Share your thoughts
The 2024 presidential election was one for the history books, though less dramatic and contentious than some anticipated. Former President Donald Trump staged a dramatic comeback, winning the electoral college and the popular vote, while Republicans took control of the House and Senate.
Although the race wasn't as close as predicted, it was divisive and likely will shape the future of the country for decades. Voters faced key decisions on economic policy, immigration and reproductive rights, and their election of Trump will dramatically reshape the country.
Now that the dust has settled, we want to hear from you about how you're feeling about the election, and what questions you have about what happens next.
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A Jan. 28 email giving federal employees the option of resigning with full pay through September has been met with confusion and outrage by prosecutors and support staff in the San Diego U.S. Attorney’s Office. -
The Association for the City of La Jolla turned in 8,000 signatures, officially starting the process that could lead to La Jolla seceding from the city of San Diego. So what happens now? -
There are many ways you can mobilize as an individual or coalition to make change in your community. But when it comes to matters of local government, perhaps the best place to start is by attending public meetings. -
Lithium has become a crucial commodity in the global transition toward green energy. With most of it mined and refined abroad, companies are racing to tap into a vast reserve buried deep under the Salton Sea.
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Public Matters is an initiative of KPBS, inewsource and Voice of San Diego.
These three independent, non-profit journalism organizations are sharing content, conversation, and events that ensure all San Diegans understand their opportunity to participate in the democratic process and that it means more than voting in an election.
At its core, it is about reminding us that we have a shared humanity, and together we are empowered to make positive change.
Public Matters will lead up to the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence on July 4, 2026.
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