Govern For California
Govern For California is a political philanthropy that works to counter special interest influence over California governments.
Fiscal Affairs, Updates
Before yesterday, the race for brand-name endorsements from rent-seekers was largely between Eric Swalwell and Tom Steyer…
David Crane
Fiscal Affairs, Updates
Rent-Seeker Sweepstakes Update!
Right after Eric Swalwell landed SEIU’s big endorsement, Tom Steyer countered with endorsements from AFSCME 3299 and California Federation of Teachers (CFT). AFSCME 3299 represents only 0.10% of California’s population but collects $2.75 billion per year of UC spending while CFT represents only 0.30% of California’s population but collects $14.8 billion per year of public school spending.
David Crane
Fiscal Affairs, Updates
Update: Rent-Seeker Sweepstakes
Yesterday SEIU endorsed Eric Swalwell for governor. Though the union represents only two percent of California’s population, it strikes fear and hope in the heart of every candidate for office in Sacramento…
David Crane
