Forgotten, but not gone; campaign issues: affirmative action

Article Abstract:

The so-called California Civil Rights Initiative (CCRI) was supposed to make opposition to affirmative action (AA) the dominant theme of the Nov 1996 US elections, but thus far, the political impact of CCRI has been muted. Still, polls show that a plurality of California voters favor the anti-AA measure.

Affirmative action, Race relations, Republican Party (United States), Democratic Party (United States)

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Sharp suits: American venture capital

Article Abstract:

Californians will vote in Nov 1996 on a measure sponsored by securities lawyer William Lerach that would expand the rights of shareholders to file class action 'strike' lawsuits. Opponents, led by high-tech executives and venture capitalists, claim that passage will harm to their industries.

High technology industry, Class actions (Civil procedure), Class action lawsuits, Laws, regulations and rules, Stockholders, Venture capital

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The prince of Sacramento

Article Abstract:

Willie Brown has become a prime candidate to enter the gubernatorial race in California, although he denies any desire to run for governor. Brown is the most prominent Democrat in California politics, and he managed to defeat Governor Wilson's budget initiative.

Political activity, Brown, Willie (American politician)

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