THE CALIFORNIA STATE GOVERNMENT: AN INTRODUCTION

The Californian State is governed by a representative/republican system with a framework that defines its structure and functions. At the helm of this structure is the Chief Executive, elected every four years. The {legislative branch|, composed of the Senate and Assembly, is responsible for crafting and passing laws. The judicial system interprets

From its humble beginnings as a vast territory, California embarked on a intriguing journey towards statehood. Encompassing decades of economic upheaval, the path to statehood was characterized by intense arguments and shifting alliances. , In the end California's admission into the Union in 1850 represented a pivotal moment in American history.