State GovernmentCalifornia Democratic Party Considers Proposal To Allow Non-Citizen DelegatesJune 11, 2019 | Scott RoddThe proposed rule, which would allow undocumented immigrants the opportunity to cast votes in party elections, will come up for consideration when the party convenes in August.
State GovernmentHow Helpful Is The California Democratic Party’s Endorsement Of Kevin De León Over Dianne Feinstein?July 16, 2018 | Ben AdlerThe California state senator got a boost over the weekend in his underdog campaign to unseat Feinstein this fall: an endorsement from the state Democratic Party. But it might not bring De León as much help as his backers hope. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State Government#MeToo Movement Arrives (In Form of Art) At California Democratic ConventionFebruary 28, 2018 | Sally LongeneckerTwo artists brought interactive installations to last weekend's gathering, where women's issues were front and center. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentSexual Harassment Scandals, Progressive Politics Follow California Democrats To Convention This WeekendFebruary 23, 2018 | Ben AdlerThousands of Dems are converging on San Diego for the state party’s annual gathering. Their eyes are on the 2018 election — but they're also hoping to move beyond sexual harassment allegations plaguing the Capitol. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Brown Downplays 'Berniecrats,' Defends Firing Of Oil And Gas RegulatorsJune 15, 2017 | Ben BradfordIn an interview with Capital Public Radio's Ben Bradford in Beijing last week, the governor downplayed the influence of "Berniecrats" on party policy and defended his choices in overseeing oil and gas regulation. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Gov. Candidates Mill And Tensions Emerge At Calif. Democratic ConventionMay 22, 2017 | Ben BradfordCalifornia Democrats elected a new party leader this weekend in Sacramento--an influential position with input into the candidates and platform the party will support. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Democratic Party: Aide Violated No Rules In Accepting PotJuly 9, 2015(AP) - The California Democratic Party says a staffer did not violate campaign reporting laws by accepting edible marijuana and an e-cigarette filled with hash oil from a marijuana lobbyist.
