Elections
Stay informed about Santa Monica's electoral process through our comprehensive election coverage. From city council races and local measures to school board elections and voter initiatives, we provide detailed reporting on the issues and candidates shaping our city's future. Our coverage includes candidate profiles, ballot measure analysis, voting information, and election results for all local contests. Follow campaign developments, debate coverage, voter guides, and election procedures through our timely reporting. Whether tracking specific races or seeking general election information, trust Santa Monica Daily Press for thorough, nonpartisan coverage of local democratic processes.
SMDP endorsements on props and measures: Propositions dominated by special interest groups
California’s proposition system is very broken and has been for a while but this year really shows how grotesque our...
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SMC Candidate Questions: Patrick Acosta II
Five candidates, including three incumbents and two newcomers, are vying for four open seats on the Santa Monica College Board...
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City council candidates share priorities
Priorities: All 11 Santa Monica City Council candidates filled out a Daily Press questionnaire ranking their priorities should they be...
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SMC Candidate Questions: Sion Roy
Five candidates, including three incumbents and two newcomers, are vying for four open seats on the Santa Monica College Board...
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SMC Candidate Questions: Tom Peters
Five candidates, including three incumbents and two newcomers, are vying for four open seats on the Santa Monica College Board...
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Current Elections 2022: Darling, Park Look to Fill Vacant CD11 Seat
Jamie Paige Special to the Daily Press The Westside of Los Angeles will get a new City Council member in...
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Election 2022: Hertzberg, Horvath Vie to Fill Seat Kuehl is Vacating
Jamie Paige Special to the Daily Press One of the most critical races facing voters in 2022 is in LA...
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SMC Candidate Questions: Nancy Greenstein
Five candidates, including three incumbents and two newcomers, are vying for four open seats on the Santa Monica College Board...
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School Board Candidate: Angela DiGaetano
All candidates were given an opportunity to provide written answers to a set of questions provided by SMDP and two...
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Los Angeles leader in racism scandal resigns Council seat
BRIAN MELLEY and DON THOMPSON, Associated Press The former president of the Los Angeles City Council resigned from public office...
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