election 2022

Commentary

Online gambling measure would hurt Indian tribes

A broad coalition of Indian tribes is unified in opposition to the online gambling measure and in support of in-person sports wagering.

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Guest Commentary

• February 7, 2022

Commentary

Medical malpractice ballot measure would benefit lawyers

The ballot measure, Fairness for Injured Patients Act, would disrupt the financing of community health centers and access to physicians.

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Guest Commentary

• February 7, 2022

Daniel Hertzberg, far left, is running as a Democrat in the newly drawn Senate District 20 seat in the state Senate. Photo via Daniel Hertzberg's campaign website

Commentary

Machine politics on display in race for state Senate seat

It’s an old script with an all-too-familiar storyline: The unqualified man benefits from the political machine, bypassing the qualified woman.

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Guest Commentary

• February 2, 2022

A city-sanctioned encampment for the homeless is seen through the apartment building window, where Fernando Maya lives, in Los Angeles on June 21, 2021. The encampment, which is run by Urban Alchemy, a non-profit organization, includes 70 tents, bathrooms, showers and 24-hour security. Photo by Pablo Unzueta for CalMatters

WhatMatters

California homeless crisis takes on new urgency

The California homeless crisis is a focal point for politicians ahead of the 2022 elections. But is permanent supportive housing the answer?

By

Emily Hoeven

• January 18, 2022

Gov. Gavin Newsom addressed the media during a press conference where he unveiled his budget proposal for 2022-23 in Sacramento on Jan. 10, 2022.

Politics

What to know about Newsom’s budget blueprint

Gov. Gavin Newsom wants to use the California budget surplus to confront the crises facing the state, including COVID-19 and climate change.

By

Alexei Koseff

• January 11, 2022

Assemblymember Lorena Gonzalez, wearing a full black pants suit and a black masks, says goodbye to colleagues after she announced her resignation from the state Assembly on Jan. 3, 2022. Miguel Gutierrez Jr./CalMatters

Politics

What’s behind the ‘Great Resignation’ of California lawmakers?

An unusually high number of influential state legislators are retiring or running for higher office. The reasons include a combination of new electoral districts, term limits and political ambition.

By

Ben Christopher

• January 10, 2022

A mask on the sculpture of a bear outside of Gov. Gavin Newsom's Capitol office, in Sacramento, on July 6, 2021. AP Photo/Rich Pedroncelli

Politics

The California Legislature is back: What to expect in 2022

As the Legislature reconvenes, Californians can expect lawmakers to continue focusing on housing and climate, plus COVID-19, healthcare and how to spend another budget surplus.

By

Sameea Kamal

• January 3, 2022

An election and redistricting illustration by Miguel Gutierrez Jr., CalMatters; iStock

Politics

California redistricting: What to know about the final maps

California's independent commission adopted final congressional and legislative districts for the next decade, starting with 2022 elections. Here are some key points on the new maps.

By

Sameea Kamal

• December 21, 2021