WASHINGTON — As the 2022 midterm campaigns grind toward a snarling close, voters across party lines agree on at least one thing — American democracy is in crisis. Illustrating one aspect …
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The battle for Congress. Where do candidates stand on the issues?
by Curtis Jonesby Curtis JonesStill deciding who you want to represent you in the U.S. House of Representatives? The battle for control of Congress comes down to those decisions in Tuesday’s midterm election, and …
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WASHINGTON — With California and the Southwest facing a historic drought, the Supreme Court agreed Friday to review a 9th Circuit Court decision that held the Navajo Nation has a right …
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The race for mayor of Los Angeles was tightening rapidly as it entered its final week, with Rick Caruso cutting deeply into Rep. Karen Bass’ lead, putting him within striking …
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Campaigning in California, Biden aims to ease voter anxieties
by Curtis Jonesby Curtis JonesOCEANSIDE — President Biden, campaigning for an embattled Southern California Democratic congressman, argued that Tuesday’s election will have ramifications for generations on the future of the nation. “It’s going to shape …
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‘Gimme Shelter’: Newsom falls far short on his big housing promises
by Curtis Jonesby Curtis JonesGov. Gavin Newsom came into office four years ago with some of the biggest promises on housing imaginable. The state would build 3.5 million new homes by 2025, a quintupling …
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Op-Ed: Politics is flooded with cash. Divert more of it to young campaign workers
by Curtis Jonesby Curtis JonesIf you’ve spent any time around political campaigns this year, you’ll have heard the stories. One candidate started field operations — knocking on doors, organizing volunteers, speaking directly with voters …
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News Analysis: A Netanyahu government would probably clash with the Biden administration
by Curtis Jonesby Curtis JonesRAANANA, Israel — In the waning days of his most recent stint as Israel’s prime minister — just over a year ago — Benjamin Netanyahu made no secret of his disdain …
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North Korea is shipping artillery to Russia, White House says
by Curtis Jonesby Curtis JonesWASHINGTON — The White House on Wednesday accused North Korea of covertly shipping a “significant number” of artillery shells to Russia in support of its invasion of Ukraine. National Security Council …
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California launches site to track results of rape kits after police backlogs
by Curtis Jonesby Curtis JonesCalifornia on Tuesday launched a website that allows victims of sexual assault to track the status of the results of their medical exams — an effort to address widespread complaints …