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  • Officers shot Stephon Clark. A debate over deadly force is now brewing in Sacramento.

    In March 2018, two Sacramento police officers shot and killed Stephon Clark, an unarmed black man. Following the District Attorney's decision not to prosecute the officers, protesters took to the streets in opposition.

    Despite a largely peaceful protesters, Sacramento Police decided to arrest 84 people. Among the detainees were three reporters. Sacramento Bee reporter Sam Stanton discusses what he saw, as his colleague was put in handcuffs.
    Later in the show, Democratic Assemblymembers Kevin McCarty and Shirley Weber chime in to promote a plan that would raise the standard under which officers could use deadly force.
    Finally, former Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger makes the cut for our Buzz of the Week segment for his comments about refusing to endorse Donald Trump during the 2016 presidential election.
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    38 min
  • Democrats are 'the enemy': CA GOP picks new leader

    California Republicans flocked to Sacramento last weekend for the party's annual convention. The GOP selected a new leader, and questions remain about how Republicans can return to relevancy in the state.

    Later in the show, Sen. Dianne Feinstein makes the cut for our Buzz of the Week segment for her heated interaction with children pushing the Green New Deal.
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    24 min
  • Medicare-for-all, universal, single-payer: What exactly does Gavin Newsom want?

    California Gov. Gavin Newsom has ambitious goals for the state when it comes to health care. But what exactly is his vision for the state’s health care system? This week on the podcast, Bee reporter Sophia Bollag explains.

    Later in the show, Assemblyman Jim Patterson, R-Fresno, discusses an audit request to examine the state’s handling of the Motor Voter program — which began registering Californians to vote in April 2018. His proposal comes in response to a Sacramento Bee investigation that found elections officials expressed concerns to Secretary of State Alex Padilla about the program’s launch.
    Finally, this week's Buzz of the Week comes from Assemblyman Mike Gipson, who shared a personal story this week while pushing for stricter gun regulations.
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    24 min
  • When Paradise became hell

    The Camp Fire has taken the lives of 86 people and has put PG&E in financial peril. We take a look back at the most devastating wildfire in California history.

    Later in the show, Travis Allen discusses his campaign to be the next leader of the California GOP. He believes the party should align itself closer with President Donald Trump.
    Finally, in place of our Buzz of the Week segment, we play the full, unedited interview with Congressman Adam Schiff that was cut off in our last episode.
    For more information on today's episode, visit https://www.sacbee.com/podcasts/california-nation/article224979315.html.
    You can watch the full documentary, "When Paradise became Hell" here: https://www.sacbee.com/news/article223786265.html.
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    46 min
  • CA Democrats have lots of power. What will they do with it?

    California Democrats will have historic majorities in the Legislature. But what will they do with it? Assembly Speaker Anthony Rendon and Senate leader Toni Atkins discuss their plans.

    Later in the show, Congressman Adam Schiff discusses his plans for investigating President Donald Trump. He also weighs in on the government shutdown, possible presidential plans, and the status of Special Counsel Robert Mueller's investigation.
    Finally, Dutch Newsom wins Buzz of the Week for his cameo during his father's inaugural address.
    For more information on today's episode, please visit https://www.sacbee.com/news/politics-government/capitol-alert/article224197130.html.
    Got Buzz of the Week suggestions? Call 916-326-5538. Send show feedback to host Bryan Anderson at [email protected].

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    26 min
  • Kamala Harris aide resigns over sexual misconduct claims

    Questions are being raised about whether Sen. Kamala Harris knew about her aide's sexual misconduct claims. Harris denies having any such knowledge.

    Later in the show, California Attorney General Xavier Becerra discusses the state's ongoing lawsuits against the Trump administration. Finally, one state senator makes an interesting offer in our Buzz of the Week segment.
    For more information on today's episode, visit https://www.sacbee.com/podcasts/california-nation/article223266370.html.

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    21 min
  • Blue wave hits California. What should Gavin Newsom do with it?

    Movers and shakers in the world of California politics offer advice for Gavin Newsom, the state's next governor. Two political consultants also evaluate what the midterms mean for Republicans and Democrats going forward.

    Guests on today's show (in order of appearance) include Kristin Olsen, Jon Coupal, Gov. Gray Davis, Roger Salazar and Mike Madrid.
    For more information on today's episode and how to assist wildfire victims, visit https://www.sacbee.com/podcasts/california-nation/article221674460.html.
    Got Buzz of the Week suggestions? Call 916-326-5538. Send show feedback to host Bryan Anderson at [email protected].

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    29 min
  • 48 hours in California's House battlegrounds

    If Democrats want to regain control of the U.S. House of Representatives, they'll likely need to pick up a few seats in California. Orange County has become the epicenter for fierce and expensive congressional fights, as Republicans look to fend off their toughest competition yet.

    For more information on today's episode, visit https://www.sacbee.com/podcasts/california-nation/article220931535.html.
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    22 min
  • Nuts! Walnut growers in trouble amid Trump's trade war

    California walnut farmers could be the latest casualty in President Trump's escalating trade. Countries like China have retaliated with tariffs on agricultural commodities coming out of the United States. To address the problem in the walnut industry, Trump is giving producers $34.6 million. This pales in comparison to the $1.5 billion California walnut growers generate each year.

    Later in the show, billionaire Democratic activist Tom Steyer explains how he is using his Trump impeachment petition to mobilize Democrats ahead of the midterms. Finally, we answer one person's DMV question in our Buzz of the Week segment.
    For more information on today's episode, visit https://www.sacbee.com/news/politics-government/capitol-alert/article220470075.html.
    Got Buzz of the Week suggestions? Call 916-326-5538. Send show feedback to host Bryan Anderson at [email protected].

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    29 min
  • Inside California's ongoing DMV saga

    State motor vehicle departments across the country are seeing rising wait times for customers. California's Department of Motor Vehicles has become the epicenter of a problem with long wait lines, as it struggles to implement new laws and modernize technology.

    Later in the show, Rep. Tom McClintock and Democratic challenger Jessica Morse discuss their bid for a contested House seat. Finally, Republican gubernatorial candidate John Cox makes it onto Buzz of the Week for his passionate comments on affordability.
    For more information on today's episode, visit https://www.sacbee.com/news/politics-government/capitol-alert/article219809920.html.
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    34 min

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The Sacramento Bee presents California Nation, your go-to source for the latest political news from the world's fifth-largest economy. Each show, we focus on what's happening way out West and how it…