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Mathieu Über on "Johnson campaigns gave over $35,000 to create “Strong Mayor” friendly conversation"

2012-01-17T22:14:47Z

OK. What is your point? They are not allowed to work for a non-profit organization that supports the same ideas as the mayor?

Mathieu Über on "Johnson campaigns gave over $35,000 to create “Strong Mayor” friendly conversation"

2012-01-17T22:11:04Z

This is a lot of hullabaloo from people who don't understand how city leaders, legislators and consultant firms work together, and didn't seem to ask any for clarification.

Mathieu Über on "Johnson campaigns gave over $35,000 to create “Strong Mayor” friendly conversation"

2012-01-17T22:00:45Z

Wasn't Johnson"s campaign manager Steve Maviglio in '08? He seems like a pretty smart guy who's "for the The People" as Rhonda said.

Mathieu Über on "Johnson campaigns gave over $35,000 to create “Strong Mayor” friendly conversation"

2012-01-17T21:56:17Z

I wish this platform would allow us to give a really big thumbs up or a really big thumbs down. We should be allowed a spectrum of thumbing.

Mathieu Über on "A music-infused celebration of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day at The Crocker"

2012-01-17T21:52:05Z

Why don't the photos have captions?

Mathieu Über on "Sacramento Music's Numbers Game"

2012-01-17T21:15:07Z

Another thing with Ace of Spades is that the 21 and over crowd just sort of seems to lurk around by the bar while the 18 and over kids are going crazy up front.

Mathieu Über on "Sacramento Music's Numbers Game"

2012-01-17T21:00:50Z

The security is ridiculous because it is a new place and they are under scrutiny, and don't want to get shut down. I could see the acoustics being a problem for an acoustic show. For the really heavy thundering sounds of Mushroomhead and Amon Amarth it's pretty kick-ass.

Mathieu Über on "Mongo Mongo Mongolian BBQ opens in Midtown"

2012-01-17T20:21:34Z

sand-o-wich

Mathieu Über on "Monsoon to bring Indian cuisine to 16th and K"

2012-01-17T20:07:12Z

"I don’t think there is anything else like this around here.” Yeah right Curry Club is a way better deal for lunch, and I think it tastes better, and the staff is more authentically knowledgeable and friendly. Then there is Bombay, which has been doing great since it opened. They have great lunch deals at the bar, and for couples and families it's a great atmosphere. It costs a little more, but it's sooo good.

Mathieu Über on "Wag the dog: Sacramento style"

2012-01-10T20:49:51Z

So what is Sacramento 2020? Get to the damned point. Why is this piece so filled with snarky suspiciousness? Please, just give me the facts, succinctly, and let me draw my own conclusion. I'm just lost in irrelevant anecdotals. Use your blog for that.

Mathieu Über on "2012 Sactown concert update: Black Keys, Delta Spirit, Preservation Hall Jazz Band"

2012-01-10T20:28:26Z

This is a really cool article.

Mathieu Über on "Midtown gets its long-awaited Squeeze Inn"

2012-01-10T18:44:50Z

AYE! AYE!

Mathieu Über on "Midtown gets its long-awaited Squeeze Inn"

2012-01-10T18:43:40Z

This is the most awesomest news I've read in a long time. Three thumbs up. Life is good with Squeeze Inn town.

Mathieu Über on "Tales from the front lines: Working on Christmas"

2011-12-28T18:43:11Z

You didn't include the Coroner's office. I worked for the coroner's office on Christmas eve, Christmas day and new year's. That was surreal.

Mathieu Über on "The Porch opens in old Celestin's spot"

2011-12-20T22:16:04Z

I better get there soon. I notice this trend recently of places opening with a bang and then gradually fizzle out. They come in with awesome ideas and top quality ingredients and everyone loves it. Then it's like people just want really cheap drinks and mediocre food and the owners decide they have to scale back then after not too long it's just not that interesting. It's like the right culture exists in the area, but people just refuse to spend good money on good food made by good chefs and farmers.

