Complaining And Blame Will Not Fix The Problems.- YJ Draiman [View instapost]
Read my lips, no more new taxes in the State of California. If you want to replace one tax for a new tax you must reduce the total taxes, which is the only way California has a chance of economic sustainability.
Many businesses and people are moving out of the State of California due to the high taxation. This trend will continue unless we do something about it. YJ Draiman
Which Of The Two LA Mayoral Candidates Deserves To Be The Mayor In 2013 - Draiman [View instapost]
LA is larger than many countries and has a greater number of people.
I propose a solution:
We need a concession from our city employees of a 10% pay cut across the board and a 15% minimum contribution to the pension and health plan accelerating by 5% each year for the next 3 years. (a peace of cake is better than no cake at all – if the city goes bankrupt you lose everything you have worked for years to accumulate)
A consolidation of departments and technological upgrades throughout all departments, increase efficiency, reducing redundancy and holding all department heads accountable.
Conduct serious re-negotiations with unions in good faith.
The city of LA has lost over 10,000 businesses in the past 4 years, and the trend will continue. Why do you think that happened here in LA.? Aerospace industry, which was a substantial employment and revenue generator for the city of Los Angeles, has been reduced to a skeleton of its glory days.
Therefore, we must find alternative employment in our city and actively and aggressively promote businesses in the city of Los Angeles with reduced bureaucracy and a friendly inviting atmosphere. Increasing business takes people of unemployment and government support, brings additional revenues to the government and advances economic growth.
Actively promote the exploration of hydrocarbon and renewable energy, with energy efficiency and water conservation. Reinvigorate our pride in Made in America products. Utilize LA’s natural resources and make Los Angeles the world capital of multitude energy sources, energy efficiency and water conservation development.
Rebuild LA’s infrastructure
Rebuild our education system and devise an atmosphere that is conducive for education. Set-up trade schools to teach and train students in old and new technologies. We are living in an ever-changing economic environment, we must respond accordingly with our education system and our work force.
It is in everyone’s interest to make LA a thriving city.
LOS ANGELES CITY ELECTIONS 2013 - 8 CERTIFIED MAYORAL CANDIDATES - March 5, 2013 - YJ Draiman [View instapost]
Jobs and the Economy – solutions – YJ Draiman for Mayor r6 As Mayor of LA, how would I create jobs? We have a tremendous amount of natural resources here in Los Angeles, which we need to develop. To put it succinctly, "You can not drill for American oil and natural gas in China, Saudi Arabia or anyplace else other than America."
The more domestic energy we produce, renewable and non-renewable, the more domestic jobs we create. Moreover, jobs in the exploration and production of oil and natural gas pay more than twice the national average. At the same time, the domestic energy we produce will increase R&D in renewable energy sources, thus, increase efficiency.
Just look how far we have come in the development of renewable energy and energy efficiency in the past 10 years. I intend to accelerate that trend, and to take advantage of every resource possible in technology and funding. As I stated many times; “Those who control the energy supply control whole continents”; “Those who control the water sources control life”.
Americans should demand products made in the USA. We can produce a better product with better quality at a competitive price. It is my intention to provide numerous incentives to retain businesses here in Los Angeles, and to offer those incentives to bring businesses back to Los Angeles.
Employment creates revenues and saves the government money and resources by taking the unemployed off the government subsidy and social services. It also creates the “multiplier affect”, which is a snowball of economic growth.
One of my top priorities is to ensure that we continue to develop and promote renewable energy sources. Many in the natural gas industry believe the day when renewable energy dominates our energy landscape is far off. I disagree. With American ingenuity, innovation and determination, the dawn of renewable energy sources can be upon us now.
What I propose is a "do-it-all strategy" in which we focus not just on developing renewable energy, but also on the development of our abundant fossil fuels. While further technology and innovation in building construction would need to be developed, such need would also provide more jobs. More importantly, our reliance on over-priced outside energy would be decreased resulting in positive economic growth.
I would promote the design of a thermal solar system that provides energy, heat and hot water. In addition, I would initiate a new and advanced fuel technology for vehicles such as hydrogen, natural gas and ultra-capacitors for energy storage. Los Angeles wastes an enormous amount of energy and work hours due to traffic congestion. I plan on an expedient advancement of our public transit system and devise systems to reduce traffic congestion.
In urban areas: roads, sidewalks, buildings and other structures prevent rainwater from being absorbed in the ground and replenishing the aquifers. It is time for us to compensate for that loss by collecting the rain runoff into retaining ponds. We need to implement the use of rainwater harvesting, gray water technology, collecting the billions of gallons of rain runoff into retaining ponds, desalinization projects powered totally by renewable energy (solar and wind combo systems) and other methods of conserving natural resources. As such, we would make existing renewable systems more cost effective and more efficient.
The result of my programs would be the increase of jobs, the decrease of energy and operating costs, and a reduction of our reliance on foreign oil. That in turn would result in decreasing the deficit and creating permanent jobs.
In short, the key to Los Angeles economic recovery is not an increase in taxes and fees. Rather, true long-term recovery will rely on the increase of efficiency and productivity; the reduction of bureaucracy; and the promotion of businesses and employment. All of which will instill confidence in our economy, generate greater revenues for the city of Los Angeles and other governmental entities.
American confidence in government is at an all time low. We no longer have the same level of faith in our institutions and leaders that we once had. Consequently, we are seeing a continued erosion of our outlook on the future. This outlook must change by initiating a massive and sound education program that produces innovation and technology.
We have an opportunity to jumpstart our economy, protect our environment and put our city on the path toward energy security through greater use of our domestic energy production such as natural gas. Our domestic energy production can serve as a foundation for our energy and economic independence. This path will enable us to develop the required innovation and production of other forms of energy sources.
To realize a course toward energy and economic security we must do what is necessary to instill confidence in the responsible development of our energy sources. We can use natural gas as a solid foundation on which to develop extensive R&D in renewable energy sources, and the efficient means to operate and maintain the mechanisms needed for such use.
Improving our educational system is the key to our economic survival. In a global, knowledge-driven economy, there is a direct correlation between engineering education and innovative progress. Our success or failure as a city will be measured by how well we do in providing the needed educational tools to promote innovation in all fields.
