Christopher Ingraham is a reporter for the Washington Post's Wonkblog.
Christopher Ingraham on KCRW
More from KCRW
Will fractured GOP heal after a fight over Ukraine aid?
PoliticsWill the GOP be more unified following the passage of a new foreign aid bill? What could shifts in support for RFK mean for the election?
OC showdown: Two supervisor seats up for grabs in crowded race
Orange CountyThe race for two open supervisor seats is heating up in Orange County. Two candidates might compete in the November run-off election if no one receives more than 50% of votes.
How Trump and Biden’s unpopularity could affect congressional races
PoliticsCould the presidential nominees hurt their congressional colleagues down the ballot? Plus, we examine the president’s response to an Easter controversy.
November run-off elections take center stage in OC
PoliticsEarly results point to several run-off elections in Orange County, setting up competitive races for supervisors and congressional seats.
Prioritizing happiness in state laws is focus of new committee
PoliticsA committee wants to invest in the happiness of Californias with data-proven ideas. But a multi-billion dollar state budget deficit looms over their efforts.
CA’s Prop 1 narrowly passes to reform mental health spending
PoliticsWith the narrow approval of Governor Gavin Newsom’s $6.4 billion mental health bond, Prop 1, the work begins to build thousands of treatment beds.
Can the media get election coverage right this time around?
PoliticsHow should the media cover a Biden/Trump rematch? What mistakes did we see in coverage of the special counsel testimony? Should perception influence policy?
Women to take record number of seats in CA Legislature
PoliticsThis fall, women lawmakers are slated to make up the majority in the California Legislature — a historical first. They could lead on reproductive care and family leave.
Free speech v. privacy: Limiting protests near homes in OC
Orange CountyThe cities of Irvine and Santa Ana failed to pass an ordinance that would have required protestors to stand at least 300 feet from private residences.