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fromThe Mercury News
1 week ago

Millennial Democrat Ian Calderon announces bid for California governor

The Whittier Democrat is framing his candidacy as one from a "new generation of leadership." He was 27 when he became the first millennial to be elected to the state Assembly in 2012. But he was no newcomer even then - Calderon comes from a line of politicians from southeast Los Angeles County. His father, Charles Calderon, started the dynasty when he was elected to the Assembly in 1982.
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fromwirehub.medianewsgroup.com
1 week ago

Millennial Democrat Ian Calderon announces bid for California governor

He was 27 when he became the first millennial to be elected to the state Assembly in 2012. But he was no newcomer even then Calderon comes from a line of politicians from southeast Los Angeles County. His father, Charles Calderon, started the dynasty when he was elected to the Assembly in 1982. Two of his uncles also served in the Legislature and federal prison for corruption.
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fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 months ago

Thai ex-PM Thaksin could face 15 years in prison in royal defamation case

Thaksin Shinawatra faces royal defamation charges that could result in 15 years in prison, coinciding with his daughter Paetongtarn's suspension.
fromenglish.elpais.com
3 months ago

President Eric Trump? The Republican's family floats the idea of a political dynasty

Eric Trump expressed an openness to following a political path, suggesting that other family members could also pursue similar careers. He noted, 'I think the political path would be an easy one'}},{
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fromwww.aljazeera.com
4 months ago

Philippines election results: Who won, who lost and what's next?

Duterte's influence in Davao City politics persists despite his detention, with favorable election results for his family-backed candidates indicating their enduring power.
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