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San Jose Mercury News trashed the infamous "demon sheep" web video produced by Carly Fiorina's campaign.
Hounded by rumors of coordination, Tom Campbell denied any deals were made between himself and Meg Whitman.
Carly Fiorina suggested bankruptcy be on the table to deal with the state's financial mess. In reality, however, states cannot seek bankruptcy protection.
Right-wing publication, The American Spectator, attacked Campbell and his "anti-Israel" voting record.
It appears Carly Fiorina believes we are living in 1994 because she offered a series of "reforms" that were implemented fifteen years ago.
California Accountability Project, a product of the Democratic Governors Association, launched. Other groups formed separate committees to boost Jerry Brown and other candidates in the state.
Huffington Post and New West writer William Bradley examined the "machinations of Meg Whitman" on her campaign's efforts at intimidation of other candidates and bogus claims on how long she's lived in California.
Jeff Denham leads Richard Pombo, according to the former's internal polls, by a margin of 28-12, and 38-12 when voters are informed that outgoing Congressman George Radanovich endorsed Denham. A pollster for Denham says their data shows Pombo is bad for the party.
The looming battle over AB 32 makes the state a prime target for the next climate fight. Read more on AB 32 from the state's former controller, Steve Westly.
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Carly Fiorina defended and promised more of the wildly popular (and widely-mocked) "demon sheep" advertisements.
In a video released on the web, Meg Whitman received flack from the conservative base for disavowing a supporter that said they were a "proud racist." Whitman released a television ad that begins airing today.
Fresno Bee: Steve Poizner backed a voter initiative that led to $40 billion in more taxes.
A new poll showed Gavin Newsom leading the field of Democrats -- Janice Hahn and Dean Florez -- for lieutenant governor. Newsom "shot down" such a run a month ago but the San Francisco Chronicle believes the San Francisco mayor ain't out yet.
Jackie Speier ruled out running for the state's top cop job. Kamala Harris raised $1 million in the last six months but Chris Kelly leads the field in cash-on-hand, while Republican Steve Cooley is getting hammered by conservative activists.
Republicans collectively raised several hundred thousand to unseat Jerry McNerney in CA-11 while most lent themselves a huge chunk of their campaign cash.
Richard Pombo raised $260,000 campaigning for a return bid to Congress in CA-19.
San Ramon Mayor Abram Wilson (R) outraised the AD-15 Democratic incumbent, Joan Buchanan.
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Tom Campbell has large events planned for Thursday and Friday, including a town hall in San Diego.
Jerry McNerney spoke to reporters about his late December trip to Afghanistan.
Robert Beadles filed a lawsuit against a competitor for politically motivated libel and slander after he accused him of stealing property. The claim prompted sheriffs and CHP officers to search his business and home then handcuffing him in front of his wife and kids.
Lodi News-Sentinel continued their series of profiles on the Republican candidates in the 11th Congressional District with Elizabeth Emken.
Comprehensive immigration reform supporters delivered postcards to McNerney's San Ramon office.
Keep up with the Proposition 8 trial with the Courage Campaign's Trial Tracker. Sites like the Trial Tracker are an immense resource as the Supreme Court blocked any television broadcast.
President Barack Obama offered full U.S. support to Haiti after the devastating 7.0 earthquake left "hundreds of thousands dead" and much of the country in shambles. Parliament collapsed. All hospitals in the nation were either destroyed or abandoned. American Red Cross reported that they are out of supplies in Haiti. Amid the crisis, Haitians are organizing relief and survival efforts online. Talking Points Memo set up the Haiti Quake Wire as a clearinghouse of information coming from the island.
CA-11: McNerney Brings Home the Goods
Kim Santos of the Contra Costa Times reports:
The following will receive funds: Operation Peacekeeper Youth Gang Outreach Program, $200,000; Altamont Commuter Express (ACE) Alignment Project, $300,000; Give Every Child a Chance Job Mentoring Program, $500,000; San Joaquin Regional Operations Facility construction, $500,000; Interchange at 1-5 and French Camp Road, and Arch-Sperry Road construction, $800,000; Metro Express-Airport Way Corridor Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) Project, $2.8 million.
These projects mean jobs.
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Arnold Schwarzenegger's budget plan would strip cities and counties of cash. Darrell Steinberg, top Democrat in the State Senate, uttered, "You've got to be kidding" in response to the plan. Cuts to welfare support would be added pain to the state's poor. Meanwhile, the Governor's idea to get the federal government to fill-in the $6.9 billion gap in the state budget did not receive the kind of support he would have wanted from Nancy Pelosi, nor the state's Senate delegation.
Sacramento and San Joaquin County experienced all-time highs in bankruptcies and the Bay Area residents struggle to keep their heads above water, too.
The GOP candidates for George Radanovich's seat are so similar on the issues that the race is bound to get personal and nasty.
Jerry McNerney delivered $238,000 for a women's center in San Joaquin County.
George Miller, a Democrat from Martinez, and John Garamendi joined together to issue a call for a new direction on trade policy.
A sizable 6.5 earthquake struck northern California on Saturday. Early reports show no injuries or fatalities but minor damage and power outages. The event marks the third day in a row for the state. The quake, apparently, did not damage the Calaveras Dam, crews say.
Manteca Bulletin profiled Pombo-lite Brad Goehring with yet another Republican puff piece.
Hayward City Council unanimously passed a ridiculous measure that fines parents on a sliding scale for their children cutting class.
Schwarzenegger will appear on tomorrow's Meet the Press.