Fiscal Emergency Special Sessions
In addition to extraordinary or special sessions being called by the Governor, California allows for special sessions in “fiscal emergencies.”…
Is a Rule Waived or Suspended in the CA Legislature?
We hear most often in the California Legislature that a rule is being “waived” or that someone is seeking a…
Malia Cohen’s Refusal to Denounce Socialist Governments Speaks Volumes
Earlier this month, a news clip from CNN surfaced showing that Malia Cohen, the Democratic nominee for state controller, traveled…
Globe Exclusive: Schools Superintendent Candidate Lance Christensen Debunks Editorial Board
In March, in a Globe exclusive, Lance Christensen announced his candidacy for California State Superintendent of Public Instruction. “What would a…
LA Citizens Sound Off On Resignation Call For Councilmembers Caught Making Racist Remarks During City Council Meeting
Hundreds of Protesters gathered outside the Los Angeles City Hall on Tuesday to protest the first City Council meeting following…
President Biden Calls For Resignation Of LA Council Members Following Racist Audio Recording
During a press conference on Tuesday, President Joe Biden called for the resignation of Los Angeles City Councilmembers Nury Martinez,…
Resign Now LA City Council Members, Forget Never
Los Angeles City Council members Nury Martinez, Gil Cedillo, and Kevin de(ish) Leon should follow the lead of Ron Herrera…
A Bill Can Be ‘Held’ by a Legislative Committee in Several Ways
In the California Legislature, a bill can be “held” in three distinct ways, which seems rather odd because it would…
Prop 29 Proponents Seemingly Have Little Interest in its Passing
We are well into October, and by now you are likely somewhere between frustrated and nauseated with all the political…
LA Labor President Ron Herrera Resigns Following Involvement In Racist Recording Scandal
Los Angeles County Federation of Labor President Ron Herrera resigned early on Tuesday following his involvement in the growing racist…