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Portrait of CalMatters Columnist Dan Walters
Dan Walters,
CalMatters Commentary

Dan Walters has been a journalist for nearly 60 years, spending all but a few of those years working for California newspapers. He has written more than 9,000 columns about the state and its politics and is the founding editor of the “California Political Almanac.” Dan has also been a frequent guest on national television news shows, commenting on California issues and policies.

Stories by Dan Walters

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Fresno Unified is Providing Free Meals During Winter Break

Image of a large protest with a blue hand flag flag raised high stating "Fight Oligarchy." The flag features pictures of Sen. Bernie Sanders and Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez.

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Trump Is Getting Weaker, and the Resistance Is Getting Stronger

White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt speaks during a briefing at the White House in Washington, D.C., U.S., November 12, 2025. (Reuters/Kevin Lamarque)

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Trump Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt Says She’s Expecting Her Second Child

Image of a firefighter on an elevated lift dousing embers at a Ukrainian apartment building hit by Russian drones.

1 day ago

Russian Drones, Missiles Pound Ukraine Ahead of Zelenskiy-Trump Meeting

Image of a blue car buried nose first in mud next to a storage shed and under a tree, The care has a rack, which is holding a ladder, on top.

1 day ago

Heavy Rains, Flash Floods Cake Southern California Homes in Mud

Traders work on the floor at the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) in New York City, U.S., December 8, 2025. (Reuters/Brendan McDermid)

2 days ago

Wall Street Closes Near Record Highs, Precious Metals Rise

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