Ep. 263: California Supreme Court Blocks Tax Ballot Measure

Summary In this episode, Phil and Camille discuss the recent lawsuit that went to the Supreme Court of California regarding a tax ballot initiative called the Taxpayer Protection Act (TPA). They explore the question of whether the TPA is constitutional or unconstitutional according to the California Constitution. They also discuss the distinction between amending and revising the Constitution and the power of the electorate to adopt proposals through the initiative process. Check out our full site at www.californiaunderground.live Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Moving Woes 03:14 Setting the Record Straight: Not Moving Out of California 04:14 The Lawsuit and the Role of the Supreme Court of California 06:19 Appealing to the United States Supreme Court 09:00 Hypothetical Vote on the California Supreme Court 12:38 The Supreme Court's Ruling on the Taxpayer Protection Act 22:18 The Supreme Court's View on Voter Approval for Tax Measures 25:20 Concerns about the Role of the People in the Legislative Process