Three Political Parties Populate the New Legislature
If you listen closely to post election chatter you must conclude that there will be three political parties that occupy seats in the legislature sworn in today: The Democrats, the Republicans and the Moderates. Questions about moderate Democrats, the so-called “Mod Squad,” and how they may influence the legislative process is a major unknown for […]
CalChamber Survey Reveals Voters’ Homegrown Issues
The Second Annual CalChamber Survey, released this week, indicates that the state’s voters believe there are some homegrown issues that deserve the attention of California legislators. Among top priorities for voters are fixing transportation systems, improving job creation, and addressing high housing costs. Given a choice among about 20 issues, nearly nine in ten voters believe that […]
All I Want for Christmas is an Accountable Supermajority
After a thunderstorm of post-election recounts across the Golden State, it appears that Democrats have reclaimed a supermajority in the California Legislature. Whatever one’s political sway – and this applies to national election results, as well – it’s important for all voters to respect that “the people have spoken,” turn the page and hope for […]