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Politics Report: Faulconer Is Making Calls On A Ballot Initiative
Former San Diego Mayor Kevin Faulconer is not just playing pundit on KUSI these days. And what’s up with SANDAG’s driving fee?

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Former San Diego Mayor Kevin Faulconer is not just playing pundit on KUSI these days. And what’s up with SANDAG’s driving fee?

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