Posts Tagged: voters
Analysis
Gov. Gavin Newsom’s redistricting push – and the similar action in Texas that begat California’s effort – illustrates that in American politics today none of the old rules seem to apply. How else would you explain a savvy career politician with a genuine shot at the White House openly advocating to disenfranchise the registered voters of a rival party?
Opinion
OPINION – This Labor Day, as we celebrate the contributions of working men and women, let’s honor them by supporting leaders who will truly fight for them. Betty Yee is the candidate who rises above the rest
Opinion
OPINION – Lawmakers must heed the message being delivered loud and clear by California voters and reject Assembly Bill 446 (Ward) – misguided legislation that would eliminate the discounts and loyalty reward programs that millions of California consumers rely on each year to save thousands of dollars and make ends meet.
Capitol Briefs
This week was overwhelmed by the battle over redistricting, but there were other things going on as well.
Opinion
Opinion – Rideshare gave me the flexibility to continue pursuing educational passions while serving my community in a new way. Assembly Bill 1340, which is currently moving through the State Legislature, threatens to take that away from me and from millions of Californians who rely on this work
Micheli Files
In today’s edition of the Micheli Files, intrepid McGeorge law professor and Capitol lobbyist Chris Micheli offers best practices for the use of letters to the Assembly and Senate Daily Journals.
Capitol Briefs
We are marching quickly toward the Capitol’s summer recess, but we’re not there yet. This week’s Capitol Briefs are here.
Micheli Files
As I make my way through bills in the second house policy committee, I continue to run across interesting provisions contained in these bills. Here is a short explanation of some recent examples from 2025 bills that the “legislative geek” in me finds interesting.
News
In the fifth installment of our ongoing look at candidates to replace Gov. Gavin Newsom when he terms out next year, we look at Republican candidate Steve Hilton.
News
In the fourth installment of our ongoing look at candidates to replace Gov. Gavin Newsom when he terms out next year, we look at Republican candidate Sharifah Hardie.
Governor Newsom, flanked by Democratic allies, announces his push for the Election Rigging Response Act. Photo by Capitol Weekly
