[andyk]

But some say the state needs to offer regular raises and six-figure salaries to attract talented and skilled employees for key jobs.

If they were actually doing that, it'd be one thing. However, my experience with state and federal employees has only done one thing for me: reinforce the peter principle.

[EagleUSA]

However, my experience with state and federal employees has only done one thing for me: reinforce the peter principle.
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Well, we, as California taxpayers, are certainly getting a better return on our invested tax dollars on these state employees as compared to the $10 BILLION a year for illegal aliens. If this state is interested in saving money, let's go after the BIG low-hanging fruit first.