The Trump Factor in California’s Republican Disaster
California Republicans remain in denial about the role of President Trump in their worst shellacking in history. The party’s national committeeman Shawn Steel blames Democratic money, organization, mobilization, demographics, registration, but specifically “not President Trump.” But an actual look at the final results shows that this disaster was Trump, all Trump and nothing but Trump. […]
If Kamala Runs, She Should Resign
The United States, bitter and angry, needs more of the California spirit. It’d be terrific if that included electing a California president. But California also needs a full-time U.S. Senator. Which is why Kamala Harris should resign her seat as soon as she launches her run for president.
Legislative Intent and California Courts
In determining the intent of the Legislature in enacting state laws, California courts have historically taken a limited view of legislative materials that can be used to determine intent. The courts generally rely upon certain types of legislative history documents to gain an understanding of the meaning of a statute and, ultimately, to apply the […]
Climate Goal Should Include Gas
I recently had the opportunity to address the Valley Industry and Commerce Association’s Business Forecast Conference to discuss the challenges we face as we continue to clean our air and address climate change. For more than 30 years, I have proudly called the San Fernando Valley my home. Spanning nearly 350 square miles, the Valley […]