025 0

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  • Art, Walk and Roll Festival - Oct. 18
    Oct. 18
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    November 1 & 2
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    October 22
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    October 18
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    October 18
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