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Candidates for California governor ought to get serious about these pressing issues
The top nine remaining candidates for CA governor should address the recent think tank articles on schools, jobs and housing issues.
Dan Walters
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Here’s who benefits from Swalwell’s downfall and the shakeup of the California governor race
Rep. Eric Swalwell had been in a three-way tie among top Democratic hopefuls in the gubernatorial race, until recent sexual misconduct allegations.
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California voters will face dueling ballot propositions this fall. Confusion is likely
Many of today's ballot measures are aimed at canceling or retaliating for other ballot measures, like when politicians tried but failed to kill Prop. 13 years ago.
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As tax deadlines loom, Californians should note how little they get for paying high taxes
Several comparisons show Californians don't get enough return on investment — in government services — to justify such high taxes and fees.
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Battles over business regulation resume in California’s Capitol with new legislation
Lawmakers discussed bills that allow lawsuits against business monopolies and businesses that affect climate change.
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Trump endorsing Hilton may help keep California governorship in Democratic hands
If ex-TV commentator Steve Hilton pulls far ahead of Sheriff Chad Bianco, it cuts the chances for a 1-2 GOP outcome — likely the only way California can get a Republican governor.
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This isn’t a race for California governor; it’s more like a game of chicken
Rather than campaigning, eight Democratic hopefuls are waiting for someone to blink, as two Republican candidates take potshots at each other.
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Allegation that Gavin Newsom presides over an ’empire of fraud’ doesn’t stick
A conservative magazine wrongly labeled as fraud signs of Gov. Newsom's mismanagement. That's not an investigation; it's a campaign ploy.
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Santa Monica project points the way to easing California’s housing shortage
If wealthy Santa Monica can do it, will less well-heeled CA communities begin accommodating modular home and apartment construction?
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Newsom may spend $19 million to sugarcoat California’s stalled economy
Strength in the technology sector is masking California's weakness. Outside of government and health care, the state has added no jobs in a year and a half.