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Former San Diego Mayor Bob Filner was a memorable character. He was a civil rights “Freedom Rider,” the first Democratic mayor of San Diego in 20 years, and resigned over sexual harassment allegations. We remember him in our top story today.
Also, how are President Donald Trump’s first 100 days in office going? A strong statement and a dire warning from our opinion writer today with a draft obituary for the American Republic.
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Today’s top story
Disgraced former San Diego mayor Bob Filner dead at 82
By Brooke Binkowski • Times of San Diego
The former mayor of San Diego was taken down by multiple sexual harassment claims after less than a year on the job.
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Today’s opinion column
Opinion: A draft obituary for the American Republic (1789-2025)
Imaging what could happen to our republic if President Trump continues to ignore historic limits on his power.
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