An Affordable, High-Quality Healthcare System for California
A recent survey tells us that high cost of healthcare is the issue Californians are most concerned about today – more than schools, infrastructure, jobs, crime, even cost of housing (which is a close second). This shouldn’t be surprising given that Californians are experiencing year-over-year health insurance premium increases of more than 20%. Additionally, many […]
I Can’t Review Arnie Steinberg’s Book
Arnold L. Steinberg has written a book, called Whiplash! From JFK to Donald Trump-A Political Odyssey. I agreed to review it for Fox &Hounds three months ago. But I can’t. The problem is not that the book is long – it’s more than 600 pages. And it’s not boring—to the contrary, it’s overstuffed with analysis, […]
Los Angeles Consumers Cautious About Economy
(Editor’s Note: Billie Greer has been reporting quarterly on the Los Angeles County Consumer Sentiment Index, as it is released. This is her fourth update for Fox and Hounds) The confidence of Los Angeles County consumers, which has been steadily declining since year end 2016, has leveled off somewhat but concerns about the economy continue. […]
Civilian Oversight Commission Loses Some Credibility With Vote on Drone Program
Los Angeles County Sheriff Jim McDonnell recently reaffirmed that it is his “responsibility to ensure the safety of more than ten million residents, which includes using whatever tools necessary and available that can save the life of a human being.” McDonnell added that “I will not face the loved ones of a victim whose life […]