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Police · Accountability
September 2, 2026
The Strange World of Politics - Episode 18: The Police Are Our Security Guards — And the Voters Are the Bosses
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September 2, 2026
The Strange World of Politics — Episode 17: Want to Put Up a Campaign Sign? First, Learn the Rules
Read more »City Finances · Accountability · Strange World of Politics Series
September 1, 2026
The Strange World of Politics - Episode 16: Who Watches City Hall? Culver City Needs a Truly Independent Ethics and Fraud Hotline
Read more »CCSUD · Culver City Schools · City Finances · Parcel Taxes · Strange World of Politics Series
September 1, 2026
The Strange World of Politics - Episode 15: CCUSD Has a 3% Reserve. Why Not Help It Reach 13%?
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September 1, 2026
The Strange World of Politics - Episode 14: What Does It Cost to Mail a Campaign Postcard?
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August 31, 2026
The Strange World of Politics - Episode 13: Everybody Wants to Know What Box You Fit Into
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August 31, 2026
The Strange World of Politics - Episode 12: Where Did My Campaign Go?
Read more »CCSUD · School Financing
August 25, 2026