Kashkari’s Challenges
Neel Kashkari is attempting a difficult task – and I’m not talking about his attempt to unseat a sitting governor and California political legend in Jerry Brown. Kashkari is attempting to steer the Republican ship toward center waters –where Brown rows his famous canoe – because he believes that is how the Republican Party becomes […]
Bill Improves Health Outcomes and Patient-Centric Access to Care
When it comes to our health and collective well-being, the old expression, “Rome wasn’t built in a day,” is surprisingly applicable. Whether it is simply getting in shape or working to lessen the symptoms of chronic illness, achieving positive health outcomes is a long-term goal that requires diligent effort. It goes without saying that time […]
Other Things That Need a Kill Switch
New state legislation requires a kill switch on Smartphones, so they can be turned off when they’re lost or stolen. Not a bad idea, but why stop there? California’s system of governance is broken in large part because it’s so inflexible. In other words, too many things are locked in and can’t be turned off. […]
Virginia Hamilton and the Next Era of Job Training
Virginia Hamilton started in the workforce field in 1978, at the Stockton EDD office, as an Employment Program Representative (job placement staff). Over the past 36 years, she has held a variety of positions at EDD, at the California Workforce Association, and at the U.S. Department of Labor. Since 2012, she has served as the […]
California’s 2014 Local Tax Proposals – The Costly Alternative to Pension Reform
On November 4th, along everything else on the ballot, California’s voters will be asked to approve local tax measures. A list compiled by the California Taxpayers Association, “2014 Local Elections,” shows that across California’s cities and counties, local tax increases proposed include the following: – Tax increases requiring only a majority vote: 5 business taxes, 11 […]