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Husband. Father. Assembly Republican Leader.

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James Gallagher
3 years
You want to do something about climate change? Get into the forest & reduce the fuels causing these fires to explode. CA's carbon reduction goals are obliterated year after year. 106 metric tons of carbon emitted in 2020 alone from wildfire!
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James Gallagher
4 years
Judge’s tentative ruling has become final. Newsom’s order is unconstitutional and he is enjoined from further exercising law making powers!
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James Gallagher
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When you can’t find baby formula, gas is $5+ per gallon, water supplies are running dry, homeless camps are everywhere and there is no penalty for crime…your government is broken.
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James Gallagher
4 years
Fact: @realDonaldTrump may have talked about withholding $ from CA, but he never has. He’s came thru in every disaster. The only person withholding money is Gavin Newsom. He refuses to give Counties their FEDERAL CARES Act $. Where is the outrage?
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James Gallagher
2 years
There’s a tide turning in California. The policies of one-party rule are failing and the world is watching.
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James Gallagher
3 years
John Hopkins meta study determines that lockdowns had “little to no effect on COVID mortality”. Mandates and shutdowns did not save lives but created substantial harm. This is what many public health experts in academia and private sector had been saying over the past 2 years.
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James Gallagher
4 years
Dude you kept the schools closed for months while CDC said it was safe and now you are claiming victory because they might open in April?
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James Gallagher
4 years
Press release from myself and @KevinKileyCA 👇
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James Gallagher
2 years
Absolutely no one is leaving Florida to come to California, in fact quite the opposite.
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James Gallagher
3 years
I want everyone to understand what the CA Supreme Court passed on: Newsom changing your election laws overnight to 1) shorten the number of days you can vote; 2) eliminate traditional polling places; 3) eliminate the need for publicly noticed meetings with voting rights groups
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James Gallagher
3 years
There are very few things that I trust this government to do well. Running a healthcare system for 40 million people is not one of them. Appears there is bi-partisan agreement on this.
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James Gallagher
4 years
$80 million for billboards? That’s money our restaurants & other small businesses desperately need.
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James Gallagher
3 years
The Governor’s actions today show exactly why our lawsuit is so important. The Governor has no intention of giving up one-man rule over CA. @KevinKileyCA and I are headed to the CA Supreme Court soon.
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2 years
The economy is shrinking. Taxes are rising. And people are fleeing. This is the result of broken one-party rule.
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James Gallagher
3 years
Football is a great sport for our youth because it provides teachable moments. Yesterday’s NFC Championship in LA taught them that the restrictions they have been living under are totally unnecessary and not taken seriously even by those who seek to impose them
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James Gallagher
4 years
In Newsom’s CA: 🤦‍♂️ The virus is non-existent in swanky Napa restaurants 🤦‍♂️ Small businesses are dangerous, but big box stores are fine 🤦‍♂️ Expensive private schools can open for the elite, but public schools must remain closed 🤦‍♂️ The virus comes out at night, between 10pm and 5am
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James Gallagher
4 years
BREAKING: Appeals Court Sets Date in Gallagher/Kiley v. Newsom. The parties will appear before the 3rd District Court of Appeal in Sacramento on April 20 at 9:30 AM. The lawsuit challenges Newsom’s abuse of emergency powers during the COVID-19 State of Emergency. @KevinKileyCA
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James Gallagher
2 years
Today, lawmakers sent a letter to the Newsom administration asking to stop the expansion of early release to violent felons. This should be a bi-partisan effort, but not a single Democrat agreed to sign on. What does that say? #SaferCA
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James Gallagher
3 years
Gavin Newsom and AG Rob Bonta are doing a big presser today on how they are going to combat crime. No one should take them seriously. They literally championed the very policies that have led to this crime wave.
