Govern For California

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

California State Capitol Building

Updates

CA Rent-Seekers’ Dilemma

Once upon a time, Eric Swalwell was endorsed for governor by all of the “Big Three” of California’s establishment: the California Teachers’ Association (CTA), the Service Employees International Union (SEIU), and the California Hospital Association (CHA). Together the members of those organizations collect upwards of $80 billion per year from the governor and legislature.

David Crane

Matt MahanUpdates

Why CA’s Political Polls Are So Often Wrong — Until They’re Not

Ask yourself the following question: If every one of California’s 10.4 million registered Democrats and 5.1 million Independents actually knew Tom Steyer, Katie Porter and Matt Mahan, which of them do you expect would collect the most votes?

David Crane

Calls to Action: CitizensMatt Mahan

Mahan Is Surging

Earlier this week, the Mahan campaign released its first ad and a memo reporting that Matt is already within striking distance of Tom Steyer and Katie Porter even though Matt is known by only 37% of voters. Matt easily beats Steyer and Porter when voters learn about him.

David Crane

Golden Gate Bridge, San Francisco, California

Mission

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