Leadership is not a birthright. Despite what many Americans believe, our city does not possess an innate knack for greatness. Greatness must be worked for and won by each new generation. Right now that is not happening. However, we still have time. If we place the emphasis we should on education, research and innovation, we can lead the world in the decades to come. Nevertheless, the only way to ensure we remain great tomorrow is to increase our investment in science and engineering today. In addition, we must invest in trade schools to train our future workers in the new and old technology.
We have to learn how to balance the need of the people vs. the need to protect the environment. Any extreme to either side is not good.
In today’s fast moving technologies, government as well as companies must learn to adjust and maneuver quickly to keep pace, or they will be out of business or incur deteriorating revenues and infrastructure. We must learn how to stay competitive and resourceful to survive and thrive economically.
I submit: Leadership by example. I plan to cut waste, maximize productivity, reduce bureaucracy, increase efficiency and conservation in all city departments and assets, eliminate duplicating tasks and reward excellent performance and innovative methods of job performance. In addition, we have to use the Neighborhood Council’s more effectively; they are the eyes and ears of all the communities in Los Angeles. These are hard economic times; we must all put our shoulder to the task.
We must put all our differences aside and work together in harmony for the good of the people and the city of Los Angeles. Your vote for me will be one more step in this positive direction and it will be a win for all the people in LA.
LOS ANGELES CITY ELECTIONS 2013 - 8 CERTIFIED MAYORAL CANDIDATES - March 5, 2013 - YJ Draiman [View instapost]
"In the course of history, there comes a time when humanity is called to shift to a new level of consciousness, to reach a higher moral ground. A time when we have to shed our fear and give hope to each other. That time is now."
“Voter apathy was, and will remain the greatest threat to democracy.”
In the new century, Los Angeles has begun to fade, and it cannot blame its sorry condition on the recent recession. The unemployment rate is one of the highest among the nation’s largest urban areas. Streets are potholed. Businesses and residents are fleeing. In virtually every category of urban success, from migration of educated workers to growth of airport travel, Los Angeles lags behind not only such fast-growth regions as Dallas, Houston, and Raleigh-Durham, but also historical rivals like New York. Perhaps worst of all is the perception, both here and elsewhere, that Los Angeles no longer matters as much as it once did. There was once a great mystique about L.A., but it is gone. Moreover, look at the leadership, and it is gone. No one much cares.” Such pessimism, commonly heard these days, is an unwelcome development in a city that once epitomized the promise of twentieth-century America. L.A.’s greatness stemmed from its willingness to be different.
LOS ANGELES CITY ELECTIONS 2013 - 8 CERTIFIED MAYORAL CANDIDATES - March 5, 2013 - YJ Draiman [View instapost]
My name is YJ Draiman I am one of the candidates running for mayor of Los Angeles
Do you want LA to follow Detroit? Be carful whom you vote for as the next mayor of Los Angeles
When millions of dollars are spent by Unions to support a specific Mayoral Candidate in LA, it is time to question the candidate’s loyalty to the people.
Our city is in dire financial crisis, our economy is in shambles, businesses and people are leaving the city in droves. Sounds familiar? – This is what is happening in Detroit. Do you want the same to be repeated in Los Angeles?
The Odor of Favoritism, Monopoly and Union Pressure is raising a Stink in LA politics.
Candidates courting Union money for their campaign coffers are costing taxpayers jobs and higher rates for city services. Let us address what is rotten in Los Angeles politics when many of the office-seeking candidates raised campaign funds through backroom politics and cronyism rather than looking out for their constituency.
We want to get the word out that the public trust is being manipulated, and this will be another cause in advancing the city of Los Angeles to Municipal Bankruptcy and total economic collapse.
Let the people vote for the independent candidate whose allegiance is to the people of Los Angeles and not the special interests.
My goal is to rejuvenate the business community in Los Angeles, aggressively go after new businesses and make Los Angeles the World Capital of Renewable Energy and more …
It is government by the people for the people and not just the special interest groups who can afford to buy the government.
Let us all vote and take back our government.
“Voter apathy was, and will remain the greatest threat to democracy.”
Do you want to make a change for the better in Los Angeles.
If we all vote we can take back our government.
Vote for me, thank you I am “YJ Draiman”
Check out my website to learn more about me and what I stand for at: http://bit.ly/MKE5pr
My Name Is YJ Draiman I Am One Of The Candidates Running For Mayor Of Los Angeles [View instapost]
LA’s Mayoral Candidate YJ Draiman
Yehuda YJ Draiman - Independent, Neighborhood Council Secretary and Energy/Utility Consultant Pros: As an outsider, Draiman's allegiance is to the people of Los Angeles. His activism and volunteering in the community encourages change and that appeal alone makes him viable. As a candidate who is not obligated to the special interests, he sees things as a servant of the people. Draiman wants to make Los Angeles the World Capital of Renewable Energy, Energy Efficiency and Water Conservation, this will invigorate the economy and create permanent jobs with good pay. He wants to reduce bureaucracy and aggressively go after new businesses, which would increase employment. He strongly believes in “Made in America” products. Draiman, with the right team behind him could make a difference.
8 Vie For Los Angeles Mayor In Upcoming City Primary - Yehuda YJ Draiman [View instapost]
Who can save the City of Los Angeles from bankruptcy? – YJ Draiman for Mayor of LA
I am a firm believer that you can accomplish more with honey than with vinegar. The City of Los Angeles is on the brink of Municipal Bankruptcy. If that happens all of LA City employees will sustain a severe economic and financial blow, which cannot be rectified. The people who reside in the City of Los Angeles will sustain much hardship if this financial situation is not resolved amicably. I propose that all parties handling the city finances and all Union organizations and other organizations that service the city should put all the cards on the table. Show all expenses and liabilities, a conservative approach to projected revenues, no fudging of expenses or revenues. It is in the best interests of all parties to come to a compromise. Remember a piece of cake is better than no cake at all. Eventually the cow runs out of milk. Today’s economic and financial situation throughout Los Angeles and the rest of the country as a whole is the worst since the depression. The City of Los Angeles must aggressively help businesses in trouble survive and court other businesses to locate in the City of Los Angeles. Businesses create jobs and revenues. We must look at the "multiplier affect of thriving businesses", which creates economic prosperity.
