The Debate Over Proposition 71
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As technologically advanced as our country is today, it&#39;s both frustrating and heartbreaking that millions of Americans of all ages and across all social, cultural and ethnic groups are still battling life-threatening and debilitating diseases.
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The heated Bush-Kerry race might seem reason enough for voters to turn out on Nov. 2, but in many states extra incentive is provided by divisive ballot measures on topics ranging from marijuana legalization and minimum wages to malpractice and same-sex marriage.
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By David Pollak, San Jose Mercury News, Calif.  Feb.
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SAN FRANCISCO Sept. 17, 2004 - Even in California, the land of direct democracy, the list of major ballot initiatives facing voters this November is staggering: 16 in all.
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Gov. Schwarzenegger's proposal to reform redistricting takes on the red-blue divide.
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When voters enter the polling booths in November they deserve a clear pathway forward on Utah's voucher policy.  Right now there are several lawsuits moving through the judicial system, and I will be watching with great interest to see if clarity results.
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Proposition 72 is a $7 billion employer-mandated health-care tax to create a massive government run health-care system aimed at helping the uninsured.
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Whether you want Real Salt Lake here or not, a reasoned, sound decisionmaking process should again be followed by the Legislature and the governor. We want a decision based on the real facts at hand, not just paid connections with outstretched hands. The MSL has a track record.
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By Nicole C. Wong, San Jose Mercury News, Calif.  Feb.
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By Alan Lowenthal  Since I began in the California Legislature eight years ago I have noticed a new tactic being employed by advocates for the business community. It basically goes something like this; pass it and we will sue.
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By AARON C. DAVIS  By Aaron C. Davis  The Associated Press   MEYERS, Calif.
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California&#39;s controversial stem cell research ballot measure appears to be gaining favor, according to a poll that found 54 percent of likely voters approve it.
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By The Sacramento Bee, Calif.  Jun. 16--If California hopes to clean up its air and remain a leader in the fight against global warming. It will need to develop new fuels and vehicles to complement the laws it has enacted.
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By Howard Yune, Appeal-Democrat, Marysville, Calif.  Feb.
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By Howard Yune, Appeal-Democrat, Marysville, Calif.  Sep.
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In California, illegal immigrants and US citizens alike debate tighter ID requirements.
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SACRAMENTO -- Republican Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger denies it but some lawmakers and analysts said Wednesday it&#39;s payback time for the Democratic Bay Area that snubbed him in the recall election -- and critics say his ...