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In California primaries, sometimes the winning strategy is to help a foe
These days, campaigning doesn't just mean attacking all challengers. A sly boost for a favorite opponent can also prove useful.
Antonio Villaraigosa
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Do endorsements for president even matter?
The race for California endorsements has ratched up. Taken for granted by campaigns is a debatable premise — that these imprimaturs make a difference.
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Twitter wars, housing, the DMV and the NFL
As Facebook and Twitter execs were called on the carpet in Washington, two California bills on Gov. Jerry Brown's desk echoed the calls to regulate Facebook and Twitter.
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Where charter schools’ campaign money went in the gubernatorial primary
Charter school advocates financed Antonio Villaraigosa's campaign for governor with more than $22 million.
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Air pollution, amputation & ferrets
The Trump administration proposed to revamp—and loosen—fuel mileage standards, challenging California’s authority to regulate air pollution within its borders, and enraging California officials.
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In California primary, well-heeled winner Gavin Newsom had small donations. Guess who didn’t?
Small donations alone did not secure Gavin Newsom’s win, but they likely helped build enthusiasm. The lackluster finish by Antonio Villaraigosa shows that a gush of money from a handful of mega-donors doesn’t always translate into votes.
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Republicans held their own in the primary, but it’s uphill to November
The California Republican Party had a good Election Day. Now what?
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Antonio Villaraigosa concedes, throws support behind Newsom
Former L.A. mayor Antonio Villaraigosa concedes.
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Villaraigosa “calm” but calls for LA County vote centers to stay open through Friday after snafu
The Democratic gubernatorial campaign of Antonio Villaraigosa is reeling from the news of a widespread problem at about a third of polling places in L.A. County.