Well we're up and running, and this is my new blog. Actually, it's a continuation of my former blog of the same name at Townhall.com, at a new location.
There are those who will ask: "What does that mean, The View from the Island?" Well, I live in beautiful Southern California, in the Santa Clarita Valley (SCV) in Los Angeles County, a bastion of conservatism surrounded by a sea of liberalism, hence the "Island" metaphor.
I'm hoping to comment on a range of topics which interest me, with an emphasis on the macro (national and international), seasoned with the micro (local) viewpoint; a uniquely SoCal slant.
I'm hoping to visit at least daily, update, comment, and respond to input from others who may comment on this blog.
However, I DO have a family, and a life; if I anticipate an absence, I'll make it known ahead of time. Also, realistically speaking, there simply may not be something to say every single day. We'll see.
This is an experiment, the outcome of which is still unknown. Hopefully, it'll be fun -- for you and for me -- but only time will tell.
In the meantime, welcome.
Brian