8 Vie For Los Angeles Mayor In Upcoming City Primary - Yehuda YJ Draiman [View instapost]
Jobs and the Economy – solutions – YJ Draiman for Mayor r6 As Mayor of LA, how would I create jobs? We have a tremendous amount of natural resources here in Los Angeles, which we need to develop. To put it succinctly, "You can not drill for American oil and natural gas in China, Saudi Arabia or anyplace else other than America."
The more domestic energy we produce, renewable and non-renewable, the more domestic jobs we create. Moreover, jobs in the exploration and production of oil and natural gas pay more than twice the national average. At the same time, the domestic energy we produce will increase R&D in renewable energy sources, thus, increase efficiency.
Just look how far we have come in the development of renewable energy and energy efficiency in the past 10 years. I intend to accelerate that trend, and to take advantage of every resource possible in technology and funding. As I stated many times; “Those who control the energy supply control whole continents”; “Those who control the water sources control life”.
Americans should demand products made in the USA. We can produce a better product with better quality at a competitive price. It is my intention to provide numerous incentives to retain businesses here in Los Angeles, and to offer those incentives to bring businesses back to Los Angeles.
Employment creates revenues and saves the government money and resources by taking the unemployed off the government subsidy and social services. It also creates the “multiplier affect”, which is a snowball of economic growth.
One of my top priorities is to ensure that we continue to develop and promote renewable energy sources. Many in the natural gas industry believe the day when renewable energy dominates our energy landscape is far off. I disagree. With American ingenuity, innovation and determination, the dawn of renewable energy sources can be upon us now.
What I propose is a "do-it-all strategy" in which we focus not just on developing renewable energy, but also on the development of our abundant fossil fuels. While further technology and innovation in building construction would need to be developed, such need would also provide more jobs. More importantly, our reliance on over-priced outside energy would be decreased resulting in positive economic growth.
I would promote the design of a thermal solar system that provides energy, heat and hot water. In addition, I would initiate a new and advanced fuel technology for vehicles such as hydrogen, natural gas and ultra-capacitors for energy storage. Los Angeles wastes an enormous amount of energy and work hours due to traffic congestion. I plan on an expedient advancement of our public transit system and devise systems to reduce traffic congestion.
In urban areas: roads, sidewalks, buildings and other structures prevent rainwater from being absorbed in the ground and replenishing the aquifers. It is time for us to compensate for that loss by collecting the rain runoff into retaining ponds. We need to implement the use of rainwater harvesting, gray water technology, collecting the billions of gallons of rain runoff into retaining ponds, desalinization projects powered totally by renewable energy (solar and wind combo systems) and other methods of conserving natural resources. As such, we would make existing renewable systems more cost effective and more efficient.
The result of my programs would be the increase of jobs, the decrease of energy and operating costs, and a reduction of our reliance on foreign oil. That in turn would result in decreasing the deficit and creating permanent jobs.
In short, the key to Los Angeles economic recovery is not an increase in taxes and fees. Rather, true long-term recovery will rely on the increase of efficiency and productivity; the reduction of bureaucracy; and the promotion of businesses and employment. All of which will instill confidence in our economy, generate greater revenues for the city of Los Angeles and other governmental entities.
American confidence in government is at an all time low. We no longer have the same level of faith in our institutions and leaders that we once had. Consequently, we are seeing a continued erosion of our outlook on the future. This outlook must change by initiating a massive and sound education program that produces innovation and technology.
We have an opportunity to jumpstart our economy, protect our environment and put our city on the path toward energy security through greater use of our domestic energy production such as natural gas. Our domestic energy production can serve as a foundation for our energy and economic independence. This path will enable us to develop the required innovation and production of other forms of energy sources.
To realize a course toward energy and economic security we must do what is necessary to instill confidence in the responsible development of our energy sources. We can use natural gas as a solid foundation on which to develop extensive R&D in renewable energy sources, and the efficient means to operate and maintain the mechanisms needed for such use.
Improving our educational system is the key to our economic survival. In a global, knowledge-driven economy, there is a direct correlation between engineering education and innovative progress. Our success or failure as a city will be measured by how well we do in providing the needed educational tools to promote innovation in all fields.
Leadership is not a birthright. Despite what many Americans believe, our city does not possess an innate knack for greatness. Greatness must be worked for and won by each new generation. Right now that is not happening. However, we still have time. If we place the emphasis we should on education, research and innovation, we can lead the world in the decades to come. Nevertheless, the only way to ensure we remain great tomorrow is to increase our investment in science and engineering today. In addition, we must invest in trade schools to train our future workers in the new and old technology.
We have to learn how to balance the need of the people vs. the need to protect the environment. Any extreme to either side is not good.
In today’s fast moving technologies, government as well as companies must learn to adjust and maneuver quickly to keep pace, or they will be out of business or incur deteriorating revenues and infrastructure. We must learn how to stay competitive and resourceful to survive and thrive economically.
I submit: Leadership by example. I plan to cut waste, maximize productivity, reduce bureaucracy, increase efficiency and conservation in all city departments and assets, eliminate duplicating tasks and reward excellent performance and innovative methods of job performance. In addition, we have to use the Neighborhood Council’s more effectively; they are the eyes and ears of all the communities in Los Angeles. These are hard economic times; we must all put our shoulder to the task.
We must put all our differences aside and work together in harmony for the good of the people and the city of Los Angeles. Your vote for me will be one more step in this positive direction and it will be a win for all the people in LA.
"In the course of history, there comes a time when humanity is called to shift to a new level of consciousness, to reach a higher moral ground. A time when we have to shed our fear and give hope to each other. That time is now."
“Voter apathy was, and will remain the greatest threat to democracy.”
8 Vie For Los Angeles Mayor In Upcoming City Primary - Yehuda YJ Draiman [View instapost]
Do you want LA to follow Detroit? Be carful whom you vote for as the next mayor of Los Angeles – by YJ Draiman
When millions of dollars are spent by Unions to support a specific Mayoral Candidate in LA, it is time to question the candidate’s loyalty to the people.