Mathieu Über on "Bill Maher: Stand-up Standup"

2011-08-23T18:06:03Z

I wanted to go to this show, but I went to an all-day concert instead. This was a really good knowledgeable and succinct write up. Watching old Carlin bits on Netflix recently, I can definitely see the influence he has on some of my favorite comedians such as Maher. I hadn't made the Twain associations, but I do appreciate them. I love when I read and find a connection that someone else has made and it resounds a connection in my head that had been floating there, and not yet resolved due to lack of attention or time spent on the material

Mathieu Über on "Law enforcement, firefighters box for charity"

2011-08-23T17:52:08Z

Have you ever boxed? The strategy involved is a lot like chess. Sometimes you throw a jab just to set up an uppercut combo three or four moves down the line. Is chess fighting? If you use your mind and not your body to fight, then it is OK? Don't be so judgmental, and you sound like a nerd.

Mathieu Über on "Photos of Wednesday afternoon's fire north of downtown"

2011-08-16T19:41:21Z

How did the fire start?

Mathieu Über on "May is Bike Month rolls out on Monday"

2011-05-10T19:03:55Z

I just hope that we've learned from last year. Drivers and cyclists need to be educated in a way that doesn't increase animosity and segregationist sentiments. Remember, last year 4 cyclists were killed by motorists during Bike Month. If there is going to be an increase in biking, there needs to be an increased awareness of bikers' rights and driver safety.

Mathieu Über on "Pinback breathes old and new life into Harlow's"

2011-01-04T17:46:14Z

Doesn't it mean, like, leader, or teacher maybe - like, an authority on the matter. I think the word pundit can mean all of the aforementioned terms. In which case, the word pundit was used correctly. Unless of course, you are more of a word pundit than I.

Mathieu Über on "Mason trades fine dining for comfort food with Cafeteria 15L"

2010-01-29T21:18:15Z

trendy. hip. hometown buffet. i'm sorry does this sentence make sense to anyone else?

Mathieu Über on "Mason trades fine dining for comfort food with Cafeteria 15L"

2010-01-29T21:16:36Z

actually it just might work. it sounds sad, pathetic and cheap. perfect timing to mirror the sentiments of middle-class america

Mathieu Über on "The Mutaytor makes first Sacramento appearance at Harlows tonight"

2010-01-29T21:11:50Z

awe, maybe we are mistaking being overpriced with being the favorite

Mathieu Über on "The Mutaytor makes first Sacramento appearance at Harlows tonight"

2010-01-29T21:10:22Z

nope never heard of him, would've been just fine without knowing anything about it. sounds like a tard and the analogies that he says are great are completely inept.

Mathieu Über on "Barrel Tasting in the El Dorado Wine Country"

2010-01-29T18:14:10Z

sounds like barrels of fun. HA! LTMQ (laugh to myself quietly - it's the new lol)

Mathieu Über on "The Mutaytor makes first Sacramento appearance at Harlows tonight"

2010-01-29T18:06:20Z

so are they going to do a show or something, or are we just interested in the ho-hum ongoings of someone whom you started out by saying we probably have never heard of?

Mathieu Über on "South Sac pursuit ends through a wall in Elk Grove"

2010-01-29T18:00:35Z

police chases should not be allowed. they put everyone in too much danger

Mathieu Über on "Sacramento Concerts, Music Events, and the Local Music Scene This Week"

2010-01-22T00:37:36Z

Thank you. This is so helpful. Earlier this week I was looking for any kind of guide online similar to this. I didn't want to have to search each venue or go pick up the snooze. I really want to go to the Coachella Festival, but it's not that easy of a spot to get to. i guess I'd have to fly into Ontario and then somehow get on the 10 and go into Coachell. Not to mention that a ticket for the three-day event is like $260. Anyway, I'm rambling. I wonder if they move the arena downtown, if more bands would go. I'm sure more people would walk and bike to the shows. i love the local music scene, but I want to see bands like Muse, Gorillaz and Jay-Z more often, you know. If I want to see bands like that it's like I have to plan a bunch of days off to get to s.f. or oakland and even then i'm reliant on someone else to be able to get a ticket so i can get a ride. it's bologna, i say!

