In this special episode of Democracy Is, we feature CCC's newest project, the California Initiative for Technology and Democracy -- CITED, for short -- that seeks solutions to the dangers that AI, disinformation, and deepfakes pose to our elections.

Today, we bring you a recording from CITED’s capitol briefing earlier this year. These two panels feature speakers with unparalleled experience and expertise on the topic.

Join us as we tackle AI and answer the question -- is it too late to combat the threat of AI to our democracy?

The LA City Council entails one of the biggest metropolitan governments, right here in California.

This episode unravels the corruption scandals shaking Los Angeles City Hall—from Councilmember Jose Huizar's federal charges to Nury Martinez's gerrymandering controversy.

Journey through LA's political history, exploring Mayor Sam Yorty's tenure and the 1980s Library scandal, exposing a pattern of corruption. Each council member represents more than a quarter million residents and with a $10 billion budget, City Council decisions impact every aspect of Angelenos' lives.

Our experts dissect the web of corruption—redistricting, bribery, pay-to-play, and lobbying—calling for transparency and reform. Local organizers share grassroots perspectives, emphasizing community involvement.

Join us in unveiling the truth about LA's democracy and what can be done about it.

On Democracy Is, we embark on a thought-provoking exploration of the intricate challenges posed by misinformation and disinformation in our digital age. How are social media algorithms weaponized to alter election outcomes? Continuing our journey, we navigate the ever-shifting terrain of social media regulation and privacy reform. How are policies evolving to address the growing concerns surrounding disparate access to information and user privacy? How has digital policy evolved to promote the ethical sharing of information online?

This episode features exclusive interviews with Nora Benavidez, Senior Counsel of Free Press, and Jinxia Niu, Program Manager of Chinese for Affirmative Action. Together, we navigate the nuanced landscape of misinformation and disinformation, exploring policies and strategies crucial for building a resilient democracy.

Learn more about what we do and how you can become a member at www.commoncause.org/california