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Propocalypse: The Governance Crisis Provoked by Direct Democracy

Posted on November 4, 2018 by Christian Fong

This year, as Californians head to the polls, like every general election, voters will be asked to decide on a slew of questions instrumental to how the state will finance crucial projects and govern pressing issues. Ballot measures may seem like a way for voters to enact laws by popular consent and serve as a […]

Pollution, Plastic, and Profit: California’s Conflicting Propositions

Posted on November 12, 2016 by Christian Fong

In California, a high-profile war for the future of plastic bags is underway; however, underneath the surface lies a much more sinister battle between private interests, with both sides having significant financial stakes in the situation. Just over two years ago, California became the first state in the nation to pass legislation (SB 270) banning […]

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