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James Gallagher
3 years
Wow. Every @AsmRepublicans lawmaker voted to take 50 cents off the gallon of gas. Not a single Democrat Assemblymember supported this effort to lower gas prices. #50CentsOffNow
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James Gallagher
3 years
Anyone who tells you this proposed requirement aligns with historical vaccine protocols is lying to you. The current required vaccinations have for been in use with full FDA approval for decades. The COVID vaccine has not.
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James Gallagher
4 years
California Science = Walmart is PACKED, Restaurants are closed.
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James Gallagher
4 years
Our trial against Gavin Newsom’s abuses of power has been pushed back an hour to 10am tomorrow. Pray for the restoration of representative government in California.
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3 years
I am absolutely going to oppose removing COVID vaccine exemptions for school children. This is wrong and an unconscionable overreach into the family over a virus that poses very minimal threat to young children.
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James Gallagher
4 years
I will be opposing the phony ‘school re-opening’ bill today. Even after this bill passes, our children will remain isolated at home staring at a screen for hours on end. I refuse to take part in legitimizing this sham.
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James Gallagher
3 years
A story that is it not getting nearly enough attention. There are many public health experts who have disagreed with the approach taken by CA. Now that the virus has become endemic it is time to lift mandates and restrictions not expand them.
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James Gallagher
3 years
Gavin was judicious, Garcetti held his breath... C’mon man. Stop. They don’t really believe masking is necessary. Nor did any one else around them or anyone in that stadium for that matter. End of story.
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L.A. Mayor Garcetti Says He Held His Breath For Maskless Photo With Magic Johnson
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James Gallagher
4 years
I agree with @KevinKileyCA . The law is on our side and I look forward to arguing on behalf of the People on April 20th in the Court of Appeal.
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3 years
It is unfortunately not surprising that Democrats voted down our bill #AB1599 to reform Prop 47 and bring back penalties for theft. It is clear they are not serious about addressing this crime wave affecting our communities.
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3 years
Some saying the mental health suffering in the wake of school shutdowns is an argument for government taking over healthcare in CA. This is how out of touch some are in Sacramento.
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James Gallagher
3 years
Californians expect water to flow when they turn on the faucet. They also expect to see bacon at the grocery store. Government mismanagement and misplaced priorities are jeopardizing both of these expectations.
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James Gallagher
3 years
Maryland suspended their 36 cent gas tax. Guess what happened immediately after the law went into effect? Prices at the pump dropped by 36 cents. CA could do the same. But Capitol Democrats are standing in the way of lower gas prices.
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James Gallagher
3 years
Newsom’s new “end”demic policy: 1) Continues the hypocritical and nonsensical policy of keeping your kids in masks and 2) refuses to end his emergency powers that allow him to bypass the Legislature and democratic process.
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James Gallagher
4 years
Government imposed lockdowns do NOT reduce cases or stop spikes. Neither science or reality justify the Governor’s announcement today – just look at how California’s case count compares to less restrictive states.
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James Gallagher
3 years
It seems that Newsom realizes that we need to end the masking of our kids in schools and his only delaying to appease special interests like the CTA. This kind of political chess game where our kids as the pawns has to stop once and for all.
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James Gallagher
4 years
You can now officially eat outside... in the rain. But your school can’t open and you can’t play most sports... but yeah we’re open. 🤦
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James Gallagher
3 years
Rural schools will ultimately be the hardest hit by this new child vaccine mandate. Enrollment will drastically decline, school district budgets will crumble, and the learning and social losses will be massive. We cannot let this happen.
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James Gallagher
2 years
So it’s now official. The Governor has called a special session to raise gas taxes even more and increase regulations that are already strangling our supply of gas in California. You can’t make this up.
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James Gallagher
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Look at San Francisco and tell me you want San Francisco politicians running the nation.
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James Gallagher
2 years
Honestly with the amount of crime Gavin Newsom and the Democrats have enabled here in CA you need a gun to protect yourself. That’s the sad reality.
