Over the last several years, this column has exposed multiple instances of government entities using taxpayer dollars for political advocacy, a …
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New study confirms business flight from California accelerating
The evidence is more than anecdotal. According to a recent study, business flight out of California has accelerated to an unprecedented level. In …
What the high-speed rail audit really means
Although the midterm election was held on November 6th, the news media was absorbed for several weeks with undecided close races and the strength of …
Decision on ‘California rule’ will impact who rules California
On its surface, the case heard last Wednesday by the California Supreme Court in CalFire Local 2881 vs. CalPERS doesn’t seem that important. At issue …
HJTA’s 2018 scorecard identifies taxpayer allies, foes
In 2018, perhaps scared off by the specter of an upcoming election and the recall of state Sen. Josh Newman, D-Fullerton, the California Legislature …
California taxpayers give thanks but worry about the future
In this season of Thanksgiving, taxpayers in California have reason to pause when asked for what they are thankful. Considering the costly plans of …
Rejection of Proposition 6 doesn’t end the taxpayer revolt
It is understandable that many California taxpayers are disappointed with the election results. The defeat of Proposition 6 means that last year’s big …
Did California save Ted Cruz?
Chuck DeVore is just one of thousands of former Californians who have moved to Texas. But DeVore is unique. Not only did he serve in the California …
Look past the deceptive labeling on Proposition 6
When it comes to protecting consumers, the federal government comes down hard on companies that engage in deceptive labeling on things we consume. …
How to read your property tax bill
Thanks to Proposition 13, property tax bills are less scary in California than they are in a lot of other states. Homeowners in Illinois and New …