MORE ON: California reform

Daily Report: Money and Politics

Critics question diversity of redistricting panel

December 14, 2010, 12:05 AM
Not enough Latinos, no Angelenos and no one from the Central Valley. These have been among the criticisms of California's first-ever Citizens Redistricting Commission. When the commission votes on its final six members, as is expected tomorrow, will diversity still be an issue? ... + read more
Daily Report: Money and Politics

California's gubernatorial candidates should read these books

September 15, 2010, 12:06 AM
If they really intend to tackle California's problems at their roots, our gubernatorial candidates (and any others seeking public office) should read these recently published books. They should provide a helpful antidote to anyone tempted to put forward simplistic solutions to California's... + read more
Daily Report: Money and Politics

Thousands of redistricting commission applicants balk at extra work

March 29, 2010, 12:03 AM
Turns out the enthusiasm of thousands of Californians who said they wanted to participate in the yet-to-be-constituted Citizens Redistricting Commission doesn't extend to having to do the work of describing why they're qualified for the post.  In an earlier blog post, I wrote about the 25... + read more
California Watch
Daily Report: General Assignment

Thousands - mostly white men - apply to redraw district lines

March 11, 2010, 10:01 AM
Only a few brave Californians have expressed interest in being governor of a state that many believe is ungovernable. Yet there has been no shortage of enthusiasm among those seeking a spot on a virtually unknown state panel - the first-ever Citizens Redistricting Commission.  Some... + read more
State reform, elections, primary system
Daily Report: Money and Politics, General Assignment

Report: Primary reform initiative no panacea against partisanship

February 10, 2010, 9:05 PM
Don't count on any quick fix to California's partisan political wars. This June, California voters will have a chance to approve what appears to be a major reform of the primary process – an initiative aimed at electing more moderate candidates from both political parties. ... + read more
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