Thomas Pickering

The genocide in Gaza has brought the issue of Israel — and what it represents for Jewish people — into the forefront of Jewish communities worldwide.

In the 365 days following the events of Oct. 7, the situation in the Middle East is as complicated as ever.

Amidst the hype, excitement and nervousness of the election, the bigger picture of what the United States is and how it operates often gets lost on people.

A ballot initiative would expand the number of LA County supervisors and create a new executive job, in the biggest change to local governance in generations.

In the midst of election season, conversations revolving around the levers of power become more frequent, and in the case of a U.S.

By proving how much money Little Arabia brings to Orange County, advocates got Anaheim to post highway signs pointing travelers to that ethnic neighborhood.

The recent hurricanes unleashed a storm of conspiracies. Could Omaha voters decide the nation’s fate? Plus, an indie newsletter saved a politically divided marriage.

The outcome of congressional races in Orange County could determine whether Republicans keep their majority in the House of Representatives.

What is a “never Trump” Republican? Both Trump and Harris are trying to win over swing and Centrist voters. Plus, conflict in the Middle East turns to Lebanon.