In this episode of the California Underground Podcast, hosts Phil and Camille discuss significant issues in California politics, focusing on San Diego's budget crisis under Mayor Todd Gloria, the implications of budget cuts on community services, and the ongoing corruption within LA's Homeless Services Authority. T
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Original air date 5.13.25
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to California Politics Podcast
03:25 Cringe Moment of the Week: Bernie Sanders
06:28 San Diego's Budget Deficit and Todd Gloria's Proposal
09:37 La Jolla's Secession Attempt and Its Implications
13:30 Public Services Cuts: Libraries and Arts Programs
15:23 Community Reactions to Budget Cuts
18:19 The Impact of Political Promises on City Budgets
21:29 Monopolies in City Services: Trash Collection and More
24:17 Controversial Spending: Rainbow Flag Project
27:30 Conclusion and Future Implications
36:46 Budget Shortfalls and City Projects
41:47 Public Servants and Salary Cuts
45:10 Local Elections Matter
46:51 Corruption in LA's Homeless Services
59:35 Government Connections and Accountability
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