Fixing the System: Sixty-five percent of voters surveyed in a Field Poll say they want majority vote on the budget. [Sacramento Bee]
A Study With Teeth: More than 20 percent of California children have never visited a dentist. The study also looks at racial and ethnic disparities. [California Watch]
More Than Just a Rock: We learned last month of legislation that would remove serpentine as the state rock. But there's more to that legislation that just a bunch of symbolism. [Sacramento Bee]
Let's Do the Math on Gas Tax: The OC Register looks at the "gas tax swap." It's why you don't see prices plummet, even when there's a significant drop in the gas tax. [OC Register]
Field Poll on the Props: The poll looks at four of the major propositions on the November ballot. [Calitics]