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James Gallagher
3 years
A month ago Newsom was touting CA low case rates as proof his strict policies worked. Now FL has the lowest case rate and our cases are rising. Does that mean their policies were better? Or does the virus just naturally lull and surge no matter what your policies are?
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James Gallagher
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If you kicked off your anti-recall campaign in San Francisco where all of your failures (housing, homelessness, high cost of living, gentrification, etc.) are on full display.... you might need to be recalled.
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James Gallagher
4 years
Did you know that your City government is spending YOUR taxpayer dollars to pay membership dues to an organization (League of CA Cities) which just filed an amicus brief opposing the Gallagher/Kiley lawsuit against Gavin Newsom’s abuse of power?
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James Gallagher
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Another note I received today, "I’ve been a nurse for 25 years and worked in two local hospitals. ICUs running full capacity is something that happens quite routinely, every year."
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I’m not making any judgments at this time but this needs to be fully investigated and accounted for; along with the report of a felon who was arrested with 300 ballots in his possession
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James Gallagher
3 years
Happy birthday to my partner in liberty, @KevinKileyCA
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James Gallagher
3 years
The solution to high gas prices can’t just be ‘buy a Tesla.’ Unfortunately, that was the message sent from the State Capitol from the super majority.
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James Gallagher
3 years
Gavin took in a big donation from a NY hedge fund manager... who probably has the average Californian’s best interest at heart. We have to end the special interests grip on Sacramento. And one thing is for sure... Gavin Newsom is their guy
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James Gallagher
3 years
The elites who want to control how you live don’t bother with such limitations in their own life
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Pelosi spent over $500K on private jets despite claiming ‘we have a moral obligation’ to reduce emissions
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James Gallagher
4 years
This was never political; it was never partisan. This ruling will affect whoever is governor, not just this governor, but those in the future. It’s about respecting that balance of power and the fundamental separation of powers that is fundamental to our system of government.
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James Gallagher
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Only in California would someone propose to increase taxes as a solution to lowering gas prices.
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James Gallagher
3 years
In CA we have nearly a 75% vaccination rate combined with millions who have natural immunity from already having contracted the virus. So why is Gavin Newsom threatening shutdowns and school closures again?
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James Gallagher
3 years
The Governor's mandatory water restrictions and new COVID rules for large events are (ironically?) kicking in after September 14th. What else am I missing? Possible school closures? Mandatory energy restrictions or black outs?
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James Gallagher
4 years
Super woke: When you realize that the leaders you have supported & who get you all riled up about inequality are: 1.Super rich 2.Don’t believe those equity rules apply to them. 3.Are actually keeping you where you are
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James Gallagher
3 years
Today the Governor is announcing emergency regulations & watering cutbacks for drought. We passed a Water Bond ten years ago! What has the Governor done to build more water storage and increase our water supply? Sites Resevoir project has been on his court for years.
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James Gallagher
4 years
Sad state of affairs In CA: •Continues to struggle with vaccine distribution. •Has stopped providing data justifying the stay at home order. •Continues a massive backlog of unemployment claims. •Has made it nearly impossible for schools to re-open.
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James Gallagher
3 years
If it is true that the CA Supreme Court has denied hearing our appeal it means that the highest court in CA has taken a pass on providing any legal review of perhaps the greatest example of executive overreach in modern history. They literally have nothing to say about it. Sad.
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James Gallagher
3 years
The CA Dems want to raise your taxes $163 billion to provide for a government run healthcare system. They say that after they tax you more it will lower your costs. But seriously has there been anything these guys have touched that hasn’t cost you more? Housing? Utilities? Gas?
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James Gallagher
2 years
Ending early release of unrehabilitated violent felons should be a bipartisan issue. Do you agree?
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James Gallagher
3 years
Kevin Kiley really shines in these debates. He knows the issues well, describes the underlying problem, and articulates the solutions better than anyone.
