Tag Archives: reform

The Future of LA Is in Our Hands — No Excuses for Failing to Vote for Reform of City Hall

Posted on February 28, 2011 by

In 2007, Wendy Greuel, Tom LaBonge, Bernard Parks, Herb Wesson and Greig Smith all ran unopposed in the March City Council primary — proof positive of the electorate’s hopelessness, defeatism and apathy. Only 7 to 13 percent of registered voters … Continue reading →

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Viral Corruption: Antonio and The Unintended Consequences of City Charter Reform

Posted on January 7, 2011 by

LA City Charter Section 231. Powers and DutiesThe Mayor shall have the power and duty to exercise management authority over all departments, agencies and appointed offices of the City … appoint chief administrative officers of City departments and appointed offices, … Continue reading →

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Restoring Democracy — It Won’t Happen Without You

Posted on June 1, 2009 by

EDITOR’S NOTE: This article was published in the current edition of Nina Royal’s North Valley Reporter.By Ron Kaye I chatted recently with a longtime union leader about my belief in grassroots democracy and how people all over Los Angeles could … Continue reading →

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