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Comparing California and Other State Governments

October 28, 2026 4:00 pmOctober 28, 2026 4:01 pm

By Chris Micheli and Vincent Micheli In reviewing some of the major provisions of state governments, we compiled a listing of comparisons and contrasts among the fifty states and branches of governments and processes. The following are some of the...

Guide to the Judicial Branch Published

July 29, 2024 8:30 amJuly 29, 2024 8:31 am

California Globe contributor Chris Micheli published his newest book, “A Practical Guide to California’s Judicial Branch,” which covers most of the key aspects of the judicial branch of state government, including the powers and duties of the judiciary, how judges...

Book Provides Overview of California’s Constitution and Statutes

July 20, 2024 2:00 pmJuly 20, 2024 10:37 pm

“A Practical Guide to California’s Constitution and Statutes” is the newest practical guide written by California Globe contributor Chris Micheli. “My goal with this practical guide is to provide an overview of most of the Articles in our state Constitution,”...

Frequently Asked Questions about Comparing Federal and State Executive Branches

May 29, 2024 2:30 amMay 29, 2024 2:31 am

Where are the executive branches of government established? The U.S. President and the California Governor draw their authority from the federal and state constitutions concerning their respective roles in the lawmaking process. Federal and state statutes also provide additional duties...

Frequently Asked Questions about Comparing Federal and State Legislative Branches

May 28, 2024 2:30 amMay 28, 2024 2:31 am

Where is the Congress established in law? The Constitution of the United States (Article I, Sections 1-10) spells out the authority of Congress to make laws. Is the Congress of power limited? Congress’ authority cannot conflict with the 10th Amendment...

Equity Impact Analysis of California Legislation

March 15, 2024 2:30 amMarch 15, 2024 2:31 am

The California State Assembly provides for an important equity impact analysis of legislation to be completed pursuant to a house resolution adopted in 2021. House Resolution 39 states, in part: “the Assembly will explore methods to integrate equity more formally...

Does the Referendum Prevail Over California Legislation?

September 22, 2022 5:27 pmSeptember 22, 2022 5:34 pm

Does a successful referendum overturn a recently-enacted statute by the California Legislature? This question is periodically raised when, such as with two bills signed into law this month by Governor Newsom, opponents of enacted legislation seek to overturn the just-concluded...