Vice President Kamala Harris attends a meeting with President Joe Biden and their “Investing in America” Cabinet to discuss the Administration’s economic agenda, Friday, May 5, 2023, in the Roosevelt Room of the White House. Vice President Kamala Harris attends a meeting with President Joe Biden and their “Investing in America” Cabinet to discuss the Administration’s economic agenda, Friday, May 5, 2023, in the Roosevelt Room of the White House.

The Harris Coronation

It’s logical, maybe even inevitable. But is it a good idea?

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SCOTUS Upholds Penalties for Homelessness

Cruel punishment is not unusual.

Democrats Preparing for Trump Win

Progressive activists are preparing to “democracy-proof” the country.

Trump’s Routine Outrages

When being despicable is normal, is it still news?

Adam Schiff Wins, Shouted Down By Protestors

California’s next Senator had his night spoiled.

California’s Weird Election Laws

The Top Two system has created perverse incentives.

Do Democrats Have a Better Option Than Biden?

Ezra Klein makes a compelling case.

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Is It Cruel to Ban Public Camping?

The 9th Circuit says it is, at least under some circumstances.

Donald Trump Removed From Maine Ballot

Another state has declared him an insurrectionist.

Kevin McCarthy Likely to Leave Congress

The unworkable Republican caucus is about to get less workable.

Who The Hell is Dean Phillips?

It’s quite the week for politicians with generic names nobody has ever heard of.

California Senate Sinkhole

A race a Democrat will definitely win will be the most expensive in US history.

California’s Next Senator Lives in Maryland!

A mere technicality?

Laphonza Butler Tapped to Replace Feinstein

The Emily’s list leader will be the first Black lesbian in the Senate.

Feinstein’s Seat

The rules are a bit complicated.

Hollywood Writers Strike Settlement

A short-term win for creatives and a longer-term loss?

Age, Illness, and American Politics

The controversies over our geriatric Congress continue.

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California Revisiting Travel Ban

A symbolic gesture is now highly impractical, if not harmful.

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SVC, Bank Contagion, and Government Action

The Biden administration had little choice but to act.

Of Motes and Beams

The left and right are attacking basic rights. But not equally.

Sirhan Sirhan Denied Parole Again

Politics and justice are in tension.

Biden Too Old! Trump Pretty Old Too!

Another poll showing the same thing as the other polls.

Katie Porter Running for Feinstein’s Seat While She’s Still in It

The race is on before the 89-year-old has announced her intentions.

Silly Governor Tricks

With all of California’s problems solved, Gavin Newsome is doing stunts.

White House Rudderless, Aimless, and Hopeless?

Some Democrats are less than pleased.

Just Move If You Don’t Like it Here!

There are many barriers to true freedom.

For people living with convictions, the past is always present

Two stories about our culture’s focus on punishment

Newsom Easily Survives Recall

The flake beat the weirdo.

Keeping the Voter Fraud Flames Burning

This time in the CA recall.

Polling Favorable to Newsom in CA

It is closer than Newsom might want, but the numbers are favorable to him.

The CA Recall

The system is not defensible.

Is California Recall Unconstitutional?

A novel but flawed legal argument.

Quick Hits

The tabs must be cleared.

Trouble for Newsom?

A new poll show a very close race.

Following the Science Isn’t Our Nature

The reaction to the pandemic has long since been about much more than the pandemic.

Weak Parties and the CA Recall

With an appearance by Caitlyn Jenner’s choice of party.

Yes, Presidential Approval Matters

An explanation to a question you likely weren’t asking.

President Donald J. Trump boards Air Force One at Joint Base Andrews, Md. Friday, July 10, 2020, en route to Miami International Airport in Miami President Donald J. Trump boards Air Force One at Joint Base Andrews, Md. Friday, July 10, 2020, en route to Miami International Airport in Miami

More on Trump and the Fires

Trump appears to have been shamed into doing part of his job.

Rose Parade, Virginia Football Canceled

Despite hope for a vaccine, officials are canceling large events months in advance.

Protests, Riots, and Looting

Outside agitators, including white supremacist groups, are shaping public perception of the George Floyd protests.

California in Lockdown

Our most populous state has become the first with a blanket “stay home” order to stave off Covid-19.

Duncan Hunter Jr. To Resign Early Next Year

California Congressman Duncan Hunter Jr. will remain in office for the rest of 2019 notwithstanding his guilty plea.

California Supreme Court Strikes Down Tax Return Disclosure Law

The California Supreme Court has struck down a state law purporting to require a candidate for President to release their tax returns,

New York City Voters Approve Ranked-Choice Voting

A big win for ranked-choice voting in the Big Apple as voters approve a referendum that will bring ranked-choice voting to the nation’s most populous city.

Federal Judge Blocks California Law Requiring Disclosure Of Candidate Tax Returns

Late last week, a Federal Judge in California placed on hold a state law requiring candidates to provide copies of their tax returns.

Federal Judge Blocks Law Requiring Candidates To Release Tax Returns

Late last week, a Federal Judge blocked a California law requiring candidates for President and other offices to make copies of their tax returns public.

In A Turn Away From Federalism, Trump Will Revoke California’s Clean Air Act Waiver

In a rebuke to traditional conservative views of Federalism, the Trump Administration intends to revoke California’s authority to set its own clean air standards,

Trump Campaign Sues To Block California Law Requiring Release Of Tax Returns

The Trump campaign and several other parties have filed lawsuits challenging California’s new law requiring candidates for President to release copies of their tax returns.

California Lawmakers Pass Bill Requiring Candidates To Release Tax Returns

California’s legislature has passed a law purporting to require candidates for President to release copies of their tax returns, but it’s likely to face legal challenges if it becomes law.

Second Major Earthquake Hits Southern California

The ground shook overnight in Southern California for the second time in two days.