Robert Downey Jr. and Maker of Hangover in Midtown

2010-01-21T23:25:02Z

Steve Maviglio said he just crossed paths with the two. It is rumored that the two are meeting with a single reporter at Ella tonight. No details on the time. Nevertheless, the celebrities are roaming the streets of midtown. Would love to fid them for an interview, so many questions.

Mathieu Über on "Community meeting tonight to discuss concept of returning cars to K Street"

2009-08-26T23:41:21Z

SacPress seems to be driven purely on the desire to stregthen community by giving everyone with interest the opportunity to band and inform. Apparently, this contemprary method has led to a conventional sense of representation and reporting.

Mathieu Über on "The science of THC medicine"

2009-08-26T23:06:22Z

You're not supposed to smoke the hemp, man.

Mathieu Über on "The science of THC medicine"

2009-08-26T22:56:50Z

Not to mention the general conceptual sense of control they are unwilling to relinquish. Drug laws are largley an extension of racism; it is a continuum of oppression - a war on personal freedom. But let's not forget that drugs are bad for society and the government did find it necessary to regulate them in order to have a functional society.

Mathieu Über on "Mayor's education report praises charter schools"

2009-08-26T22:37:03Z

What if those kids are really good at playing basketball. Well then they grow up to be mayors, obviously.

Mathieu Über on "Mayor's education report praises charter schools"

2009-08-26T22:34:14Z

Yeah and get the Government out of Medicare while you're at it!

Mathieu Über on "Mayor's education report praises charter schools"

2009-08-26T22:16:32Z

I love these observations, Marion. Informed and applicable.

Mathieu Über on "SacAnime Convention"

2009-08-26T22:06:59Z

I Think I'm Turning Japanese already! Gotta love all things Japanese, especially the ghost lore.

Mathieu Über on "Darrell Steinberg honored with Serna Award"

2009-08-26T21:44:41Z

Note that farmers and farm workers are not the same people. Back a few years ago when there was a big citrus freeze everyone was worried about the farmers, including Arnold the Barbarian who went to the central valley and tried to alleviate their financial woes. The media was all over the story of the farmer's strife, but no one seemed to give a shit about the farm workers. Whether it was just ignorance - a lack of awareness about the farm workers - or just a general xenophobia - most farm workers are immigrants - I am not sure. But it is great to see Steinberg step up to speak on their behalf. He is indeed one of our better legislators.

Mathieu Über on "Dispensary moratorium extended"

2009-08-26T21:36:37Z

Everybody Must Get Stoned! Man, that would be a good song title.

Mathieu Über on "Clear Channel may work with city on digital billboards"

2009-08-26T21:13:44Z

Well, I guess the spots mentioned for billboard-idge aren't particularly majestic.

Mathieu Über on "Clear Channel may work with city on digital billboards"

2009-08-26T21:08:23Z

Hurray for futuristic stains on the landscape! Awesome!

Mathieu Über on "Hair Wars @ The Park Ultra Lounge"

2009-07-30T06:22:54Z

It's no Hardware Wars.

Mathieu Über on "K Street's mojo rising"

2009-07-17T06:30:36Z

I blame the tree branch that attacked Fargo. I heard it was an illegal immigrant. Hey, speaking of walls, maybe the city could hire Christo to somehow cover up the street and thus arouse interest in the area. That would most defiantly not be minimalist.

Mathieu Über on "Street Interview"

2009-07-17T06:06:46Z

What was the Thursday Night Market?

Mathieu Über on "Safe Ground yet to be found"

2009-07-17T05:48:26Z

Yeah mental illness is a hoax, just like global climate change. I'm beginning to see where you're coming from.

