Governor Schwarzenegger's continued persistence in the face of Democratic demands for higher taxes is, as already mentioned, one of the more risky moves of the governor's political career.

The California Independent Voter Project wishes everyone a safe and happy new year. On this New Year's Day, we pledge to continue our pursuit of exceptional analysis from both sides of the political spectrum on all things politics in this great state.

With 2008 behind us, let us look forward to a bright future and work together to make those hours of great adversity that made up the end of last year a distant memory.

Happy New Year California!

In an attempt to reach new audiences to get the word out about California's budget deficit, the governor's office has created a new online widget that marks how many days the Legislature has gone without passing a new budget and displays the amount of money the state is losing by the second.

The California Independent Voter Project would like to wish all of its supporters, their families, and their loved ones a Merry Christmas and Happy Holiday Season.  For the a-religious: we hope you are in good spirits.  During these hard economic times, it is more important as ever to reflect on the invaluable presents those we love give us everyday.  Many of us bought or made gifts that best represent our appreciation for them within the means we have to express them; a way to emphasize our appreciation for their honesty and respectfulness.  As an advocate for independent minded-voters, th