🏛️ Structure of California State Government
Executive Branch
Led by the Governor (currently Gavin Newsom).
Other elected officials: Lieutenant Governor, Attorney General, Secretary of State, Treasurer, Controller, Insurance Commissioner, and Superintendent of Public Instruction.
Legislative Branch
California State Legislature: Bicameral system with the State Assembly (80 members) and State Senate (40 members).
Judicial Branch
Led by the California Supreme Court and lower state courts.
🗳️ Elections and Voter Information
Secretary of State (Elections Division): Handles voter registration, election security, and candidate filings.
Local Election Contact Information | U.S. Vote Foundation
📊 Key Political Issues in California
Housing Crisis and Homelessness
Climate Change and Wildfire Management
Healthcare Access
Education Funding
Economic Inequality and Minimum Wage Policies
Water Rights and Drought Management
🤝 Civic Engagement & Grassroots Activism
League of Women Voters of California: Non-partisan organization promoting informed participation.
California Common Cause: Advocates for transparent and accountable governance.
Common Cause CA Website
California Environmental Voters: Focused on environmental and climate justice.
📰 Stay Informed
CalMatters: Nonprofit newsroom covering state policy and politics.
Capitol Weekly: Covers in-depth California political news.
Los Angeles Times Politics Section: Dedicated to state and national political coverage.
LA Times Politics
📚 Educational Resources
California State Library: Access historical and current political archives.
BallotPedia California: Provides neutral, fact-checked information on local and state elections.
Ballotpedia California