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California State Propositions:
- Prop 1A: Safe, Reliable High-Speed Passenger Train Bond Act

- Prop 2: Standards for Confining Farm Animals

- Prop 3: Children's Hospital Bond Act

- Prop 4: Waiting Period and Parental Notification Before Termination of Minor's Pregnancy

- Prop 5: Nonviolent Drug Offenses. Sentencing, Parole and Rehabilitation

- Prop 6: Police and Law Enforcement Funding. Criminal Penalties and Laws

- Prop 7: Renewable Energy Generation

- Prop 8: Eliminates Right of Same-Sex Couples to Marry

- Prop 9: Criminal Justice System. Victims' Rights. Parole

- Prop 10: Alternative Fuel Vehicles and Renewable Energy Bonds

- Prop 11: Redistricting

- Prop 12: Veterans’ Bond Act of 2008

Registrar of Voters:
- Los Angeles County
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- Santa Barbara County
- San Bernardino
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Complete Coverage of the 2008 Presidential Election


YES WE CAN! ELECTION RESULTS

 

See below for the latest in coverage from KCRW's To the Point, Left Right and Center, and Which Way, LA?

NPR Elections

'It's All Politics': NPR's Weekly News Roundup

Dec 19, 2008 7:17 am
In the latest political podcast, NPR Washington Editor Ron Elving and Political Editor Ken Rudin discuss the recount for the Minnesota Senate recount and Caroline Kennedy's bid for the New York Senate seat.

Political Rewind: NPR's Best Election-Related Stories

Dec 18, 2008 11:52 am
"Political Rewind" is National Editor Muthoni Muturi's biweekly take on NPR's best election-related stories from the campaign trail and around the country.

Political Junkie: Obama Selects His Team

Nov 26, 2008 7:57 am
In this week's edition of the Political Junkie, Matt Bai, writer for The New York Times Magazine, gives a rundown of this week's news in politics. Also: Lanny Davis, former special counsel to President Bill Clinton, talks about President-elect Barack Obama's cabinet and White House picks.

Election Video Journal


To The Point

From Making History to Governing the White House

From Making History to Governing the White House

hosted by Warren Olney
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This year's race for the White House has been an epic story that may continue for a long time to come. Have voters charted a new direction? What are the prospects for the … more >>
An Early Start for Voting and Election Day Headaches

An Early Start for Voting and Election Day Headaches

hosted by Warren Olney
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Early voters are standing in lines all over the country as election officials brace for a massive turnout on election day. Claims of fraud, intimidation and intentional … more >>
Values Voters, the Economy and the Presidential Campaign

Values Voters, the Economy and the Presidential Campaign

hosted by Warren Olney
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The traditionally Republican Heartland has become a battleground between McCain and Obama. Are so-called "values voters" more worried about the economy? Also, the US … more >>
The Obama Campaign Makes History of a Different Kind

The Obama Campaign Makes History of a Different Kind

hosted by Warren Olney
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Barack Obama's fundraising is boggling the minds of political pros in both parties. He's on track to raise more money all by himself than the record of $700 million … more >>
'Socialism' and Cold War Rhetoric in the Presidential Campaign

'Socialism' and Cold War Rhetoric in the Presidential Campaign

hosted by Warren Olney
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John McCain is accusing Barack Obama of "socialism." Obama says McCain has "run out of ideas." What does "socialism" really mean? Will Cold War rhetoric work in the … more >>

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LRC

Socialism, Marxism, Capitalism: Who'll Save the Economy?

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It's almost over. Obama and McCain make their closing arguments. Plus the recession is official. Now what?

Obama Leads; Which Way, GOP?; Greenspan's Goof

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Tony's testy over "unfair allegations" being made against Republicans, the McCain campaign and Sarah Palin. He  predicts the next conservative revolution will be populist, not intellectual. Is "socialism" code for racism? Is "family values?" Who's really using the race card and how? Plus, a big discussion about...

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No more debates; Can McCain make a comeback? Economy…

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The final debate's over. Polls say Obama's star is rising. Can McCain make a comeback? Tony sees a glimmer of hope in the polls. Bob defends the underdog, but calls some of his followers scary. Tony takes extreme exception to this characterization and says McCain's "been running far too clean a campaign" compared to Obama, whom he says "has ruthlessly been playing the race card." Matt says he's heard that Colin Powell will announce for Obama this weekend. Enough politics: how 'bout that economy?...

Economic Spaghetti Splatter and the Election

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Market madness. Can Washington avert an economic meltdown? Plus, a look at the way forward and the presidential endgame.

