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We Have a Long Way to Go: Anti-Hillary Clinton Buttons Stir Controversy
Isn't it enough to communicate why a politician's policies or personality bothers? Why has political messaging sunk so low?
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Appearances Matter in Politics, Especially When You're Under Investigation
It takes a certain level of hubris for a politician who is subject to a corruption investigation to hire a politician who pleaded guilty of musing funds and lying to police.
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An Open Letter to San Diego Mayor Bob Filner
The sheer volume of the complaints lodged against you is stunning.
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Millions Wasted on Upgrading Voting Systems
Money California received to upgrade voting systems have been wasted, according to an audit.
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Should Legal Immigrants Be Allowed to Work at Election Polls?
In my book, the majority of people who pass certain eligibility requirements and wish to serve as poll workers should be welcomed and thanked.
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Gay Marriages Will Continue in California -- For Now
The group behind Prop 8 claims that the recent federal ruling on gay marriage in California only applies to two counties.
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No More Special Elections, Please! Here Are 2 Ideas to Avoid Them
The word special makes it sound like there is something to celebrate -- there is not.
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Battle Over CA's Public Records Act Was Actually a Budget Deal
Some of you may have gotten whiplash following the latest kerfuffle over California's Public Records Act.
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Are San Bernardino Recall Efforts Worth the Time and Money?
If some of the officials that are the target of the recall are ousted, they will only leave office a few months earlier.
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Illegal or Immoral? FBI's Look into Legislator Shines Light on Possible Loopholes
It sometimes feels that with every regulation another loophole will arise and be exploited.