It certainly appears to be. The state is fighting for the victory prize of worst run in the country. Many would claim it has already won this award. As we go further and further into financial ruin and are asked every six to 12 months by legislators at the state and municipal levels to cough up more tax dollars to receive fewer and poorer quality services, one has to conclude that many things are very wrong. But all hope is not lost, as this excellent article from The Economist points out. I'd strongly suggest that if you live in California, you give this a read and consider supporting the cause of a brand new constitution. Thanks to Steve W. for pointing it out to me.
