Buzz: California’s latest progressive prosecutor reminded us Tuesday that the movement has not lost.
Newly elected Alameda County District Attorney Pamela Price has announced that she will reopen investigations into eight deaths involving contacts with the criminal justice system. six of they Case Where police board member deadly shotManand two of which the suspect died police custody Also prisonPrice has cast these investigations overseen by the new police accountability unit as following her agreement with voters.
Focusing solely on the Chesa Boudin recall, You might have concluded that the expulsion of the former San Francisco DA definitively thwarted a move to prosecutors who were unwilling to seek long sentences and likely to indict police officers. Boudin’s downfall, however, did not prevent the ideologically aligned DA from winning and defending its offices in some of California’s largest counties.
Price is the latest addition to that class. Her victory in November had mostly coalesced behind Prosecutor Terry Wiley. A well-known Oakland-based activist and recurring candidate, Price is arguably more of an outsider than any progressive who has won DA races in California over the past few cycles. She had a glaring break from her longtime predecessor yesterday. Nancy O’Malley After cross-examining O’Malley’s office, it concluded late last year that the three cases did not merit prosecution.
Police crackdowns are a core tenet for prosecutors like Price and Boudin. Criminal justice reformers have long argued that the comfortable relationship between prosecutors and law enforcement makes it nearly impossible to vigorously investigate police misconduct. One of the reasons why has become stricter is that loyal allies Provides campaign counterweight to police unions.That dynamic helped the Contra Costa County DA Diane Becton Survive a union-backed challenge after her office convicts a sheriff’s deputy.
That doesn’t mean winning belief is easy. Boudin’s historic SFPD police officer’s prosecution of excessive force ended in acquittal.Los Angeles District Attorney George Gascon He has not charged any of the four officers in the reopened fatal coercion case campaign pledgeand he refused to bring On the grounds of high burden of proof, prosecute in other cases. Price’s office will likely face similar obstacles, such as elapsed time.
But Price’s victory and announcement will bring tangible benefits to reformers amid reversals like Boudin’s Recall, Anti-Gascon backlashand San Joaquin frustration. “The importance of her victory is shown in decisions like this,” he said. Christine Soto Debery Former Assistant Boudin, now working for the Prosecutor’s Union. It’s hard to prosecute law enforcement, she added. Nationally, she said, she said, “very few cases have resulted in convictions, even fewer, but that doesn’t mean it doesn’t require our best efforts.”
Good morning, Buenos Diaz. Speaker of the House Kevin McCarthy I will meet with the president at the White House today. Joe BidenAsked Tuesday what he wants from Republicans in Bakersfield, Biden replied, “Show me your budget.”
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Quote of the day: “I have seen so many thoughts and prayers pouring in over the police killing of Tyre Nichols in Memphis, Tennessee. The people of Tennessee demand accountability, and so do the people of Alameda County. .” Alameda County District Attorney Pamela Price has reopened an investigation into eight deaths involving law enforcement.
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where’s gavin Sacramento Announces New Gun Safety Law With Attorney General Rob Bonta and Sen. Anthony Portantino who has New Conceal Carrie Bill after this year Last year’s version sponsored by Bonta I ran out.
Oil opening — Record oil revenue fuels California backlash against industry profitsby Wes Venteicher of POLITICO: The oil industry’s surge in earnings has created an opportunity for Governor Gavin Newsom to pursue the industry’s first industry profit cap. … Timing matters. Oil companies roll out earnings calls as California lawmakers prepare to hold public hearings on Newsom’s proposal to limit profit margins. The amount of oil that fell in the world.
–“This sci-fi map shows where self-driving cars have caused ‘mayhem’by Ricardo Cano of the San Francisco Chronicle: “san francisco firefighters Fighting an apartment fire with two alarms On a recent Sunday morning at the corner of Hayes and Divisadero streets driverless cruise car I entered an active fire station and was nearly run over by a fire hose on the street. “
Recall Reform Redux — In the months after the 2021 Newsom recall failed, seemed likely Lawmakers will ask voters to change the recall process. However, none of the bills circulated in Parliament were voted on. Well Sen. Josh Newman is aiming for 2024, making the recall a simple yes or no proposition and proposing to remove simultaneous selection of alternate candidates. A two-thirds vote in both houses is required to participate in the vote.
In an interview, Newman said time pressures hampered last year’s efforts. It can also “get a more representative voter in the presidential cycle,” he said. The Orange County Democrat, who was fired in 2018 and won the seat again in 2020, said one-question reform was a matter of “honesty and ethics as opposed to opportunistic political campaign ploys.” Claimed to restore the spirit of recall. Even if Newsom’s post-recall momentum wanes, Newman said, “It’s better to do it sooner than wait for the ideal time.”
