Image by Associated PressANALYSIS – The last few weeks have been turbulent to say the least. With the dust starting to settle a bit, Political Data Inc.’s Paul Mitchell has a look inside the numbers to tell us what all this chaos could mean for the upcoming presidential election.
Assemblymembers Anthony Rendon and James Gallagher. Photo by AP. A new California Assembly committee is exploring the reasons why some people are happier with their lives than others. Headed by former Assembly Speaker Anthony Rendon (D-Lakewood), the Select Committee on Happiness and Public Policy Outcomes has had two hearings this year.
Derek Kirk, photo by Capitol WeeklyDerek Kirk’s greatest strength, according to the Gallup Strengthsfinder test, is WOO, or “winning over others.” In Kirk’s short but impressive career, this judgment rings true.
Jeff Walters, photo by Capitol WeeklyWhether state senators are discussing legislation, leading a press conference, or giving a presentation, official Senate photographer Jeff Walters is often called on to capture the scene. He is one of the most recognizable faces at the Capitol and has taken photos of just about everybody, from Paris Hilton to the Dalai Lama.
Image by Love EmployeeOPINION – Technology, though imperfect, is better than the human brain at many things: remembering passwords or counting the steps we take each day. But in a courtroom, where the accuracy of testimony can determine a person’s fate – overreliance on flawed technology can have dire consequences.
Image by Sundry PhotographyIt has been one heck of a busy week, but even as we write these words lawmakers are wrapping things up and readying for their month-long vacation. Here’s a smattering of things you might missed from this week’s action.
California State Capitol building in the warm light of the setting sun. Image by rschlieCapitol Briefs: Roofies, taxes and a touch of oddness. It’s going to be a really busy few days before everyone heads off to summer recess, so here’s a few things to ponder before you go.
Image by cbiesIt does not come as a surprise for readers to know there are numerous obstacles to overcome during the legislative process in the California Legislature. These obstacles are generally categorized as policy, fiscal, and political obstacles that may need to be addressed as a bill makes its way through the legislative process in this state.
Gov. Gavin Newsom, image via YouTubeOnce a major event on the legislative calendar, the governor’s annual State of the State address has become something of an afterthought in recent years under Gavin Newsom.
Photo by APLawmakers from D.C. to California are calling for tighter regulations on event ticket-selling giant Ticketmaster. But efforts to do so in California have into finger pointing and recriminations that leave those potential reforms in limbo.