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Ending Voter Registration Sweepstakes: CCLA and Senator Umberg Take on Elon Musk

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Listen to this article: In early 2025, California lawmakers faced a novel challenge: wealthy actors exploiting legal gray areas to “gamify” voter registration. To address this threat, Senator Tom Umberg introduced Senate Bill 398, which prohibits paying or offering valuable incentives—such as cash or prize drawings—in exchange for registering to vote or casting a ballot. […]

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SB 690 (Caballero) Destroys California Privacy Laws and Sets a Dangerous Precedent for the Nation

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Listen to this article: The Privacy Loophole No One Asked For California has long stood as a national leader in digital privacy. With laws like the California Invasion of Privacy Act (CIPA), the California Electronic Communications Privacy Act (CalECPA), and the state’s constitutional right to privacy, we’ve built some of the strongest legal guardrails in

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AB 327 (Ta): Combating Swatting and Protecting Public Safety

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Listen to this article: Why California Civil Liberties Advocacy (CCLA) Supports AB 327 (Ta) Swatting—a dangerous act of falsely reporting emergencies to trigger an armed police response—has escalated into a nationwide crisis, putting lives at risk, straining law enforcement resources, and violating the rights of individuals who are targeted. In response, AB 327, introduced by

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Are Liberals Really More Prone to Mental Health Issues? A Data-Driven Analysis

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Listen to this article: In recent years, numerous studies and surveys have pointed to a trend: individuals identifying as liberal, particularly those who lean far-left, report higher rates of mental health issues compared to their conservative counterparts. The discussion surrounding this phenomenon is often clouded by assumptions—one of the most persistent being that conservatives underreport

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Sasquatch and the Post-Truth Legislature: Why AB 666 Is a Joke That Isn’t Funny

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Listen to this article: It’s official: California’s Legislature has too much time on its hands. At a time when the state is drowning in crises—homelessness, crime, economic decline, and a government that seems incapable of addressing any of it—Assembly Member Rogers has decided that what California really needs is to designate Bigfoot as the official

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AB 11: A Vision for Social Housing Undermined by Unworkable Funding Provisions

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Listen to this article: California Civil Liberties Advocacy’s Position on AB 11 At the California Civil Liberties Advocacy (CCLA), we recognize that housing is a fundamental human right, and we strongly support legislative efforts to ensure that all Californians have equal access to safe, affordable, and stable housing. As the housing crisis continues to displace

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Constitutional Crisis Looms: Trump Administration Clashes with Judiciary

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In recent weeks, the United States has witnessed escalating tensions between the executive and judicial branches, primarily due to President Donald Trump’s issuance of several executive orders that have faced significant legal challenges. These disputes have been further intensified by public criticisms from high-ranking officials, including Vice President J.D. Vance and Chief Operating Officer Elon

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Newsom Approves State Funding Against Federal Policies, Environmental Legal Battles, and 50501 Protests

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California remains at the center of national political discourse, as recent events have demonstrated the state’s ongoing commitment to resisting certain federal policies, advocating for environmental protections, and fostering public engagement through protests and demonstrations. Between February 7 and 11, 2025, several key developments underscored the tension between state and federal leadership, as well as

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AI and Privacy Rights: Key Developments in U.S. Policy as of January 2025

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As artificial intelligence (AI) continues to reshape our society, recent political developments highlight the ongoing efforts to balance technological innovation with privacy rights and civil liberties. Over the past month, significant changes in federal and state AI policies have emerged, underscoring the evolving regulatory landscape. Here is a non-partisan roundup of the most recent updates

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California in Crisis: Wildfires and Political Showdowns

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California is facing a critical moment as it grapples with devastating wildfires, budgetary challenges, and an extraordinary legislative session aimed at addressing both immediate crises and long-term policy concerns. The wildfires in Los Angeles County have sparked debates on climate change, emergency preparedness, and resource allocation. Meanwhile, Governor Gavin Newsom’s proposed budget aims to balance

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