My Cancellation Only Proves My Point about California’s Illiberalism

Every year, the Valley Industry & Commerce Association, a Los Angeles chamber-of-commerce group, hosts “VICApalooza,” a fun- and fact-filled conference about the state of the economy. Among the “nationally recognized speakers” would have been me — Will Swaim! — serving in a minor role, on a panel discussing November 5’s statewide ballot initiatives.

Invited a month ago, I was looking forward to a reasoned debate today with my co-panelists, including state Democratic Party chairman Rusty Hicks. Multiple emails and prep calls ensued.

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Will Swaim

Will Swaim is the CEO of the California Policy Center and, with David L. Bahnsen, a co-host of National Review’s Radio Free California podcast.

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Every year, the Valley Industry & Commerce Association, a Los Angeles chamber-of-commerce group, hosts “VICApalooza,” a fun- and fact-filled conference about the state of the economy. Among the “nationally recognized speakers” would have been me — Will Swaim! — serving in a minor role, on a panel discussing November 5’s statewide ballot initiatives.

Invited a month ago, I was looking forward to a reasoned debate today with my co-panelists, including state Democratic Party chairman Rusty Hicks. Multiple emails and prep calls ensued.