Changing the Rules to Curb the GOP
A new law setting up a redistricting commission in Los Angeles County is the first move by Democrats hoping to take as tight a grip
Joel Fox
October 12, 2016
The Billionaire Ballot Props Election
Let’s look at this year’s ballot propositions as the Billionaire’s Election. While its not unheard of for the very rich to indulge in politics, no
Joel Fox
October 11, 2016
The Trump Anchor in CA
Even before the Washington Post reported the videotape revealing Donald Trump’s lewd comments about women, the Republican candidate was proving to be an anchor weighing
Joel Fox
October 10, 2016
Same Publication, Different Headlines on Prop 13
The Los Angeles Times ran columnist Michael Hiltzik’s story on the Legislative Analyst’s Office new report on Proposition 13 Monday but someone glancing at the print
Joel Fox
October 6, 2016
Cheers and Jeers for Gov. Brown’s Bill Signings & Vetoes
It is apparent that Gov. Jerry Brown doesn’t always listen to the advice I offer freely through commentaries on this page. With the governor finishing
Joel Fox
October 3, 2016
Will Taxpayers Back-up New State Controlled Pension System?
Gov. Jerry Brown signed SB 1234 to establish a state supervised retirement fund called Secure Choice for private workers. One wonders if at some future
Joel Fox
September 30, 2016
A Hollywood Action Movie—2016 CA Ballot Propositions
Let me pitch you a movie based on that 224-page official state voter guide that’s coming your way. Like many big Hollywood action-thrillers it’s a
Joel Fox
September 28, 2016
Transportation Special Session in Gridlock
Much like much of the state’s traffic, the legislative special session on transportation/infrastructure is stuck in gridlock. Democratic legislators have a plan to provide $7.5
Joel Fox
September 26, 2016
May I Have Your Autograph: Celebrity Culture & Consumer Protection
As someone who needed an explanation for the word “Brangelina” this week, I’m not sure I’m the most qualified to comment on a new law
Joel Fox
September 23, 2016