The late songwriter Jim Croce listed a number of imprudent actions in his “You Don’t Mess Around With Jim.” Along with staying out of Jim’s way, he …
California Commentary
The Bullet Train Built on Fantasy
Like rampaging Godzilla in all those Japanese monster movies, the unpopular and expensive bullet train has proven almost impossible to kill. However, …
IT’S A BIRD! IT’S A PLANE! IT’S A TAX INCREASE!
Tax Hike on Health Plans Causing Major Angst in Sacramento . . . Currently on the front burner in the State Capitol is the extremely contentious …
It’s Open Season on Taxpayers
Even if one lives in a cave, it’s hard to avoid the publicity surrounding the high profile presidential debates that are a reminder that this is an …
Attorney General Reins In Shady Bond Practices
It’s not often that taxpayers get good news, especially in tax-happy California. Even more surprising is when the good news is an official opinion …
Don’t Blame Proposition 13 for the Housing Crisis
Notwithstanding California’s leftward drift, Prop 13 remains remarkably popular. Indeed, polling suggests that if Prop 13 were on the ballot today, it …
Be Careful What You Sign
Armed with a clipboard and a smile, they stand on the sidewalk in front of popular stores and public buildings. “Want to support schools?” or “Do you …
Neglected in Budget Discussion is How We Spend, Not Just How Much
Gov. Brown’s opening general fund budget gambit of $122.6 billion – total spending including bond and special funds is $170.7 billion – sets a new …
A Clear and Present Danger to Proposition 13
The attacks on Proposition 13 began within a few days after its overwhelming passage by California voters on June 6, 1978. Over the last three and …
What Taxpayers Want from Santa
A time-tested Christmas joke describes the four stages of life: First, you believe in Santa Clause. Second, you don’t believe in Santa Clause. Third, …