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The Death of a Thousand Cuts

by Andy Caldwell

Dec 17, 2023
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California perfects an ancient form of capital punishment. Source: WikiCommons

California is routinely listed as the least business-friendly state in the union and its legislature is making sure things stay that way. In addition to taxes, fees, and regulations, there is an additional factor that has driven companies out of business or out of state, and …

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