A Special Election Next Year if….
I picked up a rumor over a month ago that I originally didn’t put much faith in that if tax measures were defeated in November the governor may order a special election in 2013 to quickly put another tax measure before voters. I’m reconsidering and now think its possible. The idea that such a move […]
New State Energy Tax is Illegal and Unwise
Crossposted at CalChamber.com. Billions of dollars in new taxes may soon flow into California state government to be spent on new programs. The taxes are harmful to the economy, they’re probably illegal, and they’re not even needed for the program’s success. And don’t even imagine that they’re getting Legislative or voter approval. I’m not talking […]
Healthcare Reform
As the Supreme Court begins debate on the Healthcare Reform law, I wanted to take a moment to once again declare my strong support for it. This support is very personal for me. My sister, Linda Bloom, might be alive today if this law was in place in 1990. Linda was unable to get health […]
California must Address Leaks in Budget before Raising Taxes
Crossposted on Sacramento Bee In an effort topreserve existing services, Gov. Jerry Brown has proposed a temporary tax increase to generate new revenue of $9 billion per year for seven years. The Legislative Analyst’s Office says the proposed tax increase will yield less. Either way, little of the new money will help existing services for […]