State GovernmentWomen In Calif. Politics Share What They'd Like To See ChangeOctober 26, 2017 | Ben BradfordWomen in California politics, protesting sexual harassment and abuse at the Capitol, distrust the response from legislative leaders. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentCalifornia Senate Hires Outside Firm To Probe HarassmentOctober 23, 2017(AP) - The California Senate is hiring two outside firms to investigate allegations of sexual harassment and assault and to review its policies for addressing such incidents.
Steinberg Says He Didn't Witness Sexual Harassment As State LawmakerOctober 23, 2017 | Bob MoffittLast week, 150 women issued an open letter alleging widespread sexual harassment at the Capitol. Darrell Steinberg, the former head of the State Senate, says he was surprised. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentWomen In California Politics Describe Culture Of HarassmentOctober 17, 2017 | Ben BradfordMore than 150 women who work in California state politics have signed on to a letter describing a culture of harassment and belittlement.
State GovernmentFewer Women In New California Legislature, But More Win Local OfficeDecember 14, 2016 | Daniel PotterLast month’s election saw the number of women serving in the California Legislature fall, down to less than a quarter. At the same time women gained ground in city and county offices around the state. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentWomen Make Up Half Of Brown's Political AppointeesMay 18, 2015 | Katie OrrOrganizations throughout California are working to get more women involved in politics. But running for political office may not be practical for everyone. Instead, some women are opting to pursue government appointments. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentWomen's Caucus Prioritizes Work, Child Care BillsMarch 24, 2015 | Katie OrrThe California Legislative Women’s Caucus has announced its priorities for the year. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentWomen Gaining Leadership In California LegislatureMarch 2, 2015 | Katie OrrBeginning next fall three of California’s “big five” legislative leaders will be women. People who are working to elect women to office hope this leadership trio will convince more women to run. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentLawmakers Propose Update To Equal Pay LawFebruary 24, 2015 | Katie OrrMembers of the California Legislative Women’s Caucus say it’s time for the state to strengthen its equal pay law.
Few Female City Managers In CaliforniaJanuary 22, 2015 | Katie OrrWomen make up less than 20 percent of city managers in California.
