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Alexandra Bjerg

Reader Poll: Would turning elections into a lottery boost voter turnout?
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The Los Angeles City Ethics Commission voted on Thursday to recommend the City Council explore the possibility of offering cash prizes to lure voters to the ballot box

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Reader Poll: Your thoughts on tax incentives as economic drivers?
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State and local governments often use tax incentives like those mentioned above to attract or retain existing businesses and create jobs. But is it the best strategy for growth?

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Reader Poll: Brother, can you spare a dime for water infrastructure?
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Are you willing to pay more for your water bill each month if the revenue generated from the rate increase was dedicated to improving the old worn out water system?

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Reader Poll: Spend or save surplus funds?
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During good economic times, state revenues grow. How should California use a state budget surplus?

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The Primary Club: Thoughts on California’s startlingly low June voter turnout
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Pundits, data-miners, reporters…everyone wants to know why statewide turnout on Tuesday was less than the number of registered voters in Los Angeles County alone

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Top Two Primary invites independent voters to the party, too
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Independent voters have long been the Plain Jane of the high school that is American politics, but now they’re invited to the party…without having a party

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