Recent articles
July 7, 2026
From first lady to first partner: The changing role of gender and power
Jennifer Siebel Newsom signaled she wanted to break down gender stereotypes by taking on the title "first partner" rather than "first lady," but this could open her up to criticism too.
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July 1, 2026
As Trump reports $2.2 billion in 2025 income, ethics experts raise alarms
Critics described President Trump's money-making ventures as "bribery" and "corruption." The White House denied any conflicts of interest.
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June 2, 2026
In deep blue California, frustration with Democratic status quo fuels governor, L.A. mayor race
For Democrats, little clear consensus has emerged so far on who should lead the city and state into the future.
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May 18, 2026
AI has invaded the L.A. mayor's race. Some fear it's just the beginning
Some see fan-generated election campaign videos as a harbinger of how artificial intelligence could reshape political messaging across the country.
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April 26, 2026
Critics blast Trump's purge of National Science Board: 'Wholesale evisceration of American leadership in science'
With Trump purging the National Science Board, and the NSF director seat vacant, scientists warn of a shift away from fundamental research toward a narrow focus on AI.
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April 22, 2026
In Britain, Steve Hilton was inspired by California. Now, he calls it the worst-run state
Steve Hilton's sudden rise in California politics comes a decade and a half after he pitched the U.K. Conservative Party with a very different idea: Britain could learn a lot from the Golden State.
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