Tag: george_skelton
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Media Monitor: L.A. Times Columnist Says Midterm Voters "Flipped Off" Trump; Faults Newsom on Death Penalty
L.A. Times columnist George Skelton says midterm voters rejected President Trump over the war, tariffs and conduct, and criticizes Gov. Gavin Newsom's plan to commute 548 death sentences.
Politics and GovernmentLaw EnforcementUSAElectionGeneral PoliticsDemocratic PartyRepublican PartyLegalState Governments midterm electionsDonald TrumpGavin Newsomdeath penaltyCaliforniaGeorge SkeltonLos Angeles TimesL.A. Times Politics
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Media Monitor: L.A. Times Columnist Questions Whether Becerra Will Govern Boldly on Healthcare, Budget
L.A. Times columnist George Skelton writes that Xavier Becerra's gubernatorial campaign has been plodding, and questions whether the career politician will make tough calls on Medi-Cal and the state budget.
Politics and GovernmentHealthUSAElectionState GovernmentsDemocratic PartySocial Issues Xavier BecerraCalifornia governor's raceGeorge SkeltonMedi-CalGavin Newsomuniversal healthcareCalifornia state budgetL.A. Times Politics
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Media Monitor: L.A. Times Columnist Runs Through California's 2026 Ballot Propositions, Urging 'No' on Most
Los Angeles Times columnist George Skelton walks readers through California's crowded 2026 ballot propositions, recommending rejection of most measures, including the affordable housing bond and billionaire tax.
Politics and GovernmentUSAElectionState GovernmentsEconomyReal EstateHealth California ballot propositionsGeorge SkeltonLos Angeles Timesbillionaire taxaffordable housing bondvoter IDCalifornia Environmental Quality ActL.A. Times Politics
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Media Monitor: L.A. Times Columnist Urges California Voters to Ignore State Guide's "Vote Today" Advice
The Los Angeles Times is reporting that California's official voter guide tells residents to return ballots immediately, a directive its columnist says shortchanges deliberation on 14 complex propositions and key House races.
Politics and GovernmentUSAElectionState GovernmentsGeneral PoliticsLegalSocial Issues California general electionOfficial Voter Information GuideShirley WeberGeorge SkeltonLos Angeles Timesballot propositionsU.S. House racesL.A. Times Politics
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Media Monitor: L.A. Times Columnist Says Becerra's California Governor Race Is Effectively Decided
The Los Angeles Times is reporting that columnist George Skelton says Democrat Xavier Becerra is a shoo-in for California governor, with Republican Steve Hilton trailing badly in the polls.
Politics and GovernmentUSAElectionDemocratic PartyRepublican PartyState GovernmentsMedia Xavier BecerraSteve HiltonCalifornia governor raceGeorge SkeltonLos Angeles TimesCNN debateUC Berkeley Institute of Governmental Studies pollL.A. Times Politics
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Media Monitor: L.A. Times Columnist Urges Rejection of California Voter ID Measure
The Los Angeles Times is reporting that a Capitol Journal columnist argues California's Proposition 39 voter ID measure would slow vote counts, burden voters and cost taxpayers, and is headed for defeat.
Politics and GovernmentElectionState GovernmentsRepublican PartyDemocratic PartyLegal Proposition 39Californiavoter IDGeorge SkeltonLos Angeles TimesCarl DeMaioelectionsL.A. Times Politics
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Media Monitor: L.A. Times Columnist Says Trump Tax Law Could Fund California Local News Tax Credits
The L.A. Times reports a Trump-era corporate deduction change could free up California funds for $43 million in tax credits for local newsrooms, with Gov. Gavin Newsom weighing AB 2222.
Politics and GovernmentMediaBusinessUSAState GovernmentsFederal GovernmentEconomyDigital and Print PublishingLegal Los Angeles TimesGeorge SkeltonGavin NewsomAB 2222Californialocal news tax creditsDonald TrumpL.A. Times Politics
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Media Monitor: L.A. Times Columnist Questions Modern Leaders' Commitment to Declaration of Independence
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 GovernmentUSAGeneral PoliticsWhite HouseFederal GovernmentSocial IssuesLegal Declaration of IndependenceDonald TrumpU.S. PoliticsGeorge SkeltonConstitutional LawErwin ChemerinskyL.A. Times Politics
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Media Monitor: L.A. Times examines California's reliance on wealthy taxpayers
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 GovernmentBusinessState GovernmentsEconomyDemocratic PartyElectionLegal CaliforniaTaxationWealthyState BudgetGavin NewsomGeorge SkeltonPublic PolicyL.A. Times Politics