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Ringside: Wade Crowfoot on Desalination, and the Opportunity Cost of the Delta Tunnel

February 15, 2024 7:31 amFebruary 15, 2024 7:31 am

Last week in Sacramento at Cal Desal’s annual conference, one of the highlights was an appearance by Wade Crowfoot, California’s Natural Resources Secretary. In his remarks, and in answer to questions from the audience, Crowfoot sought to create the impression the...

On Neutering Lobbyists

January 15, 2024 2:55 amJanuary 16, 2024 1:34 pm

“It takes two to lie – one to lie and one to listen.” There is more truth in this Homer Simpson quote than most of us would like to admit. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0qoqmmIY1dQ There is also a kernel of an idea as...

California’s Capitol Has a Deep State

October 25, 2023 4:42 pmOctober 26, 2023 6:56 am

At this moment in time in U.S. history, it is clear to most voters that Democrats have destroyed so much including our once beautiful big cities; how Democrats have weaponized government; how Democrats have damaged so much including the economy,...

Role of Leadership Staff in the Lawmaking Process

February 21, 2020 6:15 amFebruary 20, 2020 8:47 pm

There are four legislative leaders representing the two political parties in the two houses of the California Legislature. These four individuals are elected by the members of their respective caucuses. In addition, for the Assembly Speaker and Senate President pro...