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James Gallagher
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CA: Democratic politicians have a Christmas 🎁 for you. A middle class tax hike. “Those making between $61,214 and $312,686 would pay 10.4%,” up from the current 9.3%. Let’s put some coal in their stocking.
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James Gallagher
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How it works folks: 1️⃣Wildfire experts come to me & others with solutions. 2️⃣We introduce bills. 3️⃣Supermajority votes them down or refuses even a hearing. 4️⃣Fires continue to get worse. 5️⃣Supermajority cancels wildfire oversight hearing.
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James Gallagher
4 years
The TX case in the SC makes a similar argument to @KevinKileyCA and I: the state legislatures alone have the power to change election law.
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James Gallagher
2 years
This was a violent felon with a long rap sheet who should have been in prison. If he was, this tragedy might have been avoided. If this violence a few blocks from the Capitol doesn’t serve as a wake-up call to the policymakers in this building, I don’t know what will.
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James Gallagher
3 years
CA logic: Fail at the basics. And then expand government with additional programs and services that will fail equally as bad.
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James Gallagher
4 years
None of these orders matter unless Californians buy in & change their behavior. The better policy is to call on all Californians to step up and make responsible choices to follow basic health guidelines to limit the spread without shackling our freedoms and the economy.
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James Gallagher
2 years
Maybe before we declare a flavor for the official state milkshake we could pass a bill to lower gas prices?
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James Gallagher
3 years
Apparently the CA Supreme Court has rejected our appeal. No official notice to me or @KevinKileyCA but the SF Chronicle already knows about it. Interesting... I want to say more but I’ll leave it there for now.
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James Gallagher
2 months
Today is a big loss for @GavinNewsom He is forced to sign bipartisan retail theft bills that he tried to secretly undermine and Prop 36 (which he opposes) has the overwhelming support of California voters in a new poll. A loss for Newsom but a big win for California.
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James Gallagher
4 years
The Governor took immediate action to close small business. Why won’t he take immoderate action to fix the EDD? A task force and some tax credits don’t cut it. Governor, people need help.
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James Gallagher
3 years
I am grateful for the trust my colleagues have placed in me to help lead our caucus and work to better the lives of Californians up & down the state. Asm Waldron has been a tremendous leader winning victories throughout California. I plan to build on her legacy.
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James Gallagher
4 years
The best way to celebrate the end of one-man rule in California is to get out and exercise your right to vote!
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James Gallagher
3 years
We already have a teacher and healthcare worker shortage. I wonder if anyone has thought about how these mandates might affect that? 🤔
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James Gallagher
4 years
Was shocking to hear the Gov’s attorneys argue that in an emergency, all power of the State is vested in the Governor alone including law-making powers - arguing that we cease to be a representative republic with three branches (executive, legislative, and judicial). 1/
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James Gallagher
2 years
No one driving a truck caused the Camp Fire that burned down Paradise in my district. Failure to do any forestry management and reckless negligence by one of your biggest donors DID. What we need is bold action against the special interests that control Sacramento.
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Heavy-duty trucks account for nearly a third of harmful air pollutants. We need bold action. CA will once again lead the way --phasing out the use of diesel-powered trucks. Trucks shouldn’t give our kids asthma. Make wildfires worse. Or melt glaciers.
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James Gallagher
3 years
A CDC study that studied California cases found that natural immunity provides greater protection than vaccination alone, yet California policies still do not recognize natural immunity when it comes to mandates for our frontline workers like nurses. This needs to change now.
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James Gallagher
4 years
A victory for the People of California and Separation of Powers.
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Kevin Kiley
4 years
The Judge has ruled in our case against Gavin Newsom. We won. The Judge found good cause to issue a permanent injunction restraining the Governor from issuing further unconstitutional orders.
