Remembering Our Veterans Today
The willingness with which our young people are likely to serve in any war, no matter how justified, shall be directly proportional to how they perceive veterans of early wars were treated and appreciated by our nation.—George Washington
Business Looks At New Legislative Makeup
In a political landscape dominated by Democrats, the California business community looks for members of the majority party who will work with them—especially if the Democrats can secure the important two-thirds vote majority. The Democrats are close. They took two-thirds in the Assembly. One contested seat in the senate will determine whether the Democrats gain […]
How Trump’s Win Might Spark CA Republican Revival
My title is, “How Trump’s Win Might Spark CA Republican Revival.” The key word is “might.” This statement is counterintuitive, given the hostility to him among many GOP ranks here. But bear with me. There are two conditions: Taking immigration off the table and a Reaganesque economic boom. First, immigration. But isn’t he nasty toward […]
Improving California’s Legal Climate: Proposals for Legal Reform Legislation
California’s civil justice system has always been a major deterrent against increased job growth and economic development. This state’s liberal tort liability laws have contributed to the anti-business climate in California and the inability of businesses to reach their full potential. To make matters worse, the plaintiff’s bar in California continues to push a legislative […]
Housing by the Numbers
If you’re following the debate over new housing in California you were probably encouraged to see a recent report of McKinsey and Company which seeks to actually, specifically suggest what can be done to ease the state’s shelter crisis. I’m here to say it’s for real, too. The report, entitled A Tool Kit to Close California’s […]