Our city is in dire financial crisis, our economy is in shambles, businesses and people are leaving the city in droves. Sounds familiar? – This is what is happening in Detroit. Do you want the same to be repeated in Los Angeles?
The Odor of Favoritism, Monopoly and Union Pressure is raising a Stink in LA politics.
Candidates courting Union money for their campaign coffers are costing taxpayers jobs and higher rates for city services. Let us address what is rotten in Los Angeles politics when many of the office-seeking candidates raised campaign funds through backroom politics and cronyism rather than looking out for their constituency.
We want to get the word out that the public trust is being manipulated, and this will be another cause in advancing the city of Los Angeles to Municipal Bankruptcy and total economic collapse.
Let the people vote for the independent candidate whose allegiance is to the people of Los Angeles and not the special interests.
Do You Want LA To Follow Detroit? Be Carful Whom You Vote For As The Next Mayor Of Los Angeles – By YJ Draiman [View instapost]
In the new century, Los Angeles has begun to fade, and it cannot blame its sorry condition on the recent recession. The unemployment rate is one of the highest among the nation’s largest urban areas. Streets are potholed. Businesses and residents are fleeing. In virtually every category of urban success, from migration of educated workers to growth of airport travel, Los Angeles lags behind not only such fast-growth regions as Dallas, Houston, and Raleigh-Durham, but also historical rivals like New York. Perhaps worst of all is the perception, both here and elsewhere, that Los Angeles no longer matters as much as it once did. There was once a great mystique about L.A., but it is gone. Moreover, look at the leadership, and it is gone. No one much cares.” Such pessimism, commonly heard these days, is an unwelcome development in a city that once epitomized the promise of twentieth-century America. L.A.’s greatness stemmed from its willingness to be different.
LA Mayoral Candidate YJ Draiman Statement To The Press On March 1, 2013 [View instapost]
Mayoral Candidate YJ Draiman And City Council Candidates Announce A Press Conference To Be Held On March 1, 2013 At 12 Noon In South LA. [Edit or Delete]1 comment Mar 1, 2013 1:15 AM
Mayoral Candidate YJ Draiman and City Council Candidates announce a Press Conference to be held on March 1, 2013 at 12 noon in South LA.
Los Angeles Mayoral Candidate YJ Draiman and Six LA's City Council Candidates to Make Major Announcement in a Joint Media Conference Regarding Tuesday's March 5, 2013 LA's Primary Election.
Calling a joint press conference tomorrow morning at 12 noon, Mayoral Candidate Yehuda "YJ" Draiman and several City Council candidates will present a joint statement
These Candidates holding different political views on other subjects can all agree on this unifying issue.
For more information and to add your support contact: via email: yjdraimanformayor@yjdr... or Tel. 818-366-6999.
Mayoral Candidate YJ Draiman And City Council Candidates Announce A Press Conference To Be Held On March 1, 2013 At 12 Noon In South LA. [View instapost]
LA Mayoral Candidate YJ Draiman statement to the Press:
Any form of trash franchising (exclusive or non-exclusive) will result in higher trash costs for the multi-unit apartment building and shopping mall owners with the increase being passed to the renters and will also result in the loss of thousands of jobs. I firmly believe in free enterprise and I want to leave commercial trash pick-up as is so that the owners can choose their own trash company, I am also in favor of mandatory recycling and that all trash trucks be carbon compliant and install the necessary filters for air emission control and meet all city and state regulations. Moreover, we should utilize waste to energy technology. This would create jobs and produce electricity. The way for our city to get on the road financial and economic sustainability is by reducing bureaucracy, aggressively going after new businesses and creating an environment that entices businesses to locate within the City of Los Angeles. This will create jobs and increases revenues to the city; moreover, it takes the new employee off the government subsidy, which again saves the government money and social resources. We must promote products "Made in America" and develop our natural resources; this will create immediate permanent jobs with good pay.
Mayoral Candidate YJ Draiman And City Council Candidates Announce A Press Conference To Be Held On March 1, 2013 At 12 Noon In South LA. [View instapost]
Draiman for Mayor of Los Angeles said: Los Angeles elected officials, can you handle the task ahead of you. Now, let us see how the new elected officials can - Make the City of LA more responsive, accountable, streamlined, efficient, productive and user- friendly?
Who Is The Media Hiding From The Public? LA's Mayoral Candidate YJ Draiman [View instapost]
FCC posts YJ Draiman LA Mayoral Candidate comment: voters deserve to hear from all Mayoral candidates on the ballot http://bit.ly/15RiVjr;jsessionid=4GLXRm0Z51... YJ Draiman says that voters deserve to hear from all Mayoral candidates on the ballot It is anti democratic to ignore candidates who have earned their place to be on the ballot. In the current political mood and the growing apathy by voters it is imperative that every candidate who is officially on the ballot to be heard by the public. Ignoring these candidates only reinforces to the voting public that money and not the most qualified candidate is given a chance to run for office with a level playing field. The deck is stacked against a candidate who is not willing to be swayed by money and political influence. This is a sad day for our Democracy. The Media and the various organizations who host a candidate forum or debate have a great responsibility to present unbiased information to the public, of all the candidates that appear on the ballot with a level playing field. To ignore some candidates is a distortion of our Democratic oath and they are practicing the very same unacceptable behavior that they are trying to correct in today’s political scene. By ignoring candidates who are on the ballot the voters are deprived of critical information and opinions of all the candidates on the ballot. It is a disservice to the community at large. Angelenos have the right to an open and balanced election process resting on the values of our democracy, which is open to all candidates. We have to show to the public how real democracy at work by presenting all the candidates, not just the select few. The right to vote is the right that protects all other rights. That includes all official candidates. For the Airwaves Media it is a violation of FCC rules. YJ Draiman for Mayor
FCC Posts YJ Draiman LA Mayoral Candidate Comment: Voters Deserve To Hear From All Mayoral Candidates On The Ballot [View instapost]
Vote Draiman · New York University “The will of the people shall be the basis of the authority of government; this will shall be expressed in periodic and genuine elections which shall be by universal and equal suffrage and shall be held by secret ballot or by equivalent free voting procedures."
