Tag: george_skelton

Media Monitor: L.A. Times Columnist Questions Modern Leaders' Commitment to Declaration of Independence

6 Jul 2026 9:02 a.m. · Source: L.A. Times Politics

L.A. Times Politics columnist George Skelton questions if modern leaders, including President Donald J Trump, would sincerely sign the Declaration of Independence, citing concerns about commitment to its core principles and alleged defacement of national landmarks.

Politics and Government USA General Politics White House Federal Government Social Issues Legal Declaration of Independence Donald Trump U.S. Politics George Skelton Constitutional Law Erwin Chemerinsky L.A. Times Politics
Media Monitor: L.A. Times examines California's reliance on wealthy taxpayers

18 May 2026 9:01 a.m. · Source: L.A. Times Politics

The L.A. Times reports that California's state government heavily relies on its wealthiest residents for tax revenue, a system columnist George Skelton argues is volatile despite recent surges.

Politics and Government Business State Governments Economy Democratic Party Election Legal California Taxation Wealthy State Budget Gavin Newsom George Skelton Public Policy L.A. Times Politics