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.
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.
Image via iStockAs readers might anticipate, there are extensive rules of punctuation when drafting legislation in California. First, as a general bill drafting guide, the rules of English grammar, including punctuation, usually apply to legislative drafting.
Gov. Gavin NewsomOPINION – The Governor continues to play the public and the Legislature like a fiddle. While he is off charming residents of other states, he is harming the Californians who just want safe communities for their families and neighbors.
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.
Image by RawpixelIn the past, the California Legislature used conference committees as a part of the legislative process. However, despite extensive rules and procedures for their use that still exist today in the Joint Rules and the respective house rules, the conference committee in the California Legislature is largely nonexistent today.
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 rarrarorroIt was a busy few days in the Capitol, with several moves on the ballot measure front, potentially huge changes to how PBMs operate in California, and an almost brawl in the Assembly.
Photo by Associated PressThe first – and hopefully only – presidential debate was held last night. With so much at stake in the November election, it seemed right to ask our panel of experts who they thought won the contest. Per usual, they didn’t hold back.
Image by SinenkiyWe don’t have a cure yet for dementia, but we do have a responsibility to help those living with the disease. CalAIM can make a big difference for these individuals and their families who are struggling to provide care.