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Mayoral Candidates Share Visions for Sacramento’s Creative Economy

By Marie-Elena Schembri Sacramento’s mayoral candidates presented their visions for the city’s creative economy at a two-part “Meet the Candidates for Mayor” Creative Economy meeting...

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General Election’s 11-Day Vote Center Locations Open

Vote Centers in 18 convenient locations throughout Sacramento County opened Oct. 26 for the Nov. 5, 2024 Presidential General Election.

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All Aboard Campaign Whistlestop

The Rancho Cordova Chamber of Commerce, with the Cordova Community Council, hosted the second 2024 Campaign Whistlestop Luncheon as a platform for candidates vying for local office. Original article published at Rancho Cordova Independent

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It’s Election Season – Make Plan to Vote

We are days away from the Nov. 5 General Election and ballots should be in hand (and hopefully already filled out and on their way back to the Elections Office, either by mail or Drop Box).

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Proposition Confusion: Rent Control, Affordable Housing and AIDS Drugs Intertwine in Propositions 33 and 34

By Ken Magri By the middle of October Californians start feeling the agony of frequent mailers and political advertisements for ballot propositions. But even the...

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Race for Local Assembly Seat Enters Final Stretch in Folsom Region

Hoover, Middleton make final push for District 7 as ballots arrive in mail

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Essay: Vote With the League of Women Voters – A Guide to the Organization’s Views on Upcoming Ballot Measures

The League of Women Voters of Sacramento County, in accord with the state and national organizations, shares a single-minded mission – Making Democracy Work! LWVSC...

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The Attack on the Popular Vote

In more than 30 states, it’s harder than ever to vote this year. But in California, it’s never been easier.

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Folsom Police Foundation Votes to Support Folsom Measure G

At its Wednesday meeting, the Folsom Police Foundation voted to support Folsom’s Measure G on the November ballot. When passed, Measure G will provide critical funding to enhance public safety, reduce crime, and provide essential resources to enhance public safety …

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Candidate Convos: Folsom Council Candidates Answer Questions From Community

The 2024 election is just over a month away, with mail-in ballots expected to go out on October 7. As Election Day nears, six candidates are busy campaigning for two open seats on the Folsom City Council, one in Districts …

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Candidate Convos: Dustin Silva, Candidate for Folsom City Council Dist. 2

Dustin Silva is one of the six candidates running for a seat on the Folsom City Council this November, campaigning for the second district. As part of an effort to provide balanced and unbiased insight into each candidate, Folsom Times …

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Candidate Convos: Gul Kahn, Candidate for Folsom City Council Dist. 4

Gul Kahn is one of six candidates running for a seat on the Folsom City Council this November, campaigning for the fourth district. As part of an effort to provide balanced and unbiased insight into each candidate, Folsom Times compiled …

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Candidate Convos: Jim Ortega, Candidate for Folsom City Council Dist. 4

Jim Ortega is one of six candidates running for a seat on the Folsom City Council this November, campaigning for the fourth district. As part of an effort to provide balanced and unbiased insight into each candidate, Folsom Times compiled …

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Candidate Convos: Barbara Leary, Candidate for Folsom City Council Dist. 4

Barbara Leary is one of six candidates running for a seat on the Folsom City Council this November, campaigning for the fourth district. As part of an effort to provide balanced and unbiased insight into each candidate, Folsom Times compiled …

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California cities switch to more inclusive, district-based elections system.
Voting Rights...the Final Frontier
Pushed by activists, cities move from at-large elections to district races.
There are more than 300 community service districts in California.
Community Services Districts, Explained
Areas that the county overlooks can form their own local governments.
California continues to work on legislation that would make voting easier.
Voting Rites
And more bills are on the way to help you make your mark on Election Day.
The cycle of crime and homelessness is escalating, but it doesn't have to be that way.
Homelessness and Crime in California: Even More Complex Than You Think
What causes the cycle of homelessness and crime, and how to stop it.
The California Supreme Court has defined the state’s legal and political agenda for more than 170 years.
How the California Supreme Court Blazes Legal Trails
From its beginnings in the Gold Rush, the state Supreme Court continues to define the state today.
Translated from the Greek, “Democracy” means “people power.” How much power do the people have in California?
People Power! What Is Democracy, and How Does It Work in California?
The Goddess of Democracy is alive and well in California, but that hasn’t always been true.
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