The argument and core reason of the decision in both cases was
that it was best for the children to have both parents in their
lives. All the court did was change the custodial parent if one
wanted to move, still leaving the same unwanted situation, contrary
to the core reason stated in the decision, but still leaving the
children with one parent. Convoluted? You bet.
For the court, in this case the California Supreme Court, to fully
implement the core of its decision, that "the best interests of the
children" was the key, the order would have to require both parents
to either move to the same location or stay where they are with the
children.
It's mildly interesting that Unger "agrees with this decision,"
that "the welfare of the children must remain paramount." But in any
case, one or the other of the parents suffers and loses a part of
both their old and new lives from an inability to solve their disdain
for one another ending in divorce. An inequitable situation in every
case. And in spite of what attorneys, courts, and Mr. Unger may
profess as a good decision.
RICHARD M. HOLBROOK
Sylmar
No need to worry, according to our police chief
I remember when Bill Holderness expressed strong concern [with the
Town Center project] at a Glendale City Council meeting. He said that
Mann Theatres [might] not renew their contract with The Exchange if
Caruso's theaters go through.
Well, I have good news for you, Mr. Holderness. You can rest easy
because Police Chief Randy Adams says your business will be enhanced
by the Americana at Brand.
MARIE ZADOORI
Glendale
Who's paying for the officers at the Galleria?
I do not understand how General Growth can get the city to pay for
five officers at the substation in the Galleria and complain that
Rick Caruso will furnish only one in the new Town Center. Why should
he pay for even one officer?
General Growth now can use that savings to pay for all [the
propaganda] they send to all of us almost every day. [A recent
article] lists almost $1 million is being spent by General Growth
Properties. Our taxes are paying for those five officers, so we are
paying for [the propaganda] that we get from General Growth
Properties.
Sad, but true. Surely one would think the 250 or so stores in the
Galleria could pay for their security.
ROLAND MCGHIE
Glendale
Teachers should keep personal beliefs to themselves
I don't know why Dan Kimber has chosen to reopen the Pledge of
Allegiance "under God" can of worms at this time, inasmuch as his
