A new California Democrat is rising, and it’s not Jerry Brown. … The New California Democrats understand that a healthy society needs a strong government that’s well funded, and they don’t shy from raising public funds through progressive taxation. But the New California Democrats appreciate the market and the capabilities […] Read more »
California: It’s a tightening race for governor and Sen. Dianne Feinstein holds strong lead for reelection
Californians overwhelmingly support Sen. Dianne Feinstein’s reelection bid, and she is far better known than her top rival, according to a new USC Dornsife/Los Angeles Times poll. Voters are more divided in the governor’s race, creating a closer contest between Democrats Gavin Newsom and Antonio Villaraigosa. CONT. Seema Mehta & […] Read more »
California Is the Future
America is stuck between two historical eras. That’s the best way to understand the strange, unprecedented politics of Trump, the political polarization and paralysis of government, the deep dissatisfaction of public opinion, the lack of trust in all institutions — all of it. The post-Industrial era that blossomed in the second half […] Read more »
PPIC Poll: Is Feinstein in Trouble? Not Likely
… We don’t doubt the polling finding from the Public Policy Institute of California, released tonight, showing that 50% of likely voters say Democratic U.S. Sen. Dianne Feinstein should not run for re-election, versus 43% who say she should. But we doubt it means much. … California voters – despite […] Read more »
Could the California Democrats’ supermajority become their kryptonite?
Riding a wave of anti-Trump sentiment, Democrats in California were able to cobble together enough State Assembly and Senate seats to give them a two-thirds supermajority in both chambers. Their strengthened majorities have emboldened them to pursue a liberal agenda, but the latest polling data suggests they may be overreaching […] Read more »
California: Newsom remains the early leader in next year’s gubernatorial primary
Democratic Lieutenant Governor Gavin Newsom remains the favorite in next June’s top-two primary election for governor. The latest Berkeley IGS Poll finds Newsom the choice of 23% of all registered voters and 26% of those most likely to vote. Three other candidates are well back and vying for second place. […] Read more »