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Treasurer Lockyer Comments on His Reelection
11/04/10
State Treasurer Bill Lockyer says he's honored voters entrusted him with the job, and taxpayers' money, for another four years.
Santa Rosa Press Democrat Backs Lockyer, Citing His Independence, Maturity and ‘Outstanding’ Job Performance
11/01/10
"... the designated grown-up in Sacramento ... outstanding job of maintaining demand for California bonds even at the depths of the state's fiscal crisis ... strong advocate for ending the cozy relationships between CalPERS and companies seeking pension money."
I’ll Continue to Push Wall Street to End Discrimination Against Taxpayers, Lockyer Tells Bond Buyer
10/29/10
State Treasurer Bill Lockyer said that if he wins reelection he will continue his fight to end Wall Street rating agencies' discrimination against taxpayers.
Mercury News Endorses Lockyer, Says He Has ‘Really Shone’ As Treasurer
10/20/10
"Lockyer is the right choice for voters, perhaps now more than ever ... he handled investments prudently, standing up to Wall Street and gaining decent returns for California at a time when some other states were coming up short."
Treasurer Lockyer Hits Texas Oil Firms Bankrolling Prop. 23
10/18/10
State Treasurer Bill Lockyer urged public pension funds to fight Texas oil companies trying to sidetrack California's landmark law to fight global warming.
Lockyer, Administration Unveil $169 Million Program to Boost Small Business Lending
10/08/10
The State Treasurer's Office will team with the Governor's Office of Economic Development to administer $169 million in federal funds to help California small businesses obtain financing.
‘Composure, Maturity and Reason’—Bakersfield Californian Endorses Lockyer
10/08/10
"Bill Lockyer ... has been a voice for compromise in Sacramento ... Lockyer's grasp of the realities of the situation makes him the more attractive candidate, and his reputation for straight talk is refreshing."
LA Times Endorses Lockyer, Calling Him ‘Exactly Right’ Person for Job
10/08/10
"Lockyer turned out to be exactly the right person to have in charge of the state's investments ... He showed creativity and good judgment in a series of moves to protect the state from Wall Street and from itself."
Lockyer Endorsed by Oakland Tribune, Contra Costa Times, Two Other Bay Area Papers
10/05/10
"Bill Lockyer has held the job for the last four years and has done an admirable job during one of the worst economic climates in state history."
Fresno Bee Says Voters Should Reelect Lockyer
10/04/10
"Treasurer Bill Lockyer has run the state treasurer's office with a steady hand during this tumultuous economic period, and deserves reelection to another four-year term."