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California High-Speed Rail Goes Way Off Track

California’s effort to construct a high-speed rail network was doomed from the start.

Ryan Lanier March 24, 2023
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California's Budget Debacle

Poor planning has put California in a perilous financial position. 

Ryan Lanier February 10, 2023
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California Should Fix Its Broadband Program

California PUC should make sure unserved communities are a priority for the $2 billion broadband grant program created by SB 156.

Deborah Collier May 4, 2022
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Stadium Project Funding Fails to Hit a Home Run

Instead of squandering more money for a new stadium in Oakland, the city and state should focus on protecting the taxpayers.

Frances Floresca August 18, 2021
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High-Speed Rail Is Going Nowhere Fast

States need to hit the brakes on the high-speed rail projects due to how expensive they will cost. 

Frances Floresca February 5, 2021
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Californians Should Approve Proposition 22

California voters are set to vote on a bill that would allow app-based drivers to be classified as independent contractors. 

Frances Floresca October 14, 2020
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AB 5 is a Lose-Lose Situation for Gig Economy Workers and Independent Contractors

Lawmakers have attempted to repeal a bill that hurts gig economy workers and independent contractors.  California needs to continue supporting efforts to repeal the bill. 

Frances Floresca August 26, 2020
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California’s Housing Bill Will Plague the State’s Budget for Years

SB 1410 in California plans to let tenants life rent-free and force taxpayers to provide landlord relief. 

CAGW Staff July 21, 2020
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California’s $100 Billion Nightmare High-Speed Rail Project

The California High-Speed Rail Authority has caused a fiscal nightmare for the state. 

CAGW Staff July 1, 2020
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California Legislature Rightfully Criticizes Gov. Newsom for Government Overreach

Members of the California State Legislature have criticized Governor Gavin Newsom for keeping lawmakers in the dark about spending plans. 

Frances Floresca June 2, 2020
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D.C. Soda Tax Could Give Taxpayers A Nasty Toothache

The D.C. City Council could approve one of the highest soda taxes in the nation.

Peter Klensch October 11, 2019
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California's Budget Projects a $22 Billion Surplus, Yet Wants Billions More in New Taxes

After 32 consecutive victories on the TV game show “Jeopardy,” James Holzhauer, a professional sports gambler from Las Vegas, Nevada, saw his incredible winning streak come to an end.  Finishing with $2,462,216 in total prize money, James

Peter Klensch June 20, 2019

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