A recent survey shows that Californians want autonomy—what does this mean?
In this episode, Greg talks with Coyote Marin, co-founder and executive director of the Independent California Institute, a nonprofit think tank focused on educating Californians about their relationship with the federal government. Unlike advocacy groups, Coyote’s organization doesn’t push a single path forward—it lays out facts, options, and tradeoffs so Californians can decide for themselves.
Today we’re talking with our friend Coyote Marin, Executive Director of the Independent California Institute, about the new poll they’ve put out with YouGov on California sentiment toward autonomous rule.
Coyote walks us through the polls, including some very interesting small steps that Californians could take toward stronger autonomy that our legislators could get behind, given voter sentiments.
Did you know that California recently passed Japan as the fourth largest economy in the world? It’s true. Even within the US, our state is a powerhouse, comprising 1/7 of the US economy.
In fact, California put $83 billion more into the country in taxes in 2022 than we received in programs and benefits. That’s what we call a donor state.
Add all of that to Washington, D.C. spiraling deeper into fascism every day, and it’s worthwhile asking if the people of California would be better off on their own.
