California's Big, Bloated $325 Billion Budget

In this episode of the California Underground podcast, Phil discusses key political issues affecting California, including the controversy surrounding a Spanish national anthem performance at a Dodgers game, Senator Alex Padilla's dramatic actions during a DHS press conference, and the state's ongoing budget crisis. The conversation highlights the intersection of politics and culture, the implications of rising spending, and shifting public opinion on immigration and healthcare policies.Chapters01:05 The Controversy of the Spanish National Anthem11:05 Senator Alex Padilla's Dramatic Incident25:55 California's Spending Problem and Budget DeficitAre you a Californian who feels isolated and alone in your political views in a deep blue state? Feel like you can’t talk about insane taxes, an overbearing government, and radical social experiments without getting a side eye? Then join us on the California Underground Podcast, the most trusted podcast on all things California politics.Original air date  617.25*The California Underground Podcast is dedicated to discussing California politics from a place of sanity and rationality.*Check out our full site for more information about the show at www.californiaunderground.liveCheck out our sponsor for this episode, StopBox, by going to www.stopbox.com/californiaunderground to get 10% off your orderFollow California Underground on Social Media  Instagram: www.instagram.com/californiaunderground X: https://twitter.com/CAUndergoundTik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@californiaunderground?_t=8o6HWHcJ1CM&_r=1YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCj8SabIcF4AKqEVFsLmo1jA Read about our Privacy Policy: https://www.spotify.com/us/legal/privacy-policy/