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We have too damn many laws. ... But I just don't have the heart to veto everything that I think is not necessary.

California Gov. Jerry Brown, who has complained about the number of bills sent to him. When he was governor from 1975 to 1983, he vetoed less than 5 percent of bills; while the state's last governor, Arnold Schwarzenegger, struck down more than 25 percent.

California Gov. Jerry Brown, who has complained about the number of bills sent to him. When he was governor from 1975 to 1983, he vetoed less than 5 percent of bills; while the state's last governor, Arnold Schwarzenegger, struck down more than 25 percent.

Caroline Cournoyer is GOVERNING's senior web editor.