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Almonds: The Nut We Love to Hate – A California Grower’s Perspective

February 15, 2024 5:32 pmFebruary 15, 2024 5:32 pm

Hating on almonds is nuts. Let me explain. As a California almond grower, I’m part of the community that produces 80% of the world’s almonds and 100% of the supply for the United States. Despite their clear benefits, almonds have...

Rethinking Tax Policies: The Impact on L.A.’s Real Estate and Financial Sectors

February 15, 2024 2:57 pmFebruary 15, 2024 2:57 pm

In Los Angeles, a city sprawling over 500 square miles and home to 3.85 million people, things are not easy for businesses. Recent events like rising interest rates, growing costs from inflation, and a slowing economy have put the local...

Frequently Asked Questions about Amending or Revising the California Constitution

February 15, 2024 7:45 amFebruary 15, 2024 7:45 am

What is required for an amendment to the state Constitution? It requires passage of a state ballot measure approved by a majority vote of the state’s electorate. Who can propose amendments to the state Constitution? Ballot propositions can be proposed...

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...

Bay Area School District Parting Ways With Woke Kindergarten Program

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

Over the years, words have been used as self-identifiers in politics, only to see those words turned against those individuals or groups to great effect. Perhaps most notable of these tags is the word Liberal. For the longest time, Liberal...

New Su Review: Senator Demands Re-Hearing on Julie Su Re-Nomination

February 15, 2024 2:45 amFebruary 15, 2024 2:46 am

Last year, Julie Su of anti-gig worker AB 5 fame, was nominated by President Joe Biden to become the new Secretary of Labor. In January of this year, Julie Su of EDD fraud fame, was re-nominated by President Joe Biden...

Is the Regulatory Compact Underpinning California’s Electric Grid At Risk?

February 15, 2024 2:35 amFebruary 15, 2024 2:36 am

The U.S. National Academy of Engineering has named construction of the vast U.S. electric power grid the 20th century’s most important achievement. From huge hydroelectric projects and massive generation facilities capable of powering large cities, to transmission lines climbing over...