Brianna Lee
I build relationships with people who have a stake in our reporting, and find creative new ways to reach our audiences. As part of our Civics & Democracy team, I focus on making local government and elections accessible, and highlighting all the ways people can flex their individual power to make change in their communities. If you've ever used Voter Game Plan to help fill out your ballot, chances are you've used a guide that I wrote (especially if it's for an obscure, down-ballot office).
Previously, I spent four years as our newsroom’s social media lead, spearheading social strategy and engaging audiences on our digital platforms. I love comics and zines, and am always looking for ways to incorporate them into our journalism.
Before working here, I wrote about immigration and international affairs for the International Business Times, Council on Foreign Relations and WNET in New York City. I’m originally from San Francisco, but am not really into the whole NorCal vs. SoCal thing.
I love all of the Asian food in Los Angeles. All of it.
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This measure on the Nov. 4, 2025, California ballot is part of a larger battle for control of the U.S. House of Representatives next year. -
Over $17 million has already been raised to support and oppose Prop. 50, California’s congressional redistricting measure. We fill you in on how to track the money ahead of the special election on Nov. 4. -
The state Assembly passed the measure 57 to 20, with the Senate voting on a party-line vote of 30-8. -
Here's a breakdown of the political battle in Texas and California’s response, all of which affects the power of your vote and who represents you. -
Fewer than 8,000 people across the entire city, with a population of 4 million, turned out to vote. -
Participants told us they were more prepared to vote in local races and more likely to vote after these workshops. The wheels in our heads have been turning ever since. -
Use our calculator to see how your money breaks down in the new city budget. -
They’ve been used in cities across Europe. Some groups are now trying to make them happen in L.A. -
The special election was controversial because it overrode the board’s appointment to the seat. -
The $10.8 billion spending plan cuts vacant jobs and boosts funding for liability claims.
