Local Government DigestFrom The Sacramento Bee...
California Democrats Leaving X in Droves
03/27/2025Democrats in the state legislature are leaving the X social media platform, citing the increase in hate speech and discomfort in relying on the private service to communicate with constituents.
From CalMatters...
California’s Cities and Schools Face Big Budget Gaps, Few Options
03/12/2025California’s state budget is mired in what fiscal authorities call a “structural deficit,” meaning its revenues cannot keep up with spending mandated by current law.
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