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Civics & Democracy
LAist’s coverage of civic life and citizen issues in Southern California. We cover elections, examine who gets listened to and why, and provide a guide for anyone who wants to more fully participate in civic life.
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Labor Secretary Lori Chavez-DeRemer becomes the third cabinet departure of President Donald Trump's second term.Listen 3:25
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The Constitutional Rights Foundation, Orange County gave the award to a key figure in the long-running “snitch scandal” for his volunteer work with mock trial students.Listen 0:45
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Progressive former state Controller Betty Yee said she is dropping out amid faltering polling and poor fundraising.
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California security guards earn low pay and have dangerous jobs. Legislative Democrats are pressuring companies to unionize.
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Bruno Mars tickets running for $2,000 and ones for SZA costing $600 caught California lawmakers' attention. They're advancing two bills targeting the resale market.
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A coalition of Asian American, Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander groups are bringing candidates directly to one of California’s fastest-growing voter bases on Saturday.
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Even with Rep. Eric Swalwell’s downfall, California Democrats face a glut of gubernatorial options. Party heavyweights won’t save the day.
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Lawmakers have been in a stalemate for over 60 days about funding the entire department.
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Davenport, who has been on leave since October, has faced criticism over the controversial payout which was initially kept out of public view.
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A California lawmaker wants more parents in the state's formal child support system, but her plan has some concerned that it could affect family dynamics.
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The Los Angeles mayoral candidate and tech entrepreneur covered topics ranging from homelessness to building permits.Listen 26:14
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Here’s what happened and what it means for the June 2 statewide primary and the future of Swalwell’s congressional seat.
