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Tapestry Barry Pruett Tapestry Barry Pruett

The Shifting Sands of Power: From Elites to Trump and the People

In the United States, the balance of power has historically oscillated between various groups, shaped by economic, political, and social forces. One of the most dramatic shifts in recent times occurred with the election of Donald Trump in 2016, and again recently in 2024, which many interpret as a significant realignment from traditional power structures dominated by elites and bureaucracy to a more populist, people-centric model.

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Unusual Times in Shasta County

A trustworthy election system must be robust against human error, machine error, and exploitation. Analysis of Shasta County’s audit logs from the 2024 March Primary leaves more questions than answers.

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Tapestry Amy Young Tapestry Amy Young

Observing the 2024 Primary Election

Citizens have a right to observe elections, including ballot counting. In years past, observers’ experiences in Nevada County weren’t always positive. This year, observers report improvements, but some questions remain.

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