Mathieu Über on "Street Interview"

2009-07-17T00:06:10Z

How about we acknowledge this inane yo-yo response to the K street situation. We wanted to bring business to the strip so we closed t off to traffic, now we want to bring business in so we are going to open it up to traffic. You want to know what K St. will be like if you open it up to traffic, look at any other street in the city. It would be expensive way to totally ignore the underlying issues of the problem. Are we going to bring people to K St. so they can stare at a bunch of empty buildings? When I first moved here I had a strange experience on the K St. mall. When approaching on foot from far away the area looked impressive, but then when I walked up to the interesting buildings I found that they were vacant. Not just one or two, but it seemed like more than half of them were empty. It was like, oh neat what's that over there could be a sweet coffee shop or art gallery. Nope just another deserted building. People that visit from out of town and even a few comedians I've seen at the Punch Line have commented on and been turned off by the strangeness of all the empty buildings on K St. And now the building that are filled are filled with crap. I mean aside from The Crest, Marilyn's, I guess Imax, The Blade, and now The Cosmopolitan, and I guess Esquire Grill, everything else is pure junk. I don't see how such an expensive proposal is justified to bring people to six places. Places they can reach easier the way it is now.

Mathieu Über on "Street Interview"

2009-07-16T19:56:00Z

I did forget to mention a few good places such as the Pyramid Brewery, Ambrosia, and the cathedral.

Mathieu Über on "Safe Ground yet to be found"

2009-07-16T03:40:30Z

Harshly insensitive and short-sighted. The world that these people live in is so far removed from your scope of reality. Judging you by your response you and I are similar in that we would likely never go homeless because of the circle of support that we have built around us. For some people a crippling sense of paranoia keeps them from following these social norms due to progressive mental illness. That is just one easy example of the unique problems that lead people down this path. Yet, others never had support and that coupled with other problems they never had a chance. Some were even raised in feral environments. Obviously trespassing is illegal, but in the broader spectrum these people are criminalized and thus further marginalized. Putting it in such simple terms saying that these people have no homes because they have all made bad decisions is quite unfair. Again the easiest cause to point at is mental illness and lack of treatment, although it is far more multi-dimensional than that. With that said I worry about how the state seems to be ignoring the rise in dementia cases. With this lack of preparation we will soon see a severe increase in elderly homelessness among people with progressive degenerative cognitive disease.

Mathieu Über on "Safe Ground yet to be found"

2009-07-16T02:35:21Z

Yes. There are currently 500,000 dementia cases in California alone. This figure is expected to triple by 2050. Senator Elaine Alquist represents the Silicon Valley. She has put forth legislation to help with the situation most of it did not pass last year, and it's likely that her efforts will be vetoes this year due to the focus on the disastrous budget situation.

Mathieu Über on "Safe Ground yet to be found"

2009-07-16T01:12:29Z

Huh? There is none. I wasn't speaking in literal terms of course. I was thinking more of a societal attitude.

Mathieu Über on "Safe Ground yet to be found"

2009-07-15T04:42:44Z

“This is a grave situation with nowhere for folks to go,” Burke said. No kidding. How can poverty be criminalized in such a fashion.

Mathieu Über on "Mexico's First Lady visits Sac's Shriners Hospital"

2009-07-15T04:28:57Z

Wow! Now that there's the story.

Mathieu Über on "What's happening at the Capitol: July 15, 16, 17"

2009-07-15T04:18:21Z

Power and Pride, a film subsequent to the resignation of Sarah Palin.

Mathieu Über on "Broadway China Buffet robbery, employee injured"

2009-07-14T18:45:53Z

And yet another reason to not step foot in a Chinese buffet restaurant.

Mathieu Über on "California Worldfest features Indigo Girls"

2009-07-14T05:34:04Z

I wonder if it will be anything like the Mayhem Festival last weekend? That was a day to remember.

Mathieu Über on "California Worldfest features Indigo Girls"

2009-07-14T05:32:43Z

Wow, sounds cool. I did not know about this event. I will sure try to go.

Mathieu Über on "Police: Security cameras on Del Paso used infrequently"

2009-07-14T05:27:47Z

I wonder what music they would sync the footage with?

