We’ve all heard of “situational ethics.” This column is about “situational transparency,” a phenomenon among progressives who love transparency in …
California Commentary
Pernicious push polls pervert politics
“There are lies, damn lies and statistics,” goes the old saying. It has always been true that statistics can be presented in ways that are highly …
Taxpayers lose again with new solar panel mandate
The California Energy Commission has announced new regulations to require rooftop solar panels on all new homes constructed in California beginning in …
Proposals to ban internal combustion engines in California are a bad idea
The latest battle in Sacramento’s war on California’s middle class is the push to ban the internal combustion engine. Luckily, the effort has …
There is no loophole in Proposition 13
By Jon Coupal and Patricia Bates | For decades, California progressives have complained about a “loophole” in Proposition 13 that unfairly benefits …
The federal government right to audit California bullet train project
Last week, the federal government announced that it would audit California’s high-speed rail project. This is welcome news for those who have believed …
Did the enemies of Proposition 13 blink on ‘split-roll’ initiative?
A reporter for the Bay Area News Group stopped by the government office in Santa Clara County and concluded that while people standing in line to pay …
Popeye character’s bad credit a model for California spending
“I’ll gladly pay you Tuesday for a hamburger today.” That was the catchphrase of J. Wellington Wimpy, simply known as just “Wimpy” on the “Popeye” …
What would make legislation in California truly ‘family friendly?’
Every year California politicians push bills advertised as “family friendly.” This label is certainly useful to gain sympathy for a proposal. It’s …
Here’s something the California Legislature won’t pass but actually should
When the California Legislature passes “resolutions” — as distinct from actual legislation, it is a meaningless exercise. Sure, it makes people feel …