Capitol Weekly’s Top 100 list is an annual ranking that highlights the most influential, non-elected figures in California politics and government. The list focuses on power brokers, policy experts, lobbyists, consultants, labor leaders, and other key players who shape state policy behind the scenes. 

Read the 2022 ranking here.

Read the 2021 ranking here.

Read the 2019 ranking here.

Read the 2017 ranking here.

Read the 2016 ranking here and here.

Read the 2010 ranking here and here.