Mathieu Über on "Action News Capsule for Saturday P.M., July 11/12, 2009 "

2009-07-14T05:07:04Z

Coincidence? No! Rascally Rabid Rabbits! Rascally Rabid Rabbits!

Mathieu Über on "Crest restoration marks 60 years"

2009-07-14T05:03:18Z

That sign will outlast us all if we don't do something about the swarm of rascally rabid rabbits at the edge of alkali flat.

Mathieu Über on "California Steelhead Documentary to play at Sac Film Festival"

2009-07-14T04:55:26Z

Sounds superfly.

Mathieu Über on "Ask Officer Michelle - Noisy Neighbors are a Common Complaint in Midtown"

2009-07-14T04:45:46Z

Well if they weren't at church they might all be out late making noise and bothering people.

Mathieu Über on "The Refuge takes on its second concert"

2009-07-09T23:46:57Z

Let's hope not. Maybe we can get together and plant even more trees to drown out the noise. Personally I like noise, but I think most people do not.

Mathieu Über on "The Refuge takes on its second concert"

2009-07-09T23:44:48Z

Yeah. I'm sure they're trying to figure it out with a lack of experience. Hopefully next time they will take advice into consideration. I'm sure they figured the louder the sound the more people would come. This is not always the case as we've seen here some found it quite obnoxious. Hopefully we will all utilize the constructive criticism to be more considerate as well as tolerant in order to get along in a unique community.

Mathieu Über on "Sacramento Zine Symposium"

2009-07-09T19:10:00Z

Gotta zine, man.

Mathieu Über on "Sacramento Ballet prepared for unstoppable season"

2009-07-09T19:01:59Z

Sweet. I went to one of the studio shows. It was whole different feel then the shows at the Convention Center. Both had their merits. The Modern Masters in the Convention Center was awe-inspiring with the dancers bounding across the stage as if it was a black canvas painted by light and figures of divine line, form and movement. The studio show had no set and not much for lighting, but there was an intimacy there the dancers took on a less objective and more human form. I am looking forward to seeing them at the crest, especially for Peter & the Wolf I've always loved that story.

Mathieu Über on "Riding Cool?: fixed-gear bikes without brakes"

2009-07-09T18:37:50Z

There is an element of counter-culture mentality to the whole thing. It is youth-oriented probably because as we get older most of us do fewer stupid things, just part of the maturation process. But I digress, the fixed gear bike is modeled after a track bike. Track bikes have no brakes beause they are raced in a velodrome. Velodromes are oval steeply banked tracks with a smooth surface, absent of stop signs, cars and people. Fixed gear bikes generally look cooler than the modern road bikes at least to me and my peers it seems. However the riders that are protecting their image by riding brakeless are hurting the rest of us by painting this uncooperative, defiant picture of cyclists. We are losing respect from drivers and pedestrians who don't see any of this history or art theory. They see a bunch of kids breaking a simple straight-forward law. To them and even most cyclists this is just stupid. This loss of respect creates a dangerous environment on the road for everybody. A true purist would know the laws through and through and make an effort to respect them and fellow road cohabitants.

Mathieu Über on "Riding Cool?: fixed-gear bikes without brakes"

2009-07-09T18:27:29Z

Yeah, me too. Why open yourself to the cops and give them a reason to stop you? Sounds like a buzz kill and a sure-fire way to be late. Not to mention the time wasted clearing the ticket. There are stylish ways to incorporate a front brake into a fixie. Some of the minimalism is lost. But you can go fast, knowing that you can stop suddenly if you have to, and no one will notice. At any rate, if these fix-it tickets generate revenue and weed the gene pool then by all means: to hell with brakes.

Mathieu Über on "Riding Cool?: fixed-gear bikes without brakes"

2009-07-09T18:26:15Z

How can one prepare for every stop they are going to make? What if a stop must be made that is entirely unplanned for? I mean what if you're haulin' ass with your next stop fully planned and some little kid runs out from behind a car. If that kid gets reamed by a fixed-gear rider, shame on us all.

