An attempt by Gov. Gavin Newsom and his allies to negotiate a deal to keep a proposed union-backed wealth tax off the November ballot came up short
Grace Hase is a Santa Clara County and Santa Clara Reporter at The Mercury News. She focuses on elections, government, politics, and public policy, bringing a keen insight into regional interest and world news, particularly within the context of the Bay Area. Grace's work has been featured in various publications, including the Santa Cruz Sentinel and The Sacramento Bee, among others.












