Jim Cunneen

Jim Cunneen is Principal w/California Strategies, a bipartisan public affairs firm. Former Assemblyman, high-tech exec, CEO SJSV Chamber of Commerce

[Fareed Zakaria @FareedZakaria]

California is one of the most dynamic places on the planet.

But it is a case study in how a rich society can spend more and more while producing less and less of what its ordinary citizens need.

My take:

[CALSTRAT @Calstrat1]

California Strategies’ @MarshallAndersn is recognized as a 2026 @SDbusiness “40 Next Top Business Leaders Under 40” Finalist!

The recognition Highlights Marshall's Leadership in Public Affairs, Economic Development, and Community Engagement Across the San Diego Region.

The annual program honors emerging leaders who are making significant contributions to their organizations, industries, and communities.

Since joining California Strategies, Marshall has become a trusted advisor to clients throughout the San Diego region, providing strategic counsel on public affairs, land use and development, economic development, public policy, and campaign strategy.
His extensive experience spans local government, nonprofit leadership, business advocacy, and political campaigns.

Join us in congratulating Marshall for this well-deserved recognition! #sandiego #leader #community #politics https://t.co/XuMDn1rXHf

[Jim Cunneen @Cunneenmachine]

https://t.co/MOaAo1KfkW

[Jim Cunneen @Cunneenmachine]

@FlashReport ⚽️

[Jim Cunneen @Cunneenmachine]

@FlashReport @tabberg @XavierBecerra Pragmatism…I agree with Dan Walters— Becerra will be a workhorse, not a showhorse - an improvement over Gavin. “Becerra’s governorship will probably resemble that of Brown’s second stint, dealing with real issues rather than grandstanding. That would be a fine model to emulate.”

[Jack Pitney @jpitney]

2,073 measles cases and counting. Soon we'll exceed all of 2025. And measles could be showing up at World Cup matches. RFK Jr. spent years spreading the lie that vaccines cause autism. The result isn't healthier children. It's the return of a disease America had once eliminated.

[Bill Kristol @BillKristol]

"This Sunday night’s UFC spectacle on the South Lawn...captures something about this moment in our history.

It's vulgar, violent, commercial, grandiose, tacky, and it dishonors a place once thought worthy of care and respect. In other words, it’s Donald Trump."

https://t.co/YSuFldfj70

[Mayor Matt Mahan @MattMahanSJ]

This morning, we joined the @SJEarthquakes and @bayareaHC to kick off the Official Soccer Celebration! Rumor has it, our cheers for Mexico's opening match against South Africa were heard around the Bay.

While we might speak different languages, cheer for different teams, wear different jerseys — for ninety minutes, we share the same language: the game.

That’s the power of soccer. It turns strangers into neighbors. It turns streets and plazas into living rooms. It reminds us that pride in where we come from and pride in where we live can exist in the same heart.

Join us next time at San Pedro Square, or at watch parties all throughout the city. Find more information here: https://t.co/tSPNHuyTwz

[CALSTRAT @Calstrat1]

California Strategies Partner @lgritzner Moderates a Fireside Chat with LA County Supervisor @kathrynbarger at VICA’s @VICASFValley 2026 LA County Officeholders Breakfast.

The discussion explored the opportunities and challenges facing Los Angeles County, including the Olympics, economic development, public safety, community fire recovery efforts, and the County’s long-term outlook.

We’re proud to support VICA’s events like the LA County Officeholders Breakfast which helps facilitate meaningful conversations between policymakers and the business community.

We’re also thankful VICA continues to bring together business, civic, and government leaders for a thoughtful conversation on the issues shaping the region’s future. #LACounty #Leader #Community https://t.co/qXzYXRhXjG

[Garry South @GarrySouth]

My take in the LA Times on why Steyer and so many other rich candidates have failed. I’ve seen this movie before.

https://t.co/CElTJ090bo

[Jim Cunneen @Cunneenmachine]

@FlashReport @WomenInTheBurbs Is it such a shock that two liberal advance in a liberal city? Agree a faster count can be achieved.

[Mike Murphy @murphymike]

I think a big reason Trump and the MAGA nut-o-sphere are such big marks for dumbass “stole the election” conspiracy theories is just projection: they think they would steal it so that must be what is happening. And doing the actual math makes brain hurt bad!

[Steve Glazer @Steve_Glazer]

“The spending has grown, employees have grown, salaries have increased. They should have made these hard choices that would, in turn, build public trust . .“

This politician wants transit leaders to tighten their belts https://t.co/bmFzo5AfgH via @politico

[Jim Cunneen @Cunneenmachine]

Unhinged

[David French @DavidAFrench]

This is unhinged. If a family member behaved this way, you'd worry about them. If a CEO behaved like this, the board would meet. He's living in an alternate reality and furious when a person won't indulge his fantasies.

[Mike Madrid @madrid_mike]

The schtick is old. He’s a feeble unhealthy old man and the country is over it. He can barely stand up without help.

[Steve Glazer @Steve_Glazer]

Profoundly true.

[Steve Glazer @Steve_Glazer]

Spot on: “ . . it would be nice to have the incoming leaders of the world’s fourth-largest economy be willing to acknowledge that — gasp! — California can’t have nice things without a functional insurance market. “ https://t.co/sX0hyk0hVA via @sfchronicle @emily_hoeven

[Jim Cunneen @Cunneenmachine]

@DanielMorain @Elex_Michaelson @bennyjohnson So do you which is why so many of us follow you too.

[Jim Cunneen @Cunneenmachine]

@merrittfarren @MattMahanSJ @Steve_Glazer You did, and I was proud to cast my vote for you as well.

[Jim Cunneen @Cunneenmachine]

A lot of those people came together last night to celebrate @MattMahanSJ positive message that we can make progress even on the toughest challenges. @Steve_Glazer and I were proud to join you and your great team!

[Mayor Matt Mahan @MattMahanSJ]

An amazing part of this campaign is all the people I meet on the trail, in every corner of California — from Imperial Beach to Oakland to the Pacific Palisades.

Every Californian’s story is unique, but at the end of the day, we all want the same thing: a government that gets the job done for our families.

Let’s vote for that California by 8 pm tonight: https://t.co/DPqmhd98ul