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California celebrates diversity, but also confronts hate

In some ways, there are two Californias.  Depending on your values and political views, the state is either a bastion of diversity and inclusion, or a treacherous place for minorities and marginalized groups. On one side, many in California embrace its diversity with open arms. Today, advocates and lawmakers will kick off the Transgender Week […]

에 의해 린 라 • 3월 27, 2023

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Will California protect gay marriage in its constitution?

California Democrats want to change the state constitution to safeguard a right that is already firmly protected across the state, just in case the U.S. Supreme Court decides to do away with it.  Oh, and putting it on the ballot will probably help Democrats in the 2024 election. If that all sounds familiar, you might […]

에 의해 벤 크리스토퍼 • 2월 15, 2023

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How much does the Legislature look like California?

The new state Legislature is the most diverse ever, but by some measures, it still isn’t fully representative of California. See details in our interactive tool.

에 의해 John Osborn D'Agostino, 사메아 카말 그리고 Ariel Gans • 1월 4, 2023

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¿Qué tanto se parece la Legislatura a California?

En Resumen La nueva Legislatura estatal es la más diversa que ha existido, pero por algunas medidas, todavía no representa completamente a cómo luce California. Read this article in English. La Legislatura de California que se vuelve a reunir hoy es la más diversa de la historia: Incluye un número récord de mujeres, ocupando 50 […]

에 의해 John Osborn D'Agostino, 사메아 카말 그리고 Ariel Gans • 1월 4, 2023

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Why this will be the most diverse California Legislature ever

With the final votes being counted, the new Legislature that takes office Dec. 5 will include the most women and LGBTQ members ever. Advocacy groups are already celebrating, but how much difference will the diversity make in policy?

에 의해 Ariel Gans 그리고 사메아 카말 • 11월 14, 2022

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California pig law exposes a divided America

Although it deals primarily with pigs, the California case that had oral arguments before the U.S. Supreme Court on Tuesday could potentially result in a decision as far-reaching as those striking down federal abortion protections and expanding gun rights. At issue is Proposition 12, the ballot measure California voters approved in 2018 requiring bigger cages […]

에 의해 Emily Hoeven • 10월 12, 2022

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California set to become a refuge for transgender health care

Lawmakers approved a bill to protect those receiving or providing transgender health care in California from prosecution under a wave of legislation in other states. But the proposal drew intense opposition from the California Family Council. Gov. Gavin Newsom signed the bill.

에 의해 Ariel Gans • 8월 30, 2022

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Will California gun laws pass muster?

This week, Gov. Gavin Newsom is poised to sign a bill on his desk that would create a “standard of conduct” for the gun industry — and permit California residents, the state attorney general and local governments to sue noncompliant manufacturers, retailers and distributors. Once signed, it’s almost certain to be hit with legal challenges. […]

에 의해 Emily Hoeven • 7월 11, 2022

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Newsom finally reveals his whereabouts

Gov. Gavin Newsom is on vacation in Montana visiting family, I was the first to report Tuesday evening. It was information that the governor’s office appeared loath to disclose. Although the office said Friday the governor had left California to spend time with family, it did not until Tuesday answer questions about where he was […]

에 의해 Emily Hoeven • 7월 6, 2022

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States’ rights? Building walls? Democrats’ new rhetoric

CalMatters is dedicated to explaining how state government impacts our lives. Your support helps us produce journalism that makes a difference. Donate now. “Build the wall” — a slogan associated with former President Donald Trump and his supporters — is now being repurposed by California Democrats, who say they want to build metaphorical walls via legislation protecting […]

에 의해 Emily Hoeven • 5월 4, 2022