Council

Cypress City Council Set to Vote on Switching to District Elections Amid Lawsuit Alleging Asian American Voter Disenfranchisement

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CYPRESS, California – The city of Cypress is considering a switch to a district election system after facing a lawsuit alleging that the current at-large system disenfranchises Asian American voters. This move is part of a larger trend in California, where voting rights groups have been advocating for local governments to transition away from at-large systems that they argue disproportionately impact voters of color. While many cities have complied with legal threats and lawsuits, Cypress, along with the city of Brea, initially resisted the change. However, the Cypress City Council is expected to vote on … Read more

Longview City Council Member and Lawyer Launches Mayoral Campaign, Bringing Fresh Perspective to the City

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LONGVIEW, Texas – Longview City Council member and attorney Kristen Ishihara is launching her campaign to become the new Mayor of Longview. Ishihara, who moved to Longview in 2006 after graduating from Baylor Law School, previously served as the city council member for District 4 from 2014 to 2023. During her time in Longview, Ishihara has been actively involved in various community organizations. She served as president of the Junior League of Longview, and was a member of the Gregg County Bar Association and East Texas CASA. She also co-founded the East Texas Alzheimer’s Alliance, … Read more

Senegal’s Constitutional Council Delivers Blow to Opposition Leader Sonko’s Presidential Aspirations, Sparking Legal Battle

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DAKAR, Senegal — The Senegal Constitutional Council has barred opposition leader Ousmane Sonko from running in the upcoming presidential election. This decision is a blow to the hopes of his supporters, who see him as a strong contender against incumbent President Macky Sall. The council stated that Sonko did not meet the legal requirements to run for president due to an ongoing legal case against him. Sonko, a former tax inspector and rising political star, has been accused of rape by a beauty salon employee. He denies the allegations and claims they are politically motivated. … Read more