Elections

Project aims to help prevent Californians from violating political ethics rules
 610 200 Amber Nelson
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State political watchdog enforces rules hundreds of times a year but reform project looks to help reduce those violations

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California early voting showed appeal
 483 158 Ed Coghlan
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While thousands waited hours to vote early this year, expanded early voting options in future California elections will require more funding

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Can this presidential election actually energize political reform?
 610 203 Ed Coghlan
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With a highly polarized political environment nationally, the time is right for reform to break gridlock at the state level.

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California Constitution scholar focused “fresh eyes” on reform of state’s political ethics law
 610 200 Amber Nelson
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Committed to studying California’s lengthy constitution, David Carrillo proved to be ideal partner in new reform project

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California should invest in the infrastructure of democracy — elections
 610 200 Jim Mayer and Caitlin Maple
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Fortunately the operations and funding of California’s elections are finally getting some serious attention

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Simplifying California’s political ethics law could even the playing field
 610 200 Amber Nelson
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Project should help local candidates trying to navigate complex Political Reform Act say campaign consultants

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California Legislative Wrap-up: Moving transparency and accountability forward
 610 200 Caitlin Maple
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CA Fwd lays out how the cause of encouraging elected officials to be more responsive and accountable took steps forward this year

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Vision for more inclusive, responsive democracy remains a Common Cause
 600 200 Karen Hobert Flynn
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Partner in the 50 State Solution project works to limit influence of money in politics, expand and secure voting access.

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