PolitiFact CaliforniaMostly True: America’s Prison Population Has Skyrocketed 500 Percent In 40 YearsSeptember 16, 2016During her run for U.S. Senate, California Attorney General Kamala Harris has touted a "smart on crime" approach that focuses on the most violent offenders and reducing recidivism.
State GovernmentBrown Sees Proposition 57 As Key To Ending Court's Oversight of PrisonsSeptember 15, 2016Governor tells KQED: 'I think, if anything, this is the greatest step we could take for public safety in California.'
Californians Worry About Poverty, Income Inequality, Poll FindsSeptember 12, 2016As to whether immigrants strengthen the economy or weaken it? Survey respondents were divided. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Repeal The Death Penalty? 6 Quotes From 'Yes' And 'No' CampaignsSeptember 12, 2016We gathered a panel of six guests from all sides of the argument. They fielded questions from the audience on topics that ranged from fiscal to racial implications. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
California Counts Poll Finds Californians Split Over Extent Of Police AbuseSeptember 8, 2016State residents were asked if racial profiling and excessive use of force by police are significant problems in the U.S. and in California. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
California Counts Poll Offers Insights Into Voters Outlook On StateSeptember 8, 2016This poll kicks off a California Counts reporting series on statewide issues, including sentiments towards gun control, wages, immigration and affordable living.
State GovernmentKamala Who? Some Voters Say US Senate Race Isn't Even On Their RadarSeptember 7, 2016A new poll finds 25 percent of voters are still unsure who they'll choose in California's U.S. Senate race. Some say they don't know much about it. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentCalifornia Counts Poll: Big Leads For Kamala Harris, Yes On 64September 7, 2016 | Ben BradfordCalifornia Attorney General Kamala Harris continues to hold a big lead in the U.S. Senate race over Rep. Loretta Sanchez. The new California Counts poll also shows strong support for a ballot measure that would legalize recreational marijuana.
PolitiFact CaliforniaPolitiFact California: Big Tobacco Blowing Smoke In Claim About California's Prop 56August 26, 2016Opponents of Proposition 56, California’s proposed $2 per pack cigarette tax hike, are flooding radio airwaves with attacks on the measure.
PolitiFact CaliforniaPolitiFact California: Kamala Harris Slightly Off In Claim About Veterans SuicidesAugust 23, 2016In her campaign for U.S. Senate, California Attorney General Kamala Harris has pledged to "clean up" the scandals and reduce wait times at the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs.