This resource from the White House website explains the powers of the state and local government as separate from the powers of the federal government. The White House official website also provides information on all branches of the U.S. Government, including the Executive and Legislative branches. This resource should be used to better understand the power each branch holds, which is important to keep in mind when voting for a candidate to hold each office.
Elections and Voter Information
This resource from the California Secretary of State is the official website for voter information for the State of California. Information about current and past elections can be found here, as well as how the vote counting system works, how to track your ballot, voter registration and status, and information presented in different languages.
This resource from the CA Capitol Museum provides information on the California Government. It explains the different branches of government within the State of California and provides information on the Senators, Representatives, the Governor, and Judges. This resource should be used to learn more about how the government of California works.
Voting is available at the county level in California. Measures and candidates on your ballot will be for the State of California in addition to your specific city, county, and district. You will be able to vote for who and what will directly impact where you live.
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To find which county you belong to, you can use the California Secretary of State’s County Elections Map. The map provides contact and website information on each county.
Orange County Registrar of Voters
The Orange County Registrar of Voters website provides essential record management and elections services to Orange County residents. They ensure equal access to the election process by providing information on candidates, elections, and voting information. There are resources for registering to vote, sample ballots, voting results, and data and research.
Los Angeles County Registrar-Recorder/County Clerk
The Los Angeles County Registrar-Recorder/County Clerk website provides essential record management and elections services. It provides information on past, current, and upcoming elections in LA County. There are resources for registering to vote, sample ballots, voting results, and candidate statements.
Statistical information on elections is available through both official government sources and outside data analytics. Statistics help explain how people vote on the local and county levels. Statistical resources include voter turnouts, election results, and voter demographics.
