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State of Affairs: Sen. Harris stands out in Comey hearing, Gov. Brown's new climate legacy
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Jun 9, 2017
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State of Affairs: Sen. Harris stands out in Comey hearing, Gov. Brown's new climate legacy
California's profile on a domestic and international stage might have gotten two significant boosts this week.
Sen. Kamala Harris, D-Calif., reacts during a Senate Intelligence Committee hearing about the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act, on Capitol Hill, Wednesday, June 7, 2017, in Washington. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)
Sen. Kamala Harris, D-Calif., reacts during a Senate Intelligence Committee hearing about the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act, on Capitol Hill, Wednesday, June 7, 2017, in Washington. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)
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California's profile on a domestic and international stage might have gotten two significant boosts this week.

Today on State of Affairs:

It was the testimony seen around the world: former FBI director James Comey appeared before the Senate Intelligence Committee. 

California's Kamala Harris had some pointed words:

https://youtu.be/PIiLz6x6X2E?t=25s

Also:

  • California Governor Jerry Brown talked climate in China earlier this week — and ended up walking away with a deal of his own.
  • Knock-knock. Who's there? Conservatives. They're going door to door to counter Democratic campaigners. 

Guests:

  • Sherry Bebitch Jeffe, professor of public policy at USC
  • Carla Marinucci, senior editor for Politico's California Playbook

Press the blue play button above to hear the full interview.