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Tech Leaders Unite Against California's Leftist Agenda

3/6/2026

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A coalition of technology professionals and moderate Democrats is mobilizing against California's perceived leftist agenda.
At a Mountain View event, San Jose Mayor Matt Mahan pledged to take back the state from unions.
Ripple chairman Chris Larsen criticized union-backed taxes.
The nonprofit Garry’s List was formed to support centrist candidates and counter union influence.
Other tech leaders are funding political initiatives to push tax reform and development, collectively raising millions.

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A coalition of technology professionals and moderate Democrats is mobilizing against California's perceived leftist agenda.
At a Mountain View event, San Jose Mayor Matt Mahan pledged to take back the state from unions.
Ripple chairman Chris Larsen criticized union-backed taxes.
The nonprofit Garry’s List was formed to support centrist candidates and counter union influence.
Other tech leaders are funding political initiatives to push tax reform and development, collectively raising millions.