One-party supermajority. Union-funded campaigns. Gerrymandered maps. And 13 years without accountability.
Democrats hold supermajorities in both chambers, the governorship, and every statewide office
California is one of eight states where a single party holds a veto-proof supermajority in both chambers. Democrats have held this power continuously since 2012 -- over 13 years.
A supermajority means Republicans cannot block any legislation, any budget item, any constitutional amendment referral, or any tax increase. The minority party is functionally irrelevant to governance.
Voter registration as of February 2025: 45.3% Democrat, 24.1% No Party Preference, and declining Republican registration. In many districts, the only competitive election is the Democratic primary.
Can pass any budget without a single Republican vote. Spending has nearly doubled since supermajority was achieved.
Can raise taxes with a 2/3 vote -- which they have. Gas tax increases, income tax hikes, new fees -- all passed on party-line votes.
Can place constitutional amendments on the ballot without any Republican support. Can change the rules of the game unilaterally.
In 11 Assembly races in 2024, two Democrats faced each other. The general election was decided before November.