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Who draws the lines? A big push for independent local redistricting
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While about a dozen new commissions drew maps after the 2020 Census, in many other places, politicians or their appointees did.lgbtq
Will California protect gay marriage in its constitution?
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California's Proposition 8 was struck down in federal court but anti-gay marriage language it introduced remains in the constitution.Bay Area
Feinstein announces retirement; long career praised by politicians from across Bay Area
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The trailblazing US senator forged numerous "firsts" in California politics.California
‘The country is watching’: California homeless crisis looms as Gov. Newsom eyes political future
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Newsom's legacy as governor and path forward in the Democratic Party hinge on his making visible headway on California’s homeless crisis.Bay Area
Family business: Meet the Legacy Caucus in the California Legislature
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What does it mean for lawmaking that one in 10 state lawmakers is related by blood or marriage to other legislators past and present?Bay Area
Rules for thee: How California Legislature skirts its own laws
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After decades of failed unionization efforts, lawmakers may about-face this session and allow their own staffers to organize.climate change
Bills, bills and more bills at California Legislature
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Crime control and climate agendas topped the list of legislators' concerns this week.Elections
Ask voters directly, and abortion rights wins most ballot fights
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Not a surprise if you look at the history of state-level ballot measures related to abortion.gavin newsom