We are conditioned to think that our lives revolve around great moments.
But great moments often catch us unaware-beautifully wrapped in what others may consider a small one.
People will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel.
May we make the world a little kinder and more compassionate by reminding ourselves that often it is the random acts of kindness that most benefit all of us.
Life may not be the party we hoped for, but while we are here we might as well dance.
“Man can live about forty days without food, about three days without water, about eight minutes without air, but only for one second without hope”
Complaining And Blame Will Not Fix The Problems.- YJ Draiman [View instapost]
If you want to replace one tax for a new tax you must reduce the total taxes, which is the only way California has a chance of economic sustainability.
Many businesses and people are moving out of the State of California due to the high taxation. This trend will continue unless we do something about it.
YJ Draiman
Which Of The Two LA Mayoral Candidates Deserves To Be The Mayor In 2013 - Draiman [View instapost]
I propose a solution:
We need a concession from our city employees of a 10% pay cut across the board and a 15% minimum contribution to the pension and health plan accelerating by 5% each year for the next 3 years. (a peace of cake is better than no cake at all – if the city goes bankrupt you lose everything you have worked for years to accumulate)
A consolidation of departments and technological upgrades throughout all departments, increase efficiency, reducing redundancy and holding all department heads accountable.
Conduct serious re-negotiations with unions in good faith.
The city of LA has lost over 10,000 businesses in the past 4 years, and the trend will continue. Why do you think that happened here in LA.?
Aerospace industry, which was a substantial employment and revenue generator for the city of Los Angeles, has been reduced to a skeleton of its glory days.
Therefore, we must find alternative employment in our city and actively and aggressively promote businesses in the city of Los Angeles with reduced bureaucracy and a friendly inviting atmosphere. Increasing business takes people of unemployment and government support, brings additional revenues to the government and advances economic growth.
Actively promote the exploration of hydrocarbon and renewable energy, with energy efficiency and water conservation. Reinvigorate our pride in Made in America products. Utilize LA’s natural resources and make Los Angeles the world capital of multitude energy sources, energy efficiency and water conservation development.
Rebuild LA’s infrastructure
Rebuild our education system and devise an atmosphere that is conducive for education. Set-up trade schools to teach and train students in old and new technologies. We are living in an ever-changing economic environment, we must respond accordingly with our education system and our work force.
It is in everyone’s interest to make LA a thriving city.
YJ Draiman
LOS ANGELES CITY ELECTIONS 2013 - 8 CERTIFIED MAYORAL CANDIDATES - March 5, 2013 - YJ Draiman [View instapost]
As Mayor of LA, how would I create jobs? We have a tremendous amount of natural resources here in Los Angeles, which we need to develop. To put it succinctly, "You can not drill for American oil and natural gas in China, Saudi Arabia or anyplace else other than America."
The more domestic energy we produce, renewable and non-renewable, the more domestic jobs we create. Moreover, jobs in the exploration and production of oil and natural gas pay more than twice the national average. At the same time, the domestic energy we produce will increase R&D in renewable energy sources, thus, increase efficiency.
Just look how far we have come in the development of renewable energy and energy efficiency in the past 10 years. I intend to accelerate that trend, and to take advantage of every resource possible in technology and funding. As I stated many times; “Those who control the energy supply control whole continents”; “Those who control the water sources control life”.
Americans should demand products made in the USA. We can produce a better product with better quality at a competitive price. It is my intention to provide numerous incentives to retain businesses here in Los Angeles, and to offer those incentives to bring businesses back to Los Angeles.
Employment creates revenues and saves the government money and resources by taking the unemployed off the government subsidy and social services. It also creates the “multiplier affect”, which is a snowball of economic growth.
One of my top priorities is to ensure that we continue to develop and promote renewable energy sources. Many in the natural gas industry believe the day when renewable energy dominates our energy landscape is far off. I disagree. With American ingenuity, innovation and determination, the dawn of renewable energy sources can be upon us now.
What I propose is a "do-it-all strategy" in which we focus not just on developing renewable energy, but also on the development of our abundant fossil fuels. While further technology and innovation in building construction would need to be developed, such need would also provide more jobs. More importantly, our reliance on over-priced outside energy would be decreased resulting in positive economic growth.
I would promote the design of a thermal solar system that provides energy, heat and hot water. In addition, I would initiate a new and advanced fuel technology for vehicles such as hydrogen, natural gas and ultra-capacitors for energy storage. Los Angeles wastes an enormous amount of energy and work hours due to traffic congestion. I plan on an expedient advancement of our public transit system and devise systems to reduce traffic congestion.
In urban areas: roads, sidewalks, buildings and other structures prevent rainwater from being absorbed in the ground and replenishing the aquifers. It is time for us to compensate for that loss by collecting the rain runoff into retaining ponds. We need to implement the use of rainwater harvesting, gray water technology, collecting the billions of gallons of rain runoff into retaining ponds, desalinization projects powered totally by renewable energy (solar and wind combo systems) and other methods of conserving natural resources. As such, we would make existing renewable systems more cost effective and more efficient.
The result of my programs would be the increase of jobs, the decrease of energy and operating costs, and a reduction of our reliance on foreign oil. That in turn would result in decreasing the deficit and creating permanent jobs.
In short, the key to Los Angeles economic recovery is not an increase in taxes and fees. Rather, true long-term recovery will rely on the increase of efficiency and productivity; the reduction of bureaucracy; and the promotion of businesses and employment. All of which will instill confidence in our economy, generate greater revenues for the city of Los Angeles and other governmental entities.
American confidence in government is at an all time low. We no longer have the same level of faith in our institutions and leaders that we once had. Consequently, we are seeing a continued erosion of our outlook on the future. This outlook must change by initiating a massive and sound education program that produces innovation and technology.
We have an opportunity to jumpstart our economy, protect our environment and put our city on the path toward energy security through greater use of our domestic energy production such as natural gas. Our domestic energy production can serve as a foundation for our energy and economic independence. This path will enable us to develop the required innovation and production of other forms of energy sources.
