Graswich-bored?

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Kobe Bryant makes me ill. If you read the police transcripts you will conclude that the man is a monster. Nice role model for the kids, a guy whose "thing" is coming in girls faces. But later in the interview he makes it seem like his "thing" is choking girls and leaving marks (consensual choking, though). He should clarify that for all the fans. How can I wear his jersey with pride if I don't even know his favorite way to demean women sexually?

I asked Graswich for an interview via email and he answered me back almost immediately. Does R.E. (or Bob as I like to call him) have a little too much free time on his hands? Anyway, of course the interview is great because he's the best. I only wish I had asked more questions. Like what his "thing" is.


What does R.E. stand for? Bob... First byline in The Bee said "Bob Graswich," but the first paycheck said, "R.E." Sounded classy, so I stuck with it.

How long have you lived in Sacramento? About 40 years.
How have you seen Sacramento change over the years (negatively and positively)? Lifestyle has improved... Restaurants and bars are much better, and getting better all the time... Jazz clubs were better 20 years ago... Suburban traffic has become a nightmare, but that's what people deserve if they choose to live in suburbs.

Favorite neighborhood in Sacramento? Downtown
Favorite local restaurant? Esquire Grill
Favorite place to see a movie? Tower Theater
When did you start working for the Sacramento Bee? 1972
Who would win in a fight, Diana Griego-Erwin or Anita Creamer? Nobody would be left standing.
How do you get all the info for your column? About half comes from readers, about half comes from making the rounds and working sources... Rest are leftover scraps from colleagues.

How many Hawaiian shirts do you own? Lost count. Over 200.
Is it awkward when you see the Maloofs? Not a bit, unless I'm lying down.
What would you like to see happen with the arena situation? The Maloofs should build themselves an arena, if they believe they need one, and pay off their $85 million debt to the city. Doesn't that sound reasonable?

Any prediction for the Kings this year? 41-41, gone in first playoff round.