If you thought this column was about oil you're going to be disappointed. Drill is a word that also means a practice or exercise in preparation for …
California Commentary
For Whom the Bell Tolls
This is a warning to all local government officials throughout the state of California: Do not ask for whom the Bell tolls it tolls for thee. The …
The Spawn of Enron Giving Millions to Save AB 32
Ken Lay the former CEO of Enron loved the idea of a cap-and-trade program for carbon dioxide. Ken Lay a Greenie? Of course. He was chasing green his …
Jerry Brown Lets Down His Clients
Two recent court decisions raise serious questions about Attorney General Jerry Brown's ability to be fair and impartial in matters of great …
More Attacks on the Two-Thirds Vote
Nearly one month into the new fiscal year that began on July 1 there is growing concern that Democrat leaders will attempt an end-run around the …
We’re All “Aints” Now
The current NFL champions are the New Orleans Saints. But thirty years ago they were horrible. The team's play was so embarrassing that when a local …
Welcome Back to Sacramento Jackie Goldberg!
In Sacramento what's old is new again. It's like Jackie Goldberg the bombastic Assembly member who termed out in 2006 never left. In July of 2003 …
Pass the Suntan Lotion
While many Californians are taking a summer vacation few would do so if it meant leaving a mission critical task undone or worse violated the law. But …
Taxpayers Deserve a Better Return on Their Investment
Imagine walking through a California public school and hearing the voices of students singing "I am special" to the tune of "Frere Jacques." One might …
Enjoy the Barbecue
It's an American tradition to gather with family and friends on the 4th of July. A barbecue a picnic a trip to a beach or park or just a …