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Under the Paperweight, January 24-31, 2010
Unions’ political influence has helped sink Michigan and may soon sink California as well as public employee benefits and pension payouts soar relative to tax receipts.
Under the Paperweight, June 28- July 4, 2009
Political heat on the state budget crisis in California – Assembly Speaker Karen Bass’ terrible faux pas calling citizens “terrorists”; a state appeals court ruling against using transportation funds to cover budget shortfalls; a strong defense of Prop 13 and the 2/3 majority requirement; and Governor Schwarznegger addressing a point of taxpayer resentment – overly generous pension and health care benefits for state employees.
$1.9 Billion in New Taxes, $2.1 Billion in “Revenue Acceleration and Fees” in State Budget Proposal
Democrats’ state budget proposal up for vote tomorrow, as Assembly member Noreen Evans’ blog continues to receive comments from angry taxpayers.
Molano Targets City Salaries and Benefits Again with Twenty Rules for Glendale Unions
Glendale, California city unions targeted with 20 rules for amending Memorandums of Understanding and reducing employee wages and benefits.
