California Forward
Proposed ballot measure requires bills be available for three days before a final vote and all legislative hearings be posted online.
read moreSmart and steady reform effort needs to be sustained – and replicated to help government adapt to a rapidly changing California.
read more“California Forward has long advocated for giving lawmakers and the public at least 72 hours to review a bill before a final vote. We also know from our extensive consultation…
read moreState Senator Steve Glazer, elected over a fellow Democrat via the top-two primary, pointed the way to bipartisan compromise through six new political rules he says will result in a stronger democracy.
read moreThe question of the day in Sacramento was whether California’s open primary reform was reducing partisan gridlock and creating more competitive elections.
read moreFormer mayor of San Jose and other politically experienced Californians join upcoming open forum on middle class job creation, improving public schools, inspiring more participation in elections and government, and how we spend our money effectively.
read moreEvents open to the public will feature problem solvers from across the political spectrum engaging with Californians to talk about how we spend our money, how we improve our schools and how we create meaningful jobs.
read moreRecent kerfuffle in the Assembly where member ordered removal of colleague’s microphone represents a high-profile lapse in effective governance which requires collaboration, open communication and vibrant debate.
read moreLeaders from across the political spectrum and across California will take part in public discussions about how to restore California’s role as the model for other states to follow in the areas of education, jobs and public engagement.
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