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76th Assembly District Tests Effectiveness Of Top Two Primary
- Nov. 5
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This November election will demonstrate whether the goal of the new "Top Two" primary system is met: sending less partisan candidates to Sacramento.
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Chavez, Weber Talk Democrats' Supermajority In Sacramento
- Nov. 13
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It's the first time since 1883 Democrats have had a supermajority in California. Two newly elected San Diego assemblymembers discuss navigating this new landscape.
52nd Congressional District Candidates Open Up On Key Issues
- Oct. 15
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Democrat Scott Peters and Republican Brian Bilbray are embroiled in a tight race to represent the 52nd Congressional District. KPBS talked to both candidates.
Legislature Swamps Governor In Bills
- Sept. 4
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As per usual, a veritable whirlwind of legislation landed on Gov. Jerry Brown's desk at the close of the Legislative session last week, including many bills that were unread by the legislators voting on them. But this way of doing business may change.
Individual Donors Split On Peters, Bilbray In 52nd
- July 17
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In the race for the 52nd Congressional District, political action committees and a candidate with deep pockets are the major financial players. But, individual donors are almost perfectly split on the two remaining candidates.
Defeated Democrats Find 'Vindication In Spades' In High Court's Health Care Ruling
- July 2
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James L. Oberstar was riding pretty high in Congress. Over the course of 18 elections, the Democrat had never received less than 59 percent of the vote in his northeastern Minnesota district, and he had finally realized a longstanding ambition by chairing the House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee.
Bilbray May Face Peters in 52nd Congressional District
- June 6
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As expected, Rep. Brian Bilbray, R-Solana Beach, will be heading to a runoff election in the 52nd congressional district. His opponent looks to be Port Commissioner Scott Peters, who holds a slim lead over fellow Democrat Lori Saldaña.
Low Turnout In Calif.; Many Votes Still Uncounted
- June 6
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The votes are all in for the California primary but many remained uncounted Wednesday, leaving some races still up in the air, notably the statewide question on whether to increase the tax on tobacco to fund cancer research.
California's Top-Two Primary System Faces First Statewide Test
- June 4
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Under California's new system, the top two finishers in the primary move on to the general election, regardless of party. Backers hope this system will favor moderates. It could be years before it's clear if that's true, but the system is already changing how political operatives work.
Scott Peters Lent His Campaign $1.25 Million in May
- May 30
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Democrat Scott Peters, an attorney and port commissioner, lent his campaign $1.25 million dollars in May. He’s now the top fundraiser in the race, approaching $2 million. Nearly 70 percent of that cash comes from his own bank account.
Last Day To Register To Vote In June Primary
- May 21
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Today is the last day to register to vote in California’s June 5th primary.
Bilbray’s Legislative Machine: Money, Support Surrounds Algae Bills
- May 21
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Big money has been pouring into the Congressional race for San Diego’s 52nd district since its boundaries were redrawn and it suddenly became wide open territory.
Brown: "Things That Are Good" Must Be Cut To Balance Calif. Budget
- May 14
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California Governor Jerry Brown is proposing a state budget that includes $8 billion in immediate cuts – and $6 billion more if voters reject his tax initiative this fall.
A Primer On Your Primary Election Ballot For San Diego County
San Diego political races are entering the final stretch -- absentee ballots were mailed out on Monday and the primary vote takes place on June 5th. San Diego Registrar of Voters, Deborah Seiler gives us a primer on what the open primary, also called the top-primary, means for your ballot.
Congressional Candidates Spar Over Medicare
- April 30
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Tension is mounting between the two leading Democratic candidates vying to take on Republican Congressman Brian Bilbray in the fight for the 52nd Congressional seat next November.
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