Govern For California

Govern For California is a political philanthropy that works to counter special interest influence over California governments.

California State Capitol Building

Calls to Action: CitizensMatt Mahan

Please Support Matt Mahan For Governor

San Jose Mayor Matt Mahan has announced that he is running for governor. As you know from our past writings about him, Matt is the rare elected official who solves problems, exactly what California needs now.

David Crane

Collective Bargaining For Public EmployeesFiscal AffairsPension Spending

Stop AB 1383 — Again

State lawmakers in the pockets of government unions have re-submitted AB 1383, which would boost pensions for safety employees without setting aside sufficient funds to meet those promises.

David Crane

BudgetFiscal AffairsOPEBPension Spending

SF Standard: By law, California can’t declare bankruptcy. Trump and Congress should change that

With all the headlines about billionaires fleeing California because of a proposed — and self-harming — wealth tax, our disastrous state budget has escaped the grim headlines it merits.

David Crane

Golden Gate Bridge, San Francisco, California

Mission

To counter special interest influence and to support like-minded organizations.