Friday, August 28, 2026

LA County: Make a Plan to Vote Early (Seriously?)

 


I received this flyer the last week of August.

The universal mail-in ballots are not released until October 5th.

Why is the county getting more than a month ahead of early voting?

What are they worried about?

Perhaps they're shaken by the fact that President Trump has consistently worked to ensure that only registered voters, i.e. citizens, are receiving ballots in the mail!

In that case, Los Angeles County should worry. The election fraud is slowly but surely coming to an end.

MassResistance Good-Bye Letters from Friends and Supporters


Over the last week, I was privileged and honored to receive "Thank You" notes and good-bye letters from many supporters and fellow activists over the years following my departure from MassResistance.

I want to share them here (I will only write the initials of their names, in order to respect their privacy).

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Hi Arthur,

I am really sad that you have left MassResistance.  I don't know how they will get along without you.  You went above and beyond always.

Please keep notifying me of your articles.  I do like them a lot.  I loved "Denying the Holocaust. . ."  I am totally pro-Israel and love that you are as well.  I get pretty busy, but do eventually find time to read.

May God bless you in all that you do.  

K. N.
"Beauty for Ashes" Isaiah 61:3

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What a surprise!   

Thanks for all you've done toward the mission of MassResistance.  I greatly appreciate that and our occasional communications.  I'm counting on you to let me know when you plan a trip to NC so we can actually meet.

Good luck on your new mission.  Keep me informed.

C. W.

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Best wishes, Arthur.

D. B.

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Arthur,

All the best on your new career.  You did an excellent job at MR and make a real impact.  Not just talking about things but taking meaningful action. If I can be of any assistance in the future just let me know.

Thanks,

D. H.

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Arthur, 

I can't express how much you have actually made a difference and how much you have educated us on the process of having our voices heard.

Being part of the oversight committee, I hope to make some positive changes and inform the community of any of the shenanigans that are occurring in the NLM.

Blessings Always, 

F. G.

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We can't thank you enough for the way you helped us achieve our goal of changing the culture in NLMUSD. Remember, everyone, that this is an ongoing process and we can't let up for a second. I have enjoyed reading your opinion articles that you sent us. 

I also noticed that you have been promoted several times on the Bongino Report, which I read daily. 

Congratulations and God bless the next steps in your career. 

J. M.

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Thank you, Arthur. 

It was an honor to stand and fight with you and advocate for our youth. Thank you for your heart and effort and bringing us together. 

We Appriciate you. God sees your heart . You're a courageous man of God who stands for truth and doesn't let down. You've encouraged many for fight. What you have started will continue to go on. 

Bless you in this next season of your life. 🙏

C. A.

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Arturo, thank you for your tremendous support. 

Without your voice advocating for the NLM parents, the fight against the Wellness Center at John Glenn High School would not have been won. I deeply appreciate all the dedicated work you have done for the students, the youth, the children, and education—as well as your passion for working with parents and all the effort and support you gave us. You were a great leader at NLM; thank you. You are a wonderful human being whom I admire, and I am very proud to know you. You are a great person with many talents. 

May God bless you always. Thank you for everything. 🙏

B. R.

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I pray God blesses your journey! This message was a bit of a surprise!

God Bless,
B. W.

Jesus said: “I am the way, and the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me." John 14:6

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Hey Arthur, 

Good luck on the next phase. Who's going to replace you as Regional Field Director?

Also, I just asked Brian if I could be put in charge of a local chapter; perhaps you could make a recommendation for me, please? Thank you. Anyway, what are you going to be doing now, exactly? Can you talk about it?

P. H.

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Thanks for sharing. I truly hope you can find a paid position as an opinion columnist.

R. I.

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I have contacted Brian to let him know that I am interested in continuing with the email activism. 

Best wishes on your next chapter.

S. E.

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God bless you for your mass resistance work & great luck in the future!

H. E.

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Nice letter, Arthur. 


Best wishes in your next endeavors.


We live in a tough time!


A. C.

Thursday, August 27, 2026

Reflection on the Appointment of Linda Barnett to Torrance City Council

 


On August 25, 2026, the selection process to replace Mayor Sharon Kalani on the Torrance City Council was somewhat eventful, but at least the council finished the task in the same city council session.

