On that subject, I remember that day when I received a notice in the mail, directly from Davis, that I ought to pay $200 or $300 more in car tax just because he needs my money.
It was fortunate that he lost the job before my renewal was due. And the new governor cancelled the tax first thing, and mailed everyone to say that if they paid already they have a refund coming.
Schwarzenegger actually reinstated a General Fund subsidy of the VLF. The VLF remains intact at 2% of assessed valuation. You still pay it thought your General Fund contribution.
Those pesky little facts. Ruins a good argument based on blindly, loyal feelings every time.