The Question

Is state Attorney General Jerry Brown right to defend Prop. 8?

Yes, he is representing the majority view
No, he has an obligation to protect the minority from the tyranny of the majority
Yes, he must defend a law the people created
No, as governor he opposed the majority on housing discrimination

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Troubled State Of CA

It's long past time we took responsib - ility for our finances.

Theme Of The Season

Electorate seems to be serious about its hunger for change.


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