ROGGIN REPORT SQUEEZE PLAY FEBRUARY 4, 2025

This episode tackles a variety of issues that are currently relevant in California. One of the major topics is the idea of California becoming an independent nation. With a new initiative approved to gather signatures for secession, the host explores how residents would feel if the state broke away from the United States. Though it’s a long shot, it raises questions about California's political and cultural future.

Another focus is the appointment of Mary Martin as the new director of Riverside Animal Services. This is a significant decision after the county's previous mismanagement led to the deaths of many animals. While Martin’s past positions in Texas and Arizona have raised concerns due to reported workplace issues, the host urges the public to give her a chance and to assess her plans for improving the county’s animal welfare programs.