The San Diego Union Tribune sees little for Californians to be happy about as their governor begins his final 12 months in office. While Schwarzenegger is expected to continue opposing tax increases in 2010, he seems more concerned with ensuring his legacy as a “Green Governor” than as a fiscal reformer.

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The L.A. Times has released a report on Governor Schwarzenegger's final plea for $8 billion dollars in aid from the federal government. He has threaten massive cuts to social programs across the state, including canceling the state's main welfare program. These cuts would come into effect in 2010 if Washington does not respond.

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The LA Times reports that Governor Schwarzenegger has signed the budget plan after making several more cuts to state spending. These cuts were made in attempt make up the $1.1 billion that were left unaccounted for in the proposed budget deal. Officials remain dubious that this will truly bring California out of debt.

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This article illustrates how state employee benefits, such as pension plans, are blatantly exempt from Governor Schwarzenegger’s massive budget cuts. The author argues that it is both just and crucial to cut pension plans as part of the solution to the budget deficit.

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In this article, the author describes the ominous condition of California’s unemployment fund and the numerous, ineffective solutions proposed by Governor Schwarzenegger.

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