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Even with these revenues, there's no gravy train in sight.

Calif. Governor Brown spokesman Evan Westrup on the state's unexpected extra $2 billion in tax revenues. Many think this will solve the state's budget problems, but the governor insists that tax hikes are still necessary for long-term financial stability.

Calif. Governor Brown spokesman Evan Westrup on the state's unexpected extra $2 billion in tax revenues. Many think this will solve the state's budget problems, but the governor insists that tax hikes are still necessary for long-term financial stability.

Caroline Cournoyer is GOVERNING's senior web editor.