First, Sen. Maldonado is a businessman with hands-on experience in growing a small business. The senator has extensive experience in the operations of government, starting with his election to the Santa Maria City Council at age 26. Read MoreAbout Why Abel Maldonado Should Be Confirmed »

One of the common consumer complaints received at the DMHC Help Center is not being able to see a doctor on a timely basis. This is simply unacceptable, and in January, California became the first state in the nation to provide patients with predictable wait times. Read MoreAbout first state to shorten patient wait times for appointments »

When disaster strikes, Californians act at once to help. But right here at home, California is faced with a financial disaster that can't be fought with fire hoses or axes. Read MoreAbout Federal Formulas Are Harming California  »

January 11, 2010 California commemorates Human Trafficking Awareness Day with a Proclamation by Governor Schwarzenegger. This modern-day form of slavery forces 12.3 million adults and children each year according to the United Nations. And sadly, California is not exempt from this terrible crime. Read MoreAbout California Is Not Immune From Human Trafficking »

Every year California taxpayers dutifully send their money to Washington. And every year the federal government gives us back an IOU. They tell us that they’re not going to give us our money back. Well, this year we’re calling in their debt. Read MoreAbout A Renewed Partnership  »

For every dollar California taxpayers send to Washington, 79 cents comes back to the state. That's unfair, state officials say, and that argument will be pressed by them with considerable vigor in the coming weeks. Read MoreAbout We're Not The U.S.'s ATM »