PORTER PATRONS, via Caitlyn Oprysko of POLITICO: manager Katie Porter Plans to hold a fundraiser for her newly launched Senate bid in Silicon Valley next month, making her the latest critic of the tech giant to make a pilgrimage to Cashflash’s backyard. will headline a fundraising event at Sarah Sands’ Palo Alto home. Her husband is venture capitalist Greg Sands. Like a fundraiser sponsored by Sands for Sen. Amy Klobuchar (D-Minn.) Earlier this month, the event was organized by the Bay Area fundraising group Electing Women Bay Area, according to the invitation. The recommended donation amount is $1,000.
congestion — Los Angeles Unified School District Board Member Nick Melvoin I am officially running for office. Adam Schiff on the CA-30.he will contend with his fellow Democrats Laura Freedman and Sen. Anthony Portantino.
— California Proposes Plan for Colorado River, Competes with Proposals from Other Statesby Camille von Koener and Annie Snyder of POLITICO: California is again negotiating its own over how to handle the dwindling Colorado River, and on Tuesday afternoon, federal officials avoided further cuts to California farmers, arranging cities in Arizona and I propose to impose a heavy burden on the tribe.
–“A winter storm destroyed the Santa Cruz Boardwalk. Is it worth fixing?by Curtis Alexander of the San Francisco Chronicle: “California’s coastal regions are increasingly having to deal with the loss of coastline as a result of rising sea levels and severe storms caused by climate change. “
–“California overturned her murder conviction. ICE still wants her deportedby Tyche Hendricks of KQED: “But Castañeda didn’t give up. In fact, she had found a new sense of purpose. During her years in California prisons, she learned the skills of advocacy. “
–“Why California’s Magnificent Rains Won’t Prevent a Dangerous Fire Season‘, by Hayley Smith of the Los Angeles Times: ‘He said the main concern this year is the timing of drying. In fact, his wet start in January could delay the start of the fire season. “
–“LAPD Director Michelle Moore to serve second five-year termby Libor Jany and Kevin Rector of the Los Angeles Times: “Before voting on Tuesday, the committee called a teleconference to hear from dozens of people who were overwhelmingly opposed to Moore’s re-election.
–“Democrats nominate new members to counter Republican probe involving SchiffPolitico’s Jordan Carney: “Democrats will be the first to oppose Republicans on a panel chaired by Rep. Jim Jordan (R, Ohio), who turned McCarthy’s adversary-turned-ally in the committee’s first hearings centered around the border on Wednesday. test run. In addition to the investigation, Democrats on the Judiciary Committee will be at the forefront of the impeachment inquiry. Because Republicans are calling for the deportation of Mr. Mallorca over his border controls. “
–“CEO apologizes to staff for quoting Martin Luther King Jr. in dismissal emailBy Alyssa Lukpat for The Wall Street Journal. “San Francisco startup chief apologizes for citing Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. in layoff announcement, says her emails to employees were “inappropriate and unnerving” rice field.
–“SF from Twitter: In 15 days we will amend building permits to keep beds at HQ”, by Roland Lee of the San Francisco Chronicle: “Musk and Twitter face more legal issues related to headquarters. The landlord, an affiliate of Shorenstein and JPMorgan Chase, sued the company Two more allegedly missed rent payments this month, totaling $6.8 million. ”
–“KPCC changes company name to LAist 89.3”, by Matt Pearce of the Los Angeles Times: “The new name for the station’s flagship radio channel is the biggest change loyal KPCC listeners will notice, and you can continue to expect the same mix of national NPR programming, local news reports and on-air personalities like Larry Mantle. ”
—UC Berkeley Fires Swimming Coach Terry McIver By Scott M. Reid of The Orange County Register.
–“Troubled California women prison guards face sexual harassment and misconduct lawsuitsSam Stanton of Sacramento Bee
–“Prosecutors charge Alec Baldwin with manslaughter, citing safety breaches and ‘recklessness’ behind ‘Rust’ shootingBy Anusha Sakoui and Meg James for the Los Angeles Times
–“SF pizza parlor fires cashier for refusing to serve police officerby Annie Weinshetin of the San Francisco Chronicle
–“Leading California Conductors Gather at New Festival”, Adam Nagany, The New York Times
— Katie Merrill I will be your general consultant. Barbara Lee Senate campaign
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