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Accurate data is hard to come by, but one poll suggests many supported progressive priorities and liberal candidates.

People experiencing homelessness are more likely to die from transportation-related injuries than the general population.

The state’s landmark climate law survived a repeal effort — and has raised billions of dollars. Here’s where that money is going.

Accurate data is hard to come by, but one poll suggests many supported progressive priorities and liberal candidates.

Amid mounting drought, changing federal leadership and stalled state negotiations, new federal proposals aim to chart a forward path.

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