Newsom’s redistrict plan clears Legislature, now on its way to California voters this fall
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Many California Democrats are reluctant supporters but say it’s a necessary step to counter gerrymanders in Republican states.
Bay Area
Newsom makes seven judicial appointments in Alameda, San Mateo, Santa Clara counties
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Here's the scoop on Alameda County's newest judges.Elections
Kounalakis becomes latest Democrat to drop run for governor
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Kounalakis was trailing in polling and fundraising in a crowded field of Democrats seeking to replace Governor Newsom.Elections
Newsom wants voters to weigh in on new congressional districts in November
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Newsom says California must respond to a partisan redistricting war set off by President Trump.Elections
Kamala Harris will not run for California governor
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The decision leaves open the possibility that Harris will make another bid for the White House in 2028.California
‘Everything is at stake’: Newsom pushes for redistricting as Texas weighs new GOP maps
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Newsom is exploring multiple options to squeeze more Democratic districts out of the state.California
California Democrats choose progressive Latina as next state Senate leader
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Sen. Monique Limón will be the first woman of color to hold the state Senate leader position.Oakland
Community, politicians give Mayor Barbara Lee ‘Oakland love’ at inaugural celebration
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Lee, 78, will serve out the remainder of Thao’s term and could spend much of her term running to retain the mayor’s office.Elections
Young Democrats offer lessons for their leaders at party convention
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The stakes are high: As California Dems aim to retake the U.S. House in battleground districts next year, young voters could be key to victory.Bay Area
Oakland settles lawsuit alleging candidates in 2022 election allowed to file after deadline
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Lawyer for plaintiff says a lack of election integrity, public accountability, and incompetence and government dysfunction were at the heart of the lawsuit.Bay Area
