Temporarily Suspend AB 5
Assemblyman Kevin Kiley intends to seek a floor vote on AB 1928 tomorrow to suspend AB 5 immediately, the worker classification bill. Good idea and a move to assure the many Californians hurt by the legislation that their representatives hear them. At least 33 bills have been introduced since the beginning of the year to […]
Mexico City Should be California’s National Capital
For one quarter of the 19th century, Mexico City was California’s national capital. I wish it could be again. I’ve been visiting Mexico City to plan a direct democracy conference there next year. And I’ve been struck by how well the Mexican capital’s sprawling greatness fits California. I also wonder if Mexico City’s recent advances […]
The Spotlight Of Truth
While the internet may have flaws, one of its redeeming features is that those who have do not own a printing press or media outlet no longer have to rely on the largess of newspapers or media outlets to have their voice heard. The internet has allowed the ADDA to use our News & Advocacy […]
The developer bonus tucked into the school bond on your ballot
California voters are being asked to approve a controversial measure making it easier for developers to build apartment buildings within a half-mile of public transit. Most will think they’re only voting on whether the state should borrow more money to fix broken air conditioners in schools. On its face this new Proposition 13 — the […]