To realize a course toward energy and economic security we must do what is necessary to instill confidence in the responsible development of our energy sources. We can use natural gas as a solid foundation on which to develop extensive R&D in renewable energy sources, and the efficient means to operate and maintain the mechanisms needed for such use.
Improving our educational system is the key to our economic survival. In a global, knowledge-driven economy, there is a direct correlation between engineering education and innovative progress. Our success or failure as a city will be measured by how well we do in providing the needed educational tools to promote innovation in all fields.
Leadership is not a birthright. Despite what many Americans believe, our city does not possess an innate knack for greatness. Greatness must be worked for and won by each new generation. Right now that is not happening. However, we still have time. If we place the emphasis we should on education, research and innovation, we can lead the world in the decades to come. Nevertheless, the only way to ensure we remain great tomorrow is to increase our investment in science and engineering today. In addition, we must invest in trade schools to train our future workers in the new and old technology.
We have to learn how to balance the need of the people vs. the need to protect the environment. Any extreme to either side is not good.
In today’s fast moving technologies, government as well as companies must learn to adjust and maneuver quickly to keep pace, or they will be out of business or incur deteriorating revenues and infrastructure. We must learn how to stay competitive and resourceful to survive and thrive economically.
I submit: Leadership by example. I plan to cut waste, maximize productivity, reduce bureaucracy, increase efficiency and conservation in all city departments and assets, eliminate duplicating tasks and reward excellent performance and innovative methods of job performance. In addition, we have to use the Neighborhood Council’s more effectively; they are the eyes and ears of all the communities in Los Angeles. These are hard economic times; we must all put our shoulder to the task.
We must put all our differences aside and work together in harmony for the good of the people and the city of Los Angeles. Your vote for me will be one more step in this positive direction and it will be a win for all the people in LA.
YJ Draiman
LOS ANGELES CITY ELECTIONS 2013 - 8 CERTIFIED MAYORAL CANDIDATES - March 5, 2013 - YJ Draiman [View instapost]
“Voter apathy was, and will remain the greatest threat to democracy.”
In the new century, Los Angeles has begun to fade, and it cannot blame its sorry condition on the recent recession. The unemployment rate is one of the highest among the nation’s largest urban areas. Streets are potholed. Businesses and residents are fleeing. In virtually every category of urban success, from migration of educated workers to growth of airport travel, Los Angeles lags behind not only such fast-growth regions as Dallas, Houston, and Raleigh-Durham, but also historical rivals like New York.
Perhaps worst of all is the perception, both here and elsewhere, that Los Angeles no longer matters as much as it once did. There was once a great mystique about L.A., but it is gone. Moreover, look at the leadership, and it is gone. No one much cares.”
Such pessimism, commonly heard these days, is an unwelcome development in a city that once epitomized the promise of twentieth-century America. L.A.’s greatness stemmed from its willingness to be different.
LOS ANGELES CITY ELECTIONS 2013 - 8 CERTIFIED MAYORAL CANDIDATES - March 5, 2013 - YJ Draiman [View instapost]
Do you want LA to follow Detroit? Be carful whom you vote for as the next mayor of Los Angeles
When millions of dollars are spent by Unions to support a specific Mayoral Candidate in LA, it is time to question the candidate’s loyalty to the people.
Our city is in dire financial crisis, our economy is in shambles, businesses and people are leaving the city in droves. Sounds familiar? – This is what is happening in Detroit. Do you want the same to be repeated in Los Angeles?
The Odor of Favoritism, Monopoly and Union Pressure is raising a Stink in LA politics.
Candidates courting Union money for their campaign coffers are costing taxpayers jobs and higher rates for city services. Let us address what is rotten in Los Angeles politics when many of the office-seeking candidates raised campaign funds through backroom politics and cronyism rather than looking out for their constituency.
We want to get the word out that the public trust is being manipulated, and this will be another cause in advancing the city of Los Angeles to Municipal Bankruptcy and total economic collapse.
Let the people vote for the independent candidate whose allegiance is to the people of Los Angeles and not the special interests.
My goal is to rejuvenate the business community in Los Angeles, aggressively go after new businesses and make Los Angeles the World Capital of Renewable Energy and more …
It is government by the people for the people and not just the special interest groups who can afford to buy the government.
Let us all vote and take back our government.
“Voter apathy was, and will remain the greatest threat to democracy.”
Do you want to make a change for the better in Los Angeles.
If we all vote we can take back our government.
Vote for me, thank you I am “YJ Draiman”
Check out my website to learn more about me and what I stand for at: http://bit.ly/MKE5pr
My Name Is YJ Draiman I Am One Of The Candidates Running For Mayor Of Los Angeles [View instapost]
Yehuda YJ Draiman - Independent, Neighborhood Council Secretary and Energy/Utility Consultant
Pros: As an outsider, Draiman's allegiance is to the people of Los Angeles. His activism and volunteering in the community encourages change and that appeal alone makes him viable. As a candidate who is not obligated to the special interests, he sees things as a servant of the people. Draiman wants to make Los Angeles the World Capital of Renewable Energy, Energy Efficiency and Water Conservation, this will invigorate the economy and create permanent jobs with good pay. He wants to reduce bureaucracy and aggressively go after new businesses, which would increase employment. He strongly believes in “Made in America” products. Draiman, with the right team behind him could make a difference.
8 Vie For Los Angeles Mayor In Upcoming City Primary - Yehuda YJ Draiman [View instapost]
I am a firm believer that you can accomplish more with honey than with vinegar.
The City of Los Angeles is on the brink of Municipal Bankruptcy. If that happens all of LA City employees will sustain a severe economic and financial blow, which cannot be rectified. The people who reside in the City of Los Angeles will sustain much hardship if this financial situation is not resolved amicably.
I propose that all parties handling the city finances and all Union organizations and other organizations that service the city should put all the cards on the table. Show all expenses and liabilities, a conservative approach to projected revenues, no fudging of expenses or revenues.
It is in the best interests of all parties to come to a compromise. Remember a piece of cake is better than no cake at all. Eventually the cow runs out of milk.
Today’s economic and financial situation throughout Los Angeles and the rest of the country as a whole is the worst since the depression.
