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Back to SearchHow California Election Officials are Bracing for Misinformation and Mistrust
Election day is just two weeks away and local officials are bracing for what happens before and after the voting ends. In conservative Shasta County,…
1 year, 6 months ago
The Guardrails That Preserved Democracy Under Trump’s First Presidency Might Not Work The Next Time
In the closing weeks of his campaign, former President Donald Trump has ratcheted up threats that if he wins, he’ll use federal agencies like the FBI…
1 year, 6 months ago
Close All Tabs: Couch F***** Memes vs The Truth
In this episode of Close All Tabs, host Morgan Sung dives into the world of viral political memes with TechCrunch senior writer Amanda Silberling, un…
1 year, 6 months ago
Former Mayor Libby Schaaf Endorses Recall of Oakland Mayor Sheng Thao
With the election less than three weeks away, the temperature is rising, the attacks are escalating and the candidates are making last minute moves w…
1 year, 6 months ago
Meet the Candidates in One of California’s Toss-Up House Races
Political Breakdown continues their series examining the key California congressional races that could determine which party controls the House of Re…
1 year, 6 months ago
Oakland Mayor Sheng Thao Makes Her Case Against A Recall
Oakland Mayor Sheng Thao is facing a recall less than two years after taking office. Her critics say the city is out of control with crime, homelessn…
1 year, 6 months ago
Riverside Rematch Will Help Decide Which Party Controls the House
Political Breakdown continues their tour of California's key congressional districts that could determine the balance of power in Congress next year.…
1 year, 7 months ago
Close All Tabs: From the Dean Scream to Brat Memes
Welcome to Close All Tabs, a special KQED podcast series exploring the intersection of internet culture and politics. In this first episode, host Mor…
1 year, 7 months ago
Prop. 36: A Return to Failed Crime Policies or a Necessary Tweak?
Proposition 36 on the statewide ballot would roll back some of the criminal justice reforms voters passed a decade ago and make it easier to increase…
1 year, 7 months ago
Criminal Justice Reform Is on the Ballot in the LA District Attorney Race
Los Angeles County District Attorney George Gascón has been a lightning rod for criticism since he was sworn into office in December 2020. The former…
1 year, 7 months ago