CA Budget Deal - On to November

Getting the "small stuff" out of the way for the looming election in November which will make or break our dear Ahnold, da Gov and legislative leaders announced a budget deal today.

The deal includes added money for education and transportation while keeping it balanced.

According to the SF Chronicle:

Assembly Speaker Fabian Nunez, D-Los Angeles, said Schwarzenegger had brought Republicans and Democrats together, forcing compromises from both sides.

He described the budget for the 2005-2006 fiscal year as fiscally responsible yet compassionate, protecting the interests of both parties.

The Gov's press release states:

"Together we have reached the best budget agreement California has seen in years, proving again that when we are a unified team we are unstoppable. This budget does not raise taxes or increase borrowing. It provides $3 billion more for our schools, provides $1.3 billion more for crucial transportation projects and invests in both public health and safety," said Governor Schwarzenegger. "This is a budget to put us on the path toward rebuilding California . Now we must work together to reform and repair our broken budget process and break the cycle of budget deficits so that nothing will stand in the way of creating more prosperity and opportunity in California than ever before."

All I have to say is you're both out of here. You're still 5 days late. You still have to actually vote for it, and knowing the drama queens in Sactown we still are going to have to listen to stories about your underwear and posturing for no apparent reason since you don't have to run in competitive seats for the next 8 years. Bah!