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James Gallagher
3 years
The same Gov and Democrats who are worked up about $215 million for a recall election oversaw $30 BILLION in EDD fraud
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James Gallagher
2 years
CA hasn’t added major new water storage since 1979, even though voters approved funding for new reservoirs nearly a decade ago. It’s time to cut the bureaucratic holdups and get things done. Thanks to @OANN for having me on talk about this critical issue.
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James Gallagher
3 years
CA has what could be a $60 billion surplus. We can afford to give people a gas tax holiday and also invest money in roads, bridges, and other vital infrastructure. Here’s a thought: Let’s use it to build new water storage like Sites Reservoir.
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James Gallagher
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What happened last night on the Assembly Floor was completely undemocratic. Silencing members and restricting debate on important bills that will have significant impact on Californians. Rushing votes on last minute bills. Legislation that was worked on and debated all year
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The Assembly is chaos right now. Democrats have limited debate on each bill to 30 seconds. Republicans note the bills they’re debating are big and deserve debate. They also won’t recognize Assemblyman @billessayli and he’s banging on his desk as they ignore him.
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James Gallagher
2 years
NEW: Snowpack is now 200% of normal for January. Drought should be over, right? Think again. In backwards CA, we don’t store water efficiently and the manmade drought will persist. #BuildSites
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James Gallagher
3 years
Governing by fear and whim is not leadership. Period. Full stop.
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James Gallagher
3 years
The Capitol Democrats who refused to suspend the gas tax & take 50 cents off each gallon are having a rough time explaining their vote. People need relief, they aren’t buying your excuses. #50CentsOffNow
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James Gallagher
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2022 is looking like the Year of the Parent in California.
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BREAKING: SF school board recalls headed to victory, per first returns of early ballots. Collins YES 79% NO 21% Lopez YES 75% NO 25% Moliga YES 73% NO 27%
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James Gallagher
4 years
So now Red tier has been modified and we have a Green tier... Could have been done months ago. Why now? 2 million reasons why
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James Gallagher
2 years
Only in CA...the public has been given an opportunity to speak on pending regulations that expand upon a policy of allowing unrehabilitated dangerous criminals to be release early from prison...and the phone line is busted.
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James Gallagher
3 years
What a game! Had us all breathless and maskless until the last snap. #SuperBowl
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James Gallagher
3 years
Thought @KevinKileyCA had the most substantive and concrete responses tonight and won the debate
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James Gallagher
3 years
We argued only the Legislature can amend law, can’t do that by EO it’s blatantly unconstitutional; Sutter Superior Court judge agreed with us; the 3rd District Ct of Appeal said during an emergency a Gov can change any law on any subject, Leg can end emergency if they don’t like
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James Gallagher
4 years
Oh and did I forget to mention: Governor’s request to stay enforcement of the ruling is DENIED!
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James Gallagher
4 years
I’m working with @KevinKileyCA on an Assembly Resolution to bring back youth sports. Any of my leg colleagues want to co-author? #LetThemPlayCA Reso text here:
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James Gallagher
2 years
For anyone questioning themselves: Yes, you have a right to think for yourself and have an opinion. The government cannot take that away.
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James Gallagher
2 years
Easy to read investigative report into how government is adding $1.30 to each gallon of gas in CA.
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James Gallagher
2 years
Allowing excess water from these storms to flow out into the ocean and be wasted is nothing short of irresponsible. Republicans have solutions and support capturing this water to ease the pain of drought.
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James Gallagher
3 years
Keep in mind: the same people who are now saying we need vaccine mandates to keep kids in school were the same people who supported or tolerated the shutdown of in-person school for well over a year. The greatest threat to our children’s welfare has been their policies.
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James Gallagher
4 years
The governor likes to tout that his actions are scientifically driven, but evidence simply does not support such drastic action limiting people’s freedom. This virus does not suddenly come out at night.
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James Gallagher
4 years
This Governor is in denial about the extent of his one-man rule mismanagement and the ensuing devastation done to California. His policies and directives have crushed small business and have had detrimental impacts to the health and wellness of California’s children.
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