At one time, California was the state America looked to for industry leadership.

Over-regulation, over-taxation, and crony politics have changed that status. So, now, manufacturing has left for more business-friendly states like Arizona and Texas, leaving behind service-oriented businesses that are heavily unionized, and favor one Party.

The politics of a state control its direction…Democrats mastered election tactics that get them the support of millions of low-income voters, taking control of California politics.

They do this by convincing poor and low-income voters that they are the party that will help and protect them best…despite overwhelming evidence to the contrary…and the state population is overbalanced with low-income and poor looking for state assistance.

So, it’s no surprise that an entitlement mentality gets Democrats elected. But, policies they put in place actually drive up the cost of living for those who can afford it least.

Breaking the alliance of unionized and poor/low-income majorities is a key necessity.

Republicans need to speak to these voters, but with understandable solutions.

Ranting against ‘Big Government’ won’t resonate…but vowing to make policies that will lower gas prices, or reduce housing costs and electricity bills will be heard, big time.

Lowering the state income tax means little to those who don’t pay them, but reducing a  sales tax on everyday purchases means a great deal to the less fortunate…

…because they are hurt most by sales taxes, high gas prices, and household costs.

California can be saved by converting poor and low-income voters to the Republican party, if the GOP addresses costly problems these besieged citizens must fight.

It’s high time to begin that process.