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California stops paying its legislators. What happens now?
The decision by a California official to stop paying state legislators until they pass a balanced budget means Democrats are under increasing pressure to act.
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Three reasons Prop. 19 to legalize marijuana got the thumbs down
The federal government's opposition to legalized marijuana, midterm election voter demographics, and the prospect of regulatory gridlock may have kept California voters from passing Prop. 19.
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In all-blue California election results, lessons for Democratic Party
In the face of a GOP juggernaut across much of the US, Golden State voters opted for Democrats in major statewide races. California election results are not just an anomaly, analysts there say.
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The real up-and-coming force driving Election 2010? Seniors.
Seniors have always been among America's most committed voters. But starting in Election 2010, and continuing for two decades, their political power is expected to reach new heights.
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How Meg Whitman dropped 10 points behind Jerry Brown
Meg Whitman, the Republican nominee for California governor, has been hurt by an undocumented housekeeper scandal, political inexperience, and perhaps even her own attack ads.
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In California midterm election's tight races, voter turnout is key
Voter turnout will be especially important for Democrats in the midterm elections. The higher the overall turnout, the more likely Democrats will benefit. Both parties are appealing energetically to independents and the undecided.
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California and 'left coast' bucking the pro-GOP election trend?
In some key Senate and governors' races, the 'left coast' of California, Washington, and Oregon isn't tilting toward GOP as much as the rest of the country. Why not?
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Did final Meg Whitman-Jerry Brown debate change anything?
Tuesday's California gubernatorial debate between Meg Whitman and Jerry Brown was the last before the election, making it crucial for both candidates.
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Meg Whitman vs. Jerry Brown: Can Tom Brokaw steer them toward substance?
Meg Whitman and Jerry Brown, candidates for California governor, will debate for the final time Tuesday, with Tom Brokaw moderating. The candidates have spent a lot of time dwelling on scandal recently.
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'Toxic' touch? Why Carly Fiorina and Meg Whitman shy from Sarah Palin.
Sarah Palin is set to appear at a GOP fundraiser two weeks ahead of the Nov 2. election, but neither Meg Whitman nor Carly Fiorina – both big-name Republicans – is planning to attend.
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For second Boxer-Fiorina debate, most of the pressure is off
California Senate candidates go head to head – but not face to face – Wednesday in their second debate. For the radio-only event, Carly Fiorina will be in L.A. Barbara Boxer will be in a D.C. studio.
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Debate: Jerry Brown, Meg Whitman show style, but light on solutions
California gubernatorial candidates Jerry Brown (D) and Meg Whitman (R) both claimed victory after Tuesday night's debate.
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Meg Whitman spends big in California but still trails Brown
Former eBay CEO Meg Whitman has spent $104 million on her California gubernatorial bid but trails Jerry Brown by three points. Will she be the next wealthy politician to fail at the polls?
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California Republicans set out to woo Latino voters
California Republicans have rejected the idea of a tough immigration law like Arizona's and are reaching out to Latino voters. But they'll be carrying a lot of baggage on that uphill climb.
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