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The vote count, explained. Our Voter Game Plan team answers questions from readers like you.
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The need for affordable housing in L.A. continues to far exceed the number of vouchers available to low-income renters.
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A step-by-step guide that explains what taxes may be owed on student loan forgiveness if you live in California.
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The debate around student loan repayment in the United States often focuses on individual responsibility, but student loan debt didn't grow to $1.75 trillion without federal and state policy.
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