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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Alex Padilla (D), who was appointed to Kamala Harris' seat when she became vice president, faces Mark Meuser (R) twice on the Nov. 8 ballot. -
Think of the community college boards of trustees as school boards that govern community colleges instead of K-12 schools. -
There are 17 congressional districts covering L.A. County alone, each with its own representative serving in Washington D.C.
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Last year, the state legislature eliminated single-family zoning and created a reparations task force. There are 24 Assembly seats up for grabs in L.A. County on the Nov. 8 ballot. -
The insurance commissioner’s job is to make sure insurance companies treat consumers fairly. Incumbent Ricardo Lara, a Democrat, is running for reelection against Republican Robert Howell.
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Think of the city attorney as the head of a really, really big law firm representing L.A. as its client.
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Say hello to the top political office in the state. California Governor Gavin Newson, a Democrat, is running for reelection against Republican Brian Dahle.
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Evaluating judicial candidates is notoriously hard, but there are a few pieces of information you can look at to help with your decision. -
There are 88 cities in L.A. County. You only vote for L.A. mayor if you live in the city of L.A. -
L.A. parking rules are confusing (and enraging). This guide will help.
