Special Feature

February 21st, 2008

Democrats Advance Extreme Budget Cuts
by Senator Mark Wyland

Addressing California's $14.5 billion deficit, Democrats in the Legislature recently approved nearly $1 billion in cuts to the state budget. While I agree that making cuts will eventually pull California out of the red, I don't believe that hasty decisions will repair our budget deficit.

These spontaneous cuts will do nothing to solve the Legislature's continual overspending problem. These cuts are an example of classic quick-fixes that have failed California in the past.

We need to make budget cuts and cannot afford to raise your taxes, but the affects need to be considered before the Legislature takes action. What California needs is a thoughtful, strategic solution that tackles our deficit for good-and no more band-aids that will just get us through the week.

If you would like to get a message to Senator Mark Wyland, contact his San Diego County District office at:

Senator Mark Wyland
1910 Palomar Point Way, Suite 105
Carlsbad, California 92008
760.931.2455 Office
email:
senator.wyland@sen.ca.gov