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Mark Orcutt

California’s surplus must be used wisely
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Not only does focusing on outcomes create an atmosphere that reinforces the effective use of public funds, but it also helps to regain the trust of voters.

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Data brings power to the people if it goes from information to insight
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Achieving such a transformation is not an easy task when you are faced with government information that is relatively manageable in size, but often overwhelmingly complex.

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Comparing Regional Economies: There’s an app for that
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In addition, the California Forward Action Fund has been hard at work with Assembly Speaker Pérez’s staff to incorporate a regional focus into the statewide economic development plan ensconced in AB 53.

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Gaining access to Cal-Access
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The Public Policy Institute of California hosted an event this week in San Francisco focused on the future of California’s elections

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