Angry Citizens Protest ‘Bailout Bob’s’ Plans for a Utility Bailout
Public Demands Hertzberg Speak for Public, not Utilities, in Sacramento Dozens of citizens, outraged at Speaker of the Assembly Robert Hertzberg's support…
Jan 30, 2001Consumer Watchdog
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Insurance
Mixing Profit and Policy And Stirring Concern
The New York Times The chief executive responded knowingly this past week to an array of detailed business questions
Jan 29, 2001
Energy
For a populist moment, Davis seized the day — then let it go
The San Diego Union-Tribune For one brief moment, California wasn't governed by a bland, cautious politician.
Jan 29, 2001
Energy
A Fable That Outdoes Aesop for Folly
Los Angeles Times The best analogy about California's electricity deregulation comes from Richie Ross, a political consultant.
Jan 29, 2001Governor Davis’ Abdication To Wall Street Will Cost Ratepayers Billions
Consumer Group Calls For Retail Rate Regulation, Other Public Controls The Foundation for Taxpayer and Consumer Rights said today that, as the…
Jan 29, 2001
Energy
Utilities Scramble To Persuade Public Of Need For Rate Hikes
Energy: Edison And PG&E Mount Multi-Pronged Efforts. Trade Group Airs Ad Featuring A Consumer Advocate.Los Angeles Times Horowitz, the "Fight Back" man,…
Jan 27, 2001
Energy
GOVERNOR GRAY DAVIS OFFERS BOND PROPOSAL THAT MAY RESOLVE CALIFORNIA’S ENERGY CRISIS
NPR WEEKEND ALL THINGS CONSIDERED In California, they're hoping to make it through the weekend without more rolling blackouts. Energy reserves are…
Jan 27, 2001
Energy
DAVIS HINTS AT CHANCE OF HIGHER RATES; LEADERS AGREE ON CRISIS PLAN
BIPARTISAN PROPOSAL CALLS FOR A STATE POWER AUTHORITY AND A TAXPAYER STAKE IN OWNERSHIP OF UTILITIES.Los Angeles Times Gov. Gray Davis for…
Jan 27, 2001
Energy
As lawmakers plug power holes, consumer groups decry ‘bailout’
CNN.com As California lawmakers work over the weekend to solve the state's power crisis, consumer advocates are calling a proposed stock option…
Jan 27, 2001
Energy
State looks at ‘investing’ in 2 utilities
PG&E files lawsuit against rate limitsSacramento Bee Seeking to eliminate the back-breaking debt California's two major utilities have accumulated, state officials Thursday…
Jan 26, 2001
Energy
CALIFORNIA CONSUMER GROUPS ANGERED OVER ALLEGED PLAN TO MAKE RATEPAYERS OR TAXPAYERS FOOT THE BILL FOR THE SOLUTION
MARKETPLACE Yes, California spent its 11th straight day on high alert for possible rolling blackouts, but this day was different.
Jan 26, 2001
Energy
WALL STREET FIRM’S WEB SITE CALLS BLACKOUTS A TACTIC TO RAISE RATES
INTERNET COMMENTARY SAYS THREAT OF 'THE UNTHINKABLE' WILL GET POLITICIANS TO ACT -- THE SAME COMPANY IS PROVIDING ADVISORS TO HELP HERTZBERG…
Jan 25, 2001
Privacy
City committee will look into campaign finance reform
Irvine World News A campaign finance reform effort that emerged last summer with much controversy resurfaced this week when the City Council…
Jan 25, 2001Wall Street: Blackouts Were Intended to Pressure California Legislature for $Billion Bailout
In a memo sent to its clients, a Wall Street-based global investment banking firm has confirmed suspicions that last week's blackouts were…
Jan 25, 2001Small Consumer Rate Protection Proposed to Restore Regulatory Controls Over Energy System
Consumer Groups, Legislators Introduce "Core/Non-Core" Legislation to Protect Rates for Residential and Small Business Ratepayers
Jan 25, 2001
Insurance
Net auction draws a lot of looks, no offers yet
Bush extends for two weeks orders ensuring surplus powerThe San Diego Union-Tribune California's attempt to beat down power prices through a huge…
Jan 24, 2001
Insurance
Dim prospects for more help Power industry leaders are Bush allies
Sacramento Bee Some of the same power producers who have profited handsomely from California's energy debacle are key contributors to and philosophical…
Jan 24, 2001
Privacy
‘PUC’ Isn’t ‘Pick Up Cash’
San Francisco Chronicle Editorial ONE THING that's worse than a public official enriching himself by engaging in conflicts of interest is a…
Jan 24, 2001