This state has been run into the ground by those in charge. This is a dem state and they are responsible no matter how you spin it. Now with that said, there are plenty of other states that are in Rep hands that have done the same thing so they are no better in most instances.
It is only govern that can dig themselves into a huge hole and think they can dig twice as fast to get out of it. If we grew to fast and spent to much we need to stop spending and adjust to balance the books. Cut back. If my business was in the red, I would cut costs and find a way to be profitable. Once there I would start trying to build again and grow(at a slower pace if needed). I dont have the option to just raise taxes, pass bills and take more from people though. O' if only I have the IRS to go after those that dont pay their bill.