August 1, 2026
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Opinion pieces, editorials and letters to the editor on Santa Monica issues from Santa Monica Mirror.

SMa.r.t. Column: Gelson’s – Compliant? Or Not!

The poster child for over-development known as The Gelson’s project, located at Lincoln & Ocean Park Blvd’s has had its application deemed ‘complete’ by the City. Accomplished in part perhaps by avoiding/ignoring inquiries of concerned […]

SMa.r.t. Column: The Big Reset

Part 2 of 2 articles Last column we considered the illusions that keep us from facing the real dangers of climate change. The illusion that events far away (eg melting ice caps) do not impact […]

Column: “Justice Does Matter”

Judicial candidate Patrick Hare seeks “collaborative versus adversarial” court system for LA County! By Nick Antonicello LA Public Defender Patrick Hare brings a unique resume and body of work that makes him well qualified to […]