Category Archives: Elections

How Venice Voted – And Didn’t Vote

By Jim Smith Since February, when Jane Harman abruptly resigned her seat in Congress, 16 candidates have been working hard to discuss important national and international issues with the voters of the 36th District, including Venice. Unfortunately, Venetians and other … Continue reading

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The Race Is On – For Congress

Eighteen candidates are running to replace Jane Harman as our Congressional Representative. Their political positions range from the Left to the Right, and far Right. Many of them will be sending you slick mailers every day between now and election … Continue reading

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Women Run for Congress

Jane Harman, congressional representative for Venice and the 36th district, has abandoned her position, effective Feb. 28. Gov. Jerry Brown was expected to announce a special election to replace her. The election will likely be held on June 7, in … Continue reading

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Recommendations For Yet Another Election (this time the city’s) On March 8

By Jackie Goldberg On March 8, there will be almost “secret” Municipal and local elections throughout California.  Many important issues will be decided, city council members, school board members and community college board members will be elected, and only about … Continue reading

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