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Combining services the focus of Fremont restructuring workshop

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By: Megan Goldsby

June 28, 2011

Collaboration was the word of the day at a Monday meeting of Alameda leaders who gathered to weigh in on how California Forward’s proposed realignment plan could work within the East Bay county. Many in the group of around 30 had attended a workshop on this topic in the past and were now back to focus in on specifically how the plan could be implemented.

After CA’s first ever Deliberative Poll, participants want to be more involved

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By: Agustin Gurza

June 28, 2011

Dubbed “The Fabulous 400” by Deliberative Poll project co-chair David Davenport, participants of the survey project wrapped up nearly three days of discussions Sunday afternoon in Torrance and headed back to their respective homes; tired but inspired.

Holistic solutions in real-world restructuring simulation

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By: Megan Goldsby

June 27, 2011

Creating holistic approaches, taxing the Internet, and constructing vibrant cities – those are just some ideas that a group of Santa Clara County leaders say could become reality through cohesive government restructuring.

At Fresno redistricting hearing, some express fears of diluted representation

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By: Felicia Matlosz

June 24, 2011

More than 150 people packed a hearing in Fresno on Thursday to dissect proposed boundaries for California’s congressional and state legislative districts. Many speakers expressed concerns about mismatched mergers and diluted representation.

It’s up to you: Making direct democracy more deliberative

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By: James Fishkin

June 23, 2011

This weekend, California Forward will co-sponsor an unprecedented effort in the state to bring voters together and delve into the issues plaguing our state in the first ever California Deliberative Poll. Poll creator James Fishkin discusses why it’s so critical to the state’s future.

PPIC Analysis finds no evidence of gerrymandering so far in redistricting process

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By: John Guenther

June 14, 2011

The Public Policy Institute of California has released a fact sheet on the CA Citizens Redistricting Commission’s recently released draft redistricting maps.

CA Fwd dialogue on government restructuring to air on CTV throughout June

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By: John Guenther

June 14, 2011

Throughout the month of June, Community Television of Santa Cruz County is airing a special CA Fwd dialogue on state government restructuring.

California Redistricting–The People Win

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By: Ed Coghlan

June 13, 2011

The California Redistricting Commission released its draft report on Friday showing the newly drawn Congressional and legislative districts. Judging by the howling that is coming from all corners, including many officeholders, it looks like the Citizens Commission has done a great job.

CA Legislature still wrangling over budget, but everyday Californians able to reach a balance

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By: Gina Baleria

June 13, 2011

The California Senate has voted down a plan to extend existing tax hikes for a year, based on united Republican opposition. This, as the deadline to pass a balanced budget moves ever closer. It is now just two days away on June 15.

Democracy

Combining services the focus of Fremont restructuring workshop

After CA’s first ever Deliberative Poll, participants want to be more involved

Holistic solutions in real-world restructuring simulation

At Fresno redistricting hearing, some express fears of diluted representation

It’s up to you: Making direct democracy more deliberative

PPIC Analysis finds no evidence of gerrymandering so far in redistricting process

CA Fwd dialogue on government restructuring to air on CTV throughout June

California Redistricting–The People Win

CA Legislature still wrangling over budget, but everyday Californians able to reach a balance

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