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Chapman University Professor Fred Smoller writes that county supervisors should consider phasing in the implementation of the Voters Choice Act, possibly creating a more politically palatable product in places like Orange County, where the board of supervisors has rejected implementation.
Chapman University Political Science Professor Fred Smoller explains why Orange County Supervisors should implement the Voter’s Choice Act, arguing it could save millions of dollars as well as making voting easier and more convenient.
Participants in an all-day conference at Chapman University talk about solutions ranging from high school civics classes to lottery jackpots for voters.
Chapman University Professor Fred Smoller and Campaign Finance Watchdog Shirley Grindle are teaming up to challenge Orange County to consider adopting a ballot initiative establishing a countywide ethics commission.
The Kelly Thomas police beating shows the need for resources to help homeless people and foster better communication in communities.
The national event has been held at the National Mall in Washington, D.C. The approval, however, did not come without controversy over another no-bid contract.
Hearing in Santa Ana highlights the difficulties residents have
in getting access to their local governments.
Voters are not keen on giving up their right to choose their leaders. But the county’s recent history has some arguing that the treasurer should be appointed.