The City of Los Angeles must aggressively help businesses in trouble survive and court other businesses to locate in the City of Los Angeles. Businesses create jobs and revenues. We must look at the "multiplier affect of thriving businesses", which creates economic prosperity.
YJ Draiman
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8 Vie For Los Angeles Mayor In Upcoming City Primary - Yehuda YJ Draiman [View instapost]
As Mayor of LA, how would I create jobs? We have a tremendous amount of natural resources here in Los Angeles, which we need to develop. To put it succinctly, "You can not drill for American oil and natural gas in China, Saudi Arabia or anyplace else other than America."
The more domestic energy we produce, renewable and non-renewable, the more domestic jobs we create. Moreover, jobs in the exploration and production of oil and natural gas pay more than twice the national average. At the same time, the domestic energy we produce will increase R&D in renewable energy sources, thus, increase efficiency.
Just look how far we have come in the development of renewable energy and energy efficiency in the past 10 years. I intend to accelerate that trend, and to take advantage of every resource possible in technology and funding. As I stated many times; “Those who control the energy supply control whole continents”; “Those who control the water sources control life”.
Americans should demand products made in the USA. We can produce a better product with better quality at a competitive price. It is my intention to provide numerous incentives to retain businesses here in Los Angeles, and to offer those incentives to bring businesses back to Los Angeles.
Employment creates revenues and saves the government money and resources by taking the unemployed off the government subsidy and social services. It also creates the “multiplier affect”, which is a snowball of economic growth.
One of my top priorities is to ensure that we continue to develop and promote renewable energy sources. Many in the natural gas industry believe the day when renewable energy dominates our energy landscape is far off. I disagree. With American ingenuity, innovation and determination, the dawn of renewable energy sources can be upon us now.
What I propose is a "do-it-all strategy" in which we focus not just on developing renewable energy, but also on the development of our abundant fossil fuels. While further technology and innovation in building construction would need to be developed, such need would also provide more jobs. More importantly, our reliance on over-priced outside energy would be decreased resulting in positive economic growth.
I would promote the design of a thermal solar system that provides energy, heat and hot water. In addition, I would initiate a new and advanced fuel technology for vehicles such as hydrogen, natural gas and ultra-capacitors for energy storage. Los Angeles wastes an enormous amount of energy and work hours due to traffic congestion. I plan on an expedient advancement of our public transit system and devise systems to reduce traffic congestion.
In urban areas: roads, sidewalks, buildings and other structures prevent rainwater from being absorbed in the ground and replenishing the aquifers. It is time for us to compensate for that loss by collecting the rain runoff into retaining ponds. We need to implement the use of rainwater harvesting, gray water technology, collecting the billions of gallons of rain runoff into retaining ponds, desalinization projects powered totally by renewable energy (solar and wind combo systems) and other methods of conserving natural resources. As such, we would make existing renewable systems more cost effective and more efficient.
The result of my programs would be the increase of jobs, the decrease of energy and operating costs, and a reduction of our reliance on foreign oil. That in turn would result in decreasing the deficit and creating permanent jobs.
In short, the key to Los Angeles economic recovery is not an increase in taxes and fees. Rather, true long-term recovery will rely on the increase of efficiency and productivity; the reduction of bureaucracy; and the promotion of businesses and employment. All of which will instill confidence in our economy, generate greater revenues for the city of Los Angeles and other governmental entities.
American confidence in government is at an all time low. We no longer have the same level of faith in our institutions and leaders that we once had. Consequently, we are seeing a continued erosion of our outlook on the future. This outlook must change by initiating a massive and sound education program that produces innovation and technology.
We have an opportunity to jumpstart our economy, protect our environment and put our city on the path toward energy security through greater use of our domestic energy production such as natural gas. Our domestic energy production can serve as a foundation for our energy and economic independence. This path will enable us to develop the required innovation and production of other forms of energy sources.
To realize a course toward energy and economic security we must do what is necessary to instill confidence in the responsible development of our energy sources. We can use natural gas as a solid foundation on which to develop extensive R&D in renewable energy sources, and the efficient means to operate and maintain the mechanisms needed for such use.
Improving our educational system is the key to our economic survival. In a global, knowledge-driven economy, there is a direct correlation between engineering education and innovative progress. Our success or failure as a city will be measured by how well we do in providing the needed educational tools to promote innovation in all fields.
Leadership is not a birthright. Despite what many Americans believe, our city does not possess an innate knack for greatness. Greatness must be worked for and won by each new generation. Right now that is not happening. However, we still have time. If we place the emphasis we should on education, research and innovation, we can lead the world in the decades to come. Nevertheless, the only way to ensure we remain great tomorrow is to increase our investment in science and engineering today. In addition, we must invest in trade schools to train our future workers in the new and old technology.
We have to learn how to balance the need of the people vs. the need to protect the environment. Any extreme to either side is not good.
In today’s fast moving technologies, government as well as companies must learn to adjust and maneuver quickly to keep pace, or they will be out of business or incur deteriorating revenues and infrastructure. We must learn how to stay competitive and resourceful to survive and thrive economically.
I submit: Leadership by example. I plan to cut waste, maximize productivity, reduce bureaucracy, increase efficiency and conservation in all city departments and assets, eliminate duplicating tasks and reward excellent performance and innovative methods of job performance. In addition, we have to use the Neighborhood Council’s more effectively; they are the eyes and ears of all the communities in Los Angeles. These are hard economic times; we must all put our shoulder to the task.
We must put all our differences aside and work together in harmony for the good of the people and the city of Los Angeles. Your vote for me will be one more step in this positive direction and it will be a win for all the people in LA.
YJ Draiman
http://bit.ly/XfXqWq
http://bit.ly/draimanf... youtube
http://bit.ly/QFj0yS
"In the course of history, there comes a time when humanity is called to shift to a new level of consciousness, to reach a higher moral ground. A time when we have to shed our fear and give hope to each other. That time is now."
“Voter apathy was, and will remain the greatest threat to democracy.”
8 Vie For Los Angeles Mayor In Upcoming City Primary - Yehuda YJ Draiman [View instapost]
When millions of dollars are spent by Unions to support a specific Mayoral Candidate in LA, it is time to question the candidate’s loyalty to the people.
