Commentary
How California’s midterm election could shape national political conflicts
In some congressional races and key ballot issues, California Democrats' left-leaning wing and its more centrist forces are clashing.
August 18, 2026
Commentary
Proposition 3 sustains California schools. Losing the high-income tax would be devastating
Proposition 3 doesn't raise taxes on anyone, a cafeteria manager argues. It avoids a tax cut for the top 2% of earners by sustaining rates voters first backed in 2012 to aid schools.