Monday, June 13, 2011

Jerry Brown Warns of Political War Without Budget Deal

Pressure is mounting on state lawmakers to come to a budget deal. The California State Senate approved a measure that would let local governments seek a wide range of tax hikes at the local level. It's a bargaining chip Democrats hope will persuade Republicans instead to agree to put a statewide measure before voters seeking an extension of the higher sales and vehicle taxes. Aileen Alfandary reports.