Democracy

CA Fwd showed how to make progress in divisive year of politics
 580 190 Ed Coghlan
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2016 successes in transparency and accountability show potential for gains in 2017

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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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