California DreamThe New Normal In California’s Direct Democracy Process: Ballot Measures As LeverageNovember 2, 2018 | Ben AdlerA 2014 state law opened up California’s direct democracy process to negotiations with the governor and Legislature. In doing so, it created a powerful new tool for interest groups. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Insight With Vicki GonzalezCapitol Chat: Governor's Race And Keys To The HouseNovember 2, 2018Capitol Bureau Chief Ben Adler tells us about what the two candidates for governor have to say in the final days of their campaign. We also preview the new episode of Keys to the House. Listen / download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentCandidates For California’s Top Schools Chief Disagree On Using Funds To Give Teachers Pay RaisesNovember 1, 2018 | Nadine SebaiThe two candidates for California’s state schools chief has received a significant amount of campaign contributions — over $50 million. As Election Day approaches, candidates show differences in how to deal with teacher pay raises. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentAnti-Vaccination Groups Align With Outsider Candidate Against Lawmaker Who Wrote California’s Vaccine LawNovember 1, 2018 | Sammy CaiolaIncumbent state Sen. Richard Pan is vying to keep his seat. His opponent, independent Eric Frame, is running on a platform that includes loosening the vaccine requirements that Pan put in place.
Keys To The HouseThe O.C., Part 2: Rebellious RepublicansOctober 31, 2018 | Ben Adler | Sally LongeneckerDemocrats think they can win California congressional seats long held by Republicans. In this episode, we explore what it would take. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentOfficials: Oroville Dam Spillway Will Be Ready For RainOctober 31, 2018California water officials said Wednesday that the $1.1 billion spillway at the nation's tallest dam will be in full working order if it's needed this winter, nearly two years after it was damaged and thousands were forced to flee.
State GovernmentWith Proposition 12, California Voters Face Choices On Farm Animal ConfinementOctober 31, 2018 | Julia MitricThe ballot measure would ban the sale of meat and animal products from animals confined in spaces below specific sizes, even if they’re raised outside California. Producers would be required to raise egg-laying hens in “cage-free” housing by 2022. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentProp. 1 Would Allow California To Borrow Billions For Affordable Housing ProgramsOctober 30, 2018 | Randol WhiteThe initiative is aimed at easing the state's housing crisis and has broad support throughout the state, though the state Republican Party opposes it. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Keys To The HouseThe O.C., Part 1: Diverse DemocratsOctober 29, 2018 | Ben Adler | Sally LongeneckerOrange County has long been a Republican stronghold, but the region is changing. Its growing diversity could boost Democratic efforts to win the House of Representatives — but only if more Latinos and Asians vote. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentThe California Dream Takes Center Stage In Governor’s RaceOctober 29, 2018The state’s affordability crisis prompts vows from gubernatorial candidates Gavin Newsom and John Cox to revive the California Dream.