Is THIS California's Next Governor? Matt Mahan's Bold Plan for the Golden State

In this episode, David Friedberg chats with Matt Mahan about his political journey and civic tech efforts in California. Mahan discusses government inefficiencies, his achievements in San Jose, and legislative motivations. They explore labor unions, political incentives in Sacramento, and issues like homelessness, mental health, and housing affordability. Mahan also tackles the drug crisis, public safety, green energy policies, and challenges with homeowners insurance and public employee retirement liabilities. They examine California's state budget, healthcare, economic inequality, and the political landscape, including Governor Newsom's performance and immigration policy.