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This toolkit contains content to equip L.A. County registered voters with everything they need to know to cast their vote.

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Meet the new judges who will lead the Los Angeles Superior Court

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The Los Angeles Superior Court is made up of dozens of courthouses throughout the…

LA County supervisors take position opposing Proposition 36

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LA County supervisors take position opposing Proposition 36 What You Need To Know Proposition 36…

Make the connection – justiceconnect.org

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One of the largest cities in America released police reforms in line to mirror what the protesters…