 

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The Palin-Biden Debate; The Big Bailout

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We take on Palin's penchant for winking and Biden's botox, the virtual absence of abortion in the debate, hypocrisy of the GOP on free markets and government bailouts. Plus, should we have adopted the Soros solution to Wall Street's ills?

LRC Blog

KCRWs Left Right & Center 1.2.09 SHOW

Jan 2, 2009 2:14 pm

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***UPDATE 1/6/08: MATT MILLER APPEARS ON TONIGHT'S COLBERT REPORT talking about his new book, The Tyranny of Dead Ideas.*** Gaza; Obama's Back in Town; Senate appointments -- Blago's Burris; Crowning Caroline. Happy New Year...we hope. Today we...

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KCRWs Left Right & Center 12.26.08 Show

Dec 26, 2008 8:01 am

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We're looking back at the year that was. Please note that we had to record it last week. Unfortunately, Arianna's not with us. Next week possibly a predictions show -- or we'll just talk about whatever's been in the headlines. Happy New Year to a...

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KCRWs Left Right & Center 12/19/08

Dec 19, 2008 2:06 pm

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A wish for the world this holiday season. Peace to all and may our future be hopeful. Auto Bailout; Madoff; Senator Caroline? More Obama-noms Merry Christmas to all and Happy Chanukah, Kwanzaa and Chinese New Year. (Did I leave anything ...

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Which Way LA

Which Way, L.A.?

Will California Feel the Impact of Presidential Coattails?

hosted by Warren Olney
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Republicans and Democrats are locked into their Congressional and Legislative seats in California - or are they? If Barack Obama’s commanding lead turns into a landslide … more >>
The Route to Victory in the Electoral College

The Route to Victory in the Electoral College

hosted by Lawrence O'Donnell
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The Obama-Biden ticket got a bounce in the polls after the Democratic convention and the McCain-Palin ticket got a bigger bounce after the Republican convention. What are the … more >>

BBC News

Obama campaign blazes to victory

Nov 5, 2008 2:57 am
Barack Obama's historic campaign comes to a spectacular close with his victory rally in Chicago, the BBC's Kevin Connolly writes.

Why John McCain lost

Nov 5, 2008 2:55 am
The BBC's Richard Lister looks at what cost Republican John McCain the White House in 2008.

How Obama will lead

Nov 4, 2008 8:33 pm
The BBC's Kevin Connolly examines how Barack Obama will tackle the many challenges he will face as president.

Inside the presidential in-tray

Nov 6, 2008 2:52 am
Barack Obama will face huge challenges in both domestic and foreign policy when he takes office.

Top 10 foreign challenges

Nov 11, 2008 3:43 am
The BBC News website's world affairs correspondent Paul Reynolds looks at the top ten foreign policy issues facing the new US president

Who voted for Obama?

Nov 4, 2008 11:44 pm
BBC News looks at how key groups of the electorate have voted in the US general election.

PBS Newshour

Obama Campaign Fundraising Totals Near $750 Million, New Records Show

Dec 5, 2008 12:14 pm
President-elect Barack Obama raised a record-breaking $745 million throughout his presidential campaign, the Federal Election Committee reported Thursday.

Chambliss Wins Ga. Run-off, Democrats Fall Short of 60 Senate Seats

Dec 3, 2008 1:00 pm
Republican incumbent Sen. Saxby Chambliss decisively won a second term in Georgia's Tuesday run-off, blocking Democratic efforts to reach 60 Senate seats.

Military Recruitment Called into Question Over Promises, Methods

Dec 1, 2008 1:45 pm
With a low proportion of the nation\'s growing Hispanic population represented in the American military, recruiters are trying to enlist more Latino youth. Martin Terrones reports on controversial tactics surrounding the recruitment of high school students and promises of eventual citizenship for immigrant soldiers.

NY Times Politics

Obama Warns of Prospect for Trillion-Dollar Deficits

Jan 6, 2009 8:30 pm
Barack Obama delivered a stark assessment of the economy, saying that his administration would be forced to impose tighter discipline on government.

Senators, With 2 Exceptions, Sworn In for New Term

Jan 6, 2009 8:03 pm
Senator Dianne Feinstein said publicly that Roland W. Burris should be seated. Al Franken did not appear in Washington, as his race appeared headed to court.

Obama Seeks to Mend a Party Rift Over Panetta

Jan 6, 2009 8:45 pm
Barack Obama and his aides scrambled to defend the choice of Leon E. Panetta as C.I.A. director.