This story was reported for San Diego News Network on July 8, 2009. A deepening deficit and ravaged credit rating, a missing (or not) assemblymember and now Craigslist? Yup, things can change like that in the Golden State in just two days. Here’s a recap of what has happened and is happening on Day Seven of the budget impasse. Deficit:… Read more →
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California Budget Crisis Diaries: Day Five of the budget impasse
This story was reported for San Diego News Network on July 6, 2009. This was the first installment of the popular “California Budget Crisis Diaries,” a blog maintained by Hoa Quach that drew numerous, regular readers throughout the state. California’s leaders now have 40 days to pass and sign a balanced budget into law. Until then, I’ll be reporting what’s… Read more →