Author: Gordon M. Webster, Jr.

Some serious math will be employed by California restaurant owners and diners as a sweeping new minimum wage takes effect
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The U.S. Department of Energy announced California as one of seven regions selected as a “hydrogen hub.” The Golden State
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Over the weekend, Gov. Gavin Newsom signed yet another bill that delivers an inflationary shot to the economy, raising the
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It’s been a decisive week in Sacramento, between Gov. Newsom selecting a new U.S. Senator in Laphonza Butler and also
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The final tally is in from the California Legislature’s annual session, with half a dozen bills awaiting Gov. Newsom’s signature
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It’s a real privilege to share the lineup for our 6th annual 60 Ideas in 60 Minutes event in Fresno. Over
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A tale of three Supreme Court rulings — two federal, one state — illustrates just how difficult it is to
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A recent Supreme Court decision delivered a victory for arbitration, which is a benefit for small business owners. In its
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The latest attempt in Sacramento to actually support manufacturing in the Golden State showed some promise, but ultimately may not
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A few short years after California voters defeated Proposition 15, the “split roll” property tax amendment to raise rates on
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