Mathieu Über on "Strong mayor progresses, questions remain"

2009-07-09T17:43:24Z

It's not too hard for ordinary people to become insiders.

Mathieu Über on "City officials, ACLU debate surveillance system"

2009-07-09T08:56:48Z

I have never liked the idea of video surveillance. Yet, when I was hit by a car on my bicycle I really wished a traffic camera had caught it. I called traffic investigations to see if any traffic cameras were in the area; there weren't. Additionally, I found out that most of the traffic cameras - not the motion sensor ticket dispensers - currently installed are not even operating due to budget restraints. I think that most people would benefit from the cameras. But it still doesn't sit well with me. There is always the fear of it gradually being taken too far. Soon the city will justify installing cameras to surveil low-income housing.

Mathieu Über on ""Complete Streets" workshop Friday"

2009-07-09T08:35:52Z

Sounds like a great idea. I just got nailed by a car on my bike over by J and 22nd. I was following the law and the driver just didn't expect to hit me. My '79 Team Fuji road bike was thrashed and my foot smashed. It healed but there was still the matter of reimbursement. After pursuing an uncooperative driver to no avail I called Sac Area Bicycle Advocates and they suggested I contact a lawyer and gave a recommendation. At any rate, Making streets friendly to cyclists and walkers can be done. Best Life, a men's magazine, just had an article on simple ways to do such a thing. It also covers the benefits of doing so, they cover everything from improved health and thus lower healthcare costs to increases in shopping and jobs.

Mathieu Über on "Riding Cool?: fixed-gear bikes without brakes"

2009-07-08T23:27:14Z

I never use the brake, but it's there. People, including cyclists, forget that bikes are vehicles. That is not good for the cause. I wonder, will cars with no headlights catch on? Yeah maybe some of my driving comrades will go for a sleek, stealth look, take out their headlights, and put black anodized plates over the holes. And then they can complain about the cops and act surprised when they get stopped, and we can all have a discussion about it. That would be sick and minimalist.

Mathieu Über on "Street Interview"

2009-07-08T21:18:12Z

I would rather see sacramento model Monterey, than LA. But it would be best just to be Sac.

Mathieu Über on "Street Interview"

2009-07-08T21:09:26Z

I don't think those people read or write anymore.

Mathieu Über on "Street Interview"

2009-07-08T21:06:49Z

Actually, I couldn't agree more. But some people, a lot of people, do want that.

Mathieu Über on "Street Interview"

2009-07-08T21:01:54Z

I defiantly feel more safe here in sac than i do in either SF or NY. If we were to increase police which would drain funds from other uses, they should be on foot and friendly. I surely agree that the bus system could use improvements such as more frequent stops. But again it comes to funding. I believe our transit system is good, but say that to someone from DC and they will disagree. Our transit system is good, but any world-class city has an excellent system.

Mathieu Über on "The Refuge takes on its second concert"

2009-07-08T20:49:32Z

whu? meh.

Mathieu Über on "The Refuge takes on its second concert"

2009-07-08T20:36:46Z

Being a former teen I alone can say that many if not all teens like live music very loud. Are these shows going on everyday, once a week, once a month? I am close to saying, "Let the kids have their loud-ass show." However I don't want to negate the accumulation of noise, crime and general discord that it may give way to.

Mathieu Über on "The Refuge takes on its second concert"

2009-07-08T20:22:49Z

Teens generally don't have much money. Maybe in the early to mid-nineties kids were walking around with more of their parents extra cash, but not so much right now. Therefore there is not much interest in exploiting them and draining their miniscule funds. Acknowledging their boredom and harboring it in a safe environment definitely benefits the community. I agree that tolerance as well as courtesy are crucial. Finding a pleasant balance would be quite nice.

Mathieu Über on "The Refuge takes on its second concert"

2009-07-08T20:08:19Z

Perhaps in such an environment the church should work at appealing to youth while setting a good example.

Mathieu Über on "Big week for local book-lovers"

2009-07-08T06:51:43Z

Book me. Oh wait, I'm booked.