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Ben Christopher
Ben covers California politics and elections. Prior to that, he was a contributing writer for CalMatters reporting on the state's economy and budget. Based out of the San Francisco Bay Area, he has written for San Francisco magazine, California magazine, the San Francisco Chronicle, and Priceonomics. Ben also has a past life as an aspiring beancounter: He has worked as a summer associate at the Congressional Budget Office and has a Master’s in Public Policy from the University of California, Berkeley.
The latest by Ben Christopher
Conservatives clap back against California in court — twice
Labor had a banner year in California — now will workers unionize?
Tailpipe fight pits Trump against Newsom, plus gig workers, Janet Napolitano, and the end of a friendship?
Gimme Shelter talks Trump, Newsom and NIMBYs
Newsom cracks down on vaping — and asks the Legislature for help
Blood, sweat and cheers: California lawmakers recover from a night to remember
Last-minute switch would serve one oil refinery — and environmentalists are crying foul
Renters’ relief, carve-outs, anti-vaxxers, a failed tax break, and crooked teeth
Vaping industry breathes easier: For now, California lawmakers won’t restrict its business
Data exclusive: See how your legislators vote on the political spectrum
The Latest From CalMatters
Deadlocks and easy wins: How the Democratic endorsement battles shaped up in Long Beach this weekend
How eight presidential wannabes pitched themselves to California Dems
Alzheimer’s affects us all. Californians need to prepare
Westlands contract shakes the waterscape
California needs to take these three actions needed to improve our energy system—and the environment