My first choice was Rick Marshall, but I suspected that a more consensus choice would be necessary, so I also suggested Linda Barnett.

Like many residents, I submitted my thoughts to the city council before the meeting started.

Three of the city council members got back to me on Tuesday afternoon, right after I emailed my comments on the city council appointment process. That was really good.

Ultimately, my biggest concern was that the city council would not select Adam Schwartz. My opposition is not unique. He has repeatedly defamed and attacked people in the city, including myself, because we disagree with his views on pushing LGBT indoctrination in the public square. Such immature bigotry has no place on the city council.

It's all the more alarming that his great-grandfather is Sam Levy of Adult Center fame. He must be rolling in his grave to see how abusive and disgraceful one of his descendants has become.

I am glad that he was shot down before he had a chance to compete.

Councilman Sheikh disappointed by nominating Schwartz. Not sure why he thought he owed him something. Thankfully, the nomination fizzled out, and Sheikh more than made up for it by achieving consensus on the third vote and supporting Linda Barnett for the open seat. He signaled that he would be the fourth vote, after Mayor Kalani and councilmembers Lewis and Lieu signalled twice before their preference for Barnett.

Councilman Kartsonis insisted Aroi Sharma twice. I appreciated her effort to stop the red light cameras in the city, but I am concerned about her more ideological leanings. We need proper, common-sense consensus on the city council, and I am glad that even the more progressive Betty Lieu acquiesced to the larger will and better welfare of the city.

I am also really glad that my city councilmember, Brigdett Lewis, supported Barnett early, but also gave Jessica Maldonado a chance. It shows that she listens to people and is willing to let their voice be heard.

This outcome was better than expected. As far as I can tell, no left-wing radicals are on the city, and an ongoing commitment to "Back to Business" is moving forward. All of this works for me.

Congratulations to Councilmember Barnett. I look forward to speaking with her this week or next week.



Tuesday, August 25, 2026

Regarding Appointment to District Four to Replace Sharon Kalani



Dear Torrance City Council:

These twelve candidates have filed to replace Sharon Kalani as councilmember for District Four:


I understand that there is a different temperament and vision from previous members on the city council, but regardless of political leanings or affiliations, Adam Schwartz is not an acceptable choice.

He has routinely targeted, smeared, and defamed other Torrance residents for sharing political views opposite of his own.

Here's a sample of his public bigotry:



The Torrance City Council must have members who are willing to listen to constituents, even those with whom they may share deep ideological disagreements. Councilwoman Bridgett Lewis, my representative, is a great example of this necessary trait. Mr. Schwartz insults people, calls them ignorant, or even defames them as "NAZI." Such conduct is unbecoming of a city councilmember.

He also supports automated camera ticketing schemes. That is an automatic disqualification.

Rick Marshall is the best choice for the seat. He has extensive experience as a commissioner in various capacities, including on the Water, Planning, and Airport Commissions. He keeps up with the supplemental materials for city council agenda items, and he listens to people who disagree with him. He has endorsed political candidates from both parties when it comes to local matters. He also has a sound knowledge of governing rules of order.

He also opposes the automated cameras and testified in person against them at the June 1, 2026 traffic commission.

If that candidate is not acceptable to you, I would advise appointing Linda Barnett, since she has served the city as a Treasurer and her role with the Torrance Community Credit Union. She's the husband of Gene Barnett, and I never found him to be anything but a decent city councilman, so I know that his prior experience can assist her with finishing the term.

Mr. Han is a good man, but I do not want to see more school board members leaving their current position.

Mr. Sutherland has served many times already. I have not found him to be transparent in his reasons for voting for or against agenda items and city council proposals. I propose bringing in someone else.

For the record, and this follows from my conversation with Mayor Kalani two weeks ago, the city council must make a proactive effort to restore the full rights of the people in the city to elect their representatives. This appointment process is contentious, political, and fundamentally unfair. I understand that standalone special elections would cost the city a considerable amount, but our voting franchise as citizens is worth that cost, since men and women died on fields of battle to ensure our freedoms.

Barring that consideration, I urge the city council to advance a charter amendment to move all city elections to March, which in turn would permit voters to elect replacement councilmembers in the event of a promotion to another office.

Thank you for your time.

Sincerely,

Arthur Schaper