Swing states passed new election laws since the 2020 election, and the effects could have major consequences. The raft of new legislation includes a voter ID law, cutting absentee ballot options and requires ballots to be hand counted. Yet, other states enacted laws which expand access to voting, ease the process and ensure a quick and safe count, according to the Brennan … [Read more...] about The Swing State Election Laws that Could Decide the Presidency
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Davenport Discussions Welcome Almis Udrys ’01 Back to Campus
The Davