Govern For California
Govern For California is a political philanthropy that works to counter special interest influence over California governments.
Budget, Fiscal Affairs
Newsom’s 2026-27 Budget Proposal
Last Friday Governor Newsom presented his proposed budget for the next fiscal year that starts July 1. As usual, the revenue forecast is not reliable since no one can successfully predict stock market performance, which determines CA’s marginal revenues.
David Crane
Updates
GFC’s “Johnny Appleseed” Activities
After our note last week some readers asked about GFC’s “Johnny Appleseed” activities. By that we mean actions to help other political organizations to succeed…
David Crane
Updates
Every year around this time, my wife asks me what I want for Christmas. And every year since GFC launched in 2011, my response has been: “An uncaptured California Legislature and Governor.” I will be disappointed again this year.
David Crane
