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The Antidote to Trump’s Emergent White Nationalism

Bill Boyarsky / Truthdig Aug 28, 2018 A new book helps explain California’s role as a bulwark against the president’s anti-immigration policies. Dig deeper ( 4 Min. Read )

America’s Future Depends on California’s Election Integrity

Mimi Kennedy / Truthdig Aug 20, 2018 Despite efforts to make the state’s voting system sound, there are pressing problems, which, should they persist, will have a disastrous impact on the state and the nation. Dig deeper ( 4 Min. Read )

At Least 12 States Will Sue to Block a Census Question on Citizenship Status

Emily Wells / Truthdig Mar 29, 2018 “The census is supposed to count everyone,” says Attorney General Maura Healey of Massachusetts. “This is a blatant and illegal attempt by the Trump administration to undermine that goal.” Dig deeper ( 3 Min. Read )

Numerous States Reject the Administration’s Demand for Voter Data

By Andrea Germanos / Common Dreams Jul 1, 2017 A request for sensitive voter information by the Presidential Advisory Commission on Election Integrity is causing a backlash from civil rights advocacy groups, governors and state secretaries. (Pictured, a 2014 march for voter protections.) Dig deeper ( 3 Min. Read )

California Primary Election: GOP Gets a Leg Up, Dems Face Close Race for Waxman’s Seat

Staff / Truthdig Jun 4, 2014 Just half an hour after the polls closed in California on Tuesday night, Gov. Jerry Brown was so sure of his status as the clear leader in the Golden State's gubernatorial sweepstakes that he made a victory speech at the governor's mansion. Those vying for Rep. Henry Waxman's seat, however, weren't granted that kind of confidence. Dig deeper ( 2 Min. Read )

Big Business Rewards California Democrats for Passing Model ALEC Legislation

Bill Boyarsky / Truthdig Mar 27, 2014 It may be “the most anti-consumer bill ever introduced in California," and it was approved and signed into law by Democrats. Dig deeper ( 6 Min. Read )