Approval: Yes on Proposition 5. It is very difficult to raise local taxes
In California, most elections are decided by simple majority, including those for governor, mayor and statewide referendum proposals. But the…
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Newsom warns voters to “look closely” at Prop 36
SACRAMENTO — Gov. Gavin Newsom was noncommittal Thursday when asked whether he plans to campaign against Proposition 36, a controversial…
Proposition 8 is still in the California Constitution. Repeal it on November 5th.
September 19, 2024 3 am Pacific Time To the editor: It is incorrect to say that the U.S. Supreme Court…
Column: California voters fed up with Democrats' inaction on crime
SACRAMENTO — Gov. Gavin Newsom and Democratic legislative leaders are vehemently opposed to an anti-retail theft measure on the November…
Can we have a presidential debate on character?
September 9, 2024 3 am Pacific Time To the editor: Does a presidential candidate’s character still matter to American voters?…
Republican Rep. Mike Garcia's ad distorts the role of the Violence Against Women Act
In its first ad of the general election season, the campaign of Rep. Mike Garcia, a politically vulnerable Republican from…
California Progressive Lawmakers Protest Proposition 36
SACRAMENTO — A group of progressive state lawmakers spoke out Monday against Proposition 36, a ballot measure they call a…
Newsom signs anti-crime legislative package addressing organized retail theft
SAN JOSE — Gov. Gavin Newsom has signed 10 bills into law in what he calls an unprecedented effort to…
Poll: Californians weigh in on crime, rent control and minimum wage
SACRAMENTO — A majority of likely California voters support tougher penalties for theft- and fentanyl-related crimes, according to a new…
Democrats show support for California's anti-crime measure Proposition 36
SACRAMENTO — San Jose Mayor Matt Mahan and other local Democratic leaders on Wednesday announced their support for Proposition 36,…