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Recommended by Jon Fleischman

An independent news creator. I call balls and strikes no matter what uniform the batter at the plate is wearing. Fair and fearless. Not owned by a billionaire or a massive media conglomerate.

It’s easy to recommend Chris. No one has figured out how to maximize Substack with political content more than he has. I love his insights, but it’s definitely not for you. If you can’t handle people that are critical of the president. I read it all.

- Jon Fleischman

The Parent Empowerment Newsletter

By Philip P. Stemler

A twice-monthly(ish) discussion on the issues facing our public schools and communities.

A lot of brilliant stuff here from my friend Phil Stemler. Especially for those in the Newport Mesa Unified School District.

- Jon Fleischman

Wide World of News

By Mark Halperin

All the latest news, analysis, and links on politics, America, and the world.

Mark is insightful, wise and (some would say) funny. He’s really bringing timely insights to the fore, both in his own right, and through the guests he brings onto his programs.

- Jon Fleischman

Energy Talking Points by Alex Epstein

Powerful, concise, well-referenced talking points on energy issues

Alex has forgotten more than most will ever know about common sense energy policy, and no one debunks the climate alarmism myths better. I refer to his stuff in my writings on California politics and policy.

- Jon Fleischman

Bruce Mehlman's Age of Disruption

This newsletter offers (1) quarterly analyses of trends in politics & policy, (2) six interesting charts from the week each Sunday morning & (3) invitations to live events with new authors & leaders.

Interesting stuff here - and charts! Lots of charts.

- Jon Fleischman

Reasonable Arguments®

Jennifer Bash is not your typical political commentator—mostly because she never set out to be one.

Great insights here. Especially for my friends interesting in Florida policy and politics, with some national stuff sprinkled in.

- Jon Fleischman

Renew the Republic

By Frank DiStefano

Renew the Republic is a publication by Frank J. DiStefano about ideas and reinventing America.

Jim Lacy’s Notes from Taxifornia

By James Lacy

Expression

By theFIREorg

The stories that shape free speech in America, brought to you by the Foundation for Individual Rights and Expression (FIRE).

There are many defenders of the First Amendment out there. None as passionate and as principled as FIRE.

- Jon Fleischman

John’s Newsletter

By John Seiler

U.S., California politics and other stuff

A good friend for a long time, John has been writing editorials for the Orange County Register forever, with a brief intermission in there somewhere. His writings are always insightful, and sometimes inciteful (I think I made that word up!).

- Jon Fleischman

Data, Politics, and the Future

By Christopher S Wilson

Unlock insights at the intersection of data, technology, and strategy. I explore how data is transforming campaigns, businesses, and decision-making. Subscribe for practical, forward-thinking analysis you can use to stay ahead.

Thomas Del Beccaro

Host: Del Beccaro & Hook, Author of The Lessons of the American Civilization & The Divided Era - TV/Radio Personality/Columnist - http://Foxnews.com, Newsmax

My longtime friend Tom brings insightful analysis and historical context to today’s politics. He’s a former Chairman of the California Republican Party.

- Jon Fleischman

California and Beyond

By Joel Fox

California politics and policy and issues that move me beyond

Joel is the former President of the Howard Jarvis Taxpayer Association. He has a lot of great insights.

- Jon Fleischman

California Mainstream

By Loren Kaye

A newsletter about the intersection of California public policy and politics, how they promote or hinder growth and opportunity, and how we can do better -- plus other cool stuff.

I respect Loren’s deep insights into California public policy. I have known him for decades and his writings inform my own!

- Jon Fleischman

The Intersection

By Patrick Ruffini

Exploring the intersection of politics & data with Patrick Ruffini

Political Questions

By Steven F. Hayward

Where Steven Hayward, Max Cossack, 'Ammo Grrrll,' John Yoo, Anthony (who Hates Mayo) Lucido, Lloyd Billingsley, "Lucretia," and other contributors explore topics in political philosophy and popular culture, usually over a glass of quality single-malt.

PragerU

Official PragerU account.

PragerU is amazing, and shares so much VALUES based content. It should definitely be on your list!

- Jon Fleischman

Just Kira Davis

Thoughts on culture, politics, and faith

A fellow Californian, Kira will insight and invite with her observations. Def with the follow.

- Jon Fleischman

On California by David Crane

Writings about California governance and public policy

David makes too much sense. He’s forgotten more about pension reform than I will ever know.

- Jon Fleischman

Erick Erickson's Show Notes

By Erick-Woods Erickson

Erick Erickson's writings about the intersection of life, politics, and faith in a divided America.

A friend of many years, Erick is a gifted radio show host. And isn’t afraid to call balls and strikes.

- Jon Fleischman

LadyLibertarian

Anchor Change with Katie Harbath

Your inside guide to technology and democracy—rooted in a decade leading global election work at Facebook and now helping leaders navigate the choices shaping our future.

My friend Katie is in a league of her own. She writes about so much that I don’t even begin to understand, since she’s deep into AI, and self actualization. But you know I take something away from pretty much every newsletter she sends. Often sharing insights or links with my own readers.

- Jon Fleischman

The California Brief

By Rob Lapsley

Insights on California’s economic and policy agenda from California Business Roundtable President Rob Lapsley

State Freedom Caucus Network

By Andy Roth

Building on the success of the House Freedom Caucus (HFC), the SFCN helps establish state freedom caucuses. By subscribing to this substack, you'll get up-to-date news and information about what our states are doing.

Liberty doesn’t just happen, you have to work for it. State Freedom Caucus Networks represent the front lines for this kind of activism in our state legislatures.

- Jon Fleischman