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After 250 years, the right to vote is at risk. California must do more to protect it
This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. Guest Commentary written by Christian Arana Christian Arana is vice president of civic power at the Latino Community Foundation. This Fourth of July marks the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence. Americans will reflect on Thomas Jefferson’s enduring adage that governments derive […]
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According to Redwood City Pulse’s source item, After 250 years, the right to vote is at risk. California must do more to protect it, This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. Guest Commentary written by Christian Arana Christian Arana is vice president of civic power at the Latino Community Foundation. This Fourth of July marks the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence. Americans will reflect on Thomas Jefferson’s enduring adage that governments derive […]
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- After 250 years, the right to vote is at risk. California must do more to protect itRedwood City Pulse - 2026-06-02T12:00:00+00:00
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