Our city is in dire financial crisis, our economy is in shambles, businesses and people are leaving the city in droves. Sounds familiar? – This is what is happening in Detroit. Do you want the same to be repeated in Los Angeles?
The Odor of Favoritism, Monopoly and Union Pressure is raising a Stink in LA politics.
Candidates courting Union money for their campaign coffers are costing taxpayers jobs and higher rates for city services. Let us address what is rotten in Los Angeles politics when many of the office-seeking candidates raised campaign funds through backroom politics and cronyism rather than looking out for their constituency.
We want to get the word out that the public trust is being manipulated, and this will be another cause in advancing the city of Los Angeles to Municipal Bankruptcy and total economic collapse.
Let the people vote for the independent candidate whose allegiance is to the people of Los Angeles and not the special interests.
It is government by the people for the people.
Let us all vote and take back our government.
Thank you
YJ Draiman for Mayor 2013
http://bit.ly/QFj0yS
Do You Want LA To Follow Detroit? Be Carful Whom You Vote For As The Next Mayor Of Los Angeles – By YJ Draiman [View instapost]
Perhaps worst of all is the perception, both here and elsewhere, that Los Angeles no longer matters as much as it once did. There was once a great mystique about L.A., but it is gone. Moreover, look at the leadership, and it is gone. No one much cares.”
Such pessimism, commonly heard these days, is an unwelcome development in a city that once epitomized the promise of twentieth-century America. L.A.’s greatness stemmed from its willingness to be different.
LA Mayoral Candidate YJ Draiman Statement To The Press On March 1, 2013 [View instapost]
Mar 1, 2013 1:15 AM
Mayoral Candidate YJ Draiman and City Council Candidates announce a Press Conference to be held on March 1, 2013 at 12 noon in South LA.
Los Angeles Mayoral Candidate YJ Draiman and Six LA's City Council Candidates to Make Major Announcement in a Joint Media Conference Regarding Tuesday's March 5, 2013 LA's Primary Election.
Calling a joint press conference tomorrow morning at 12 noon, Mayoral Candidate Yehuda "YJ" Draiman and several City Council candidates will present a joint statement
These Candidates holding different political views on other subjects can all agree on this unifying issue.
For more information and to add your support contact: via email: yjdraimanformayor@yjdr... or Tel. 818-366-6999.
YJ Draiman for Mayor of Los Angeles 2013
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Mayoral Candidate YJ Draiman And City Council Candidates Announce A Press Conference To Be Held On March 1, 2013 At 12 Noon In South LA. [View instapost]
Any form of trash franchising (exclusive or non-exclusive) will result in higher trash costs for the multi-unit apartment building and shopping mall owners with the increase being passed to the renters and will also result in the loss of thousands of jobs. I firmly believe in free enterprise and I want to leave commercial trash pick-up as is so that the owners can choose their own trash company, I am also in favor of mandatory recycling and that all trash trucks be carbon compliant and install the necessary filters for air emission control and meet all city and state regulations.
Moreover, we should utilize waste to energy technology. This would create jobs and produce electricity.
The way for our city to get on the road financial and economic sustainability is by reducing bureaucracy, aggressively going after new businesses and creating an environment that entices businesses to locate within the City of Los Angeles. This will create jobs and increases revenues to the city; moreover, it takes the new employee off the government subsidy, which again saves the government money and social resources. We must promote products "Made in America" and develop our natural resources; this will create immediate permanent jobs with good pay.
Thank you
YJ Draiman for Mayor of Los Angeles 2013
http://bit.ly/VeSUpA
http://bit.ly/XfXqWq
http://bit.ly/draimanf... YouTube
Mayoral Candidate YJ Draiman And City Council Candidates Announce A Press Conference To Be Held On March 1, 2013 At 12 Noon In South LA. [View instapost]
Los Angeles elected officials, can you handle the task ahead of you.
Now, let us see how the new elected officials can -
Make the City of LA more responsive, accountable, streamlined, efficient, productive and user- friendly?
YJ Draiman
Who Is The Media Hiding From The Public? LA's Mayoral Candidate YJ Draiman [View instapost]
YJ Draiman says that voters deserve to hear from all Mayoral candidates on the ballot
It is anti democratic to ignore candidates who have earned their place to be on the ballot. In the current political mood and the growing apathy by voters it is imperative that every candidate who is officially on the ballot to be heard by the public. Ignoring these candidates only reinforces to the voting public that money and not the most qualified candidate is given a chance to run for office with a level playing field. The deck is stacked against a candidate who is not willing to be swayed by money and political influence. This is a sad day for our Democracy. The Media and the various organizations who host a candidate forum or debate have a great responsibility to present unbiased information to the public, of all the candidates that appear on the ballot with a level playing field. To ignore some candidates is a distortion of our Democratic oath and they are practicing the very same unacceptable behavior that they are trying to correct in today’s political scene. By ignoring candidates who are on the ballot the voters are deprived of critical information and opinions of all the candidates on the ballot. It is a disservice to the community at large. Angelenos have the right to an open and balanced election process resting on the values of our democracy, which is open to all candidates. We have to show to the public how real democracy at work by presenting all the candidates, not just the select few. The right to vote is the right that protects all other rights. That includes all official candidates. For the Airwaves Media it is a violation of FCC rules.
YJ Draiman for Mayor
FCC Posts YJ Draiman LA Mayoral Candidate Comment: Voters Deserve To Hear From All Mayoral Candidates On The Ballot [View instapost]
“The will of the people shall be the basis of the authority of government; this will shall be expressed in periodic and genuine elections which shall be by universal and equal suffrage and shall be held by secret ballot or by equivalent free voting procedures."
We are conditioned to think that our lives revolve around great moments.
But great moments often catch us unaware-beautifully wrapped in what others may consider a small one.
People will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel.
May we make the world a little kinder and more compassionate by reminding ourselves that often it is the random acts of kindness that most benefit all of us.
Life may not be the party we hoped for, but while we are here we might as well dance.
“Man can live about forty days without food, about three days without water, about eight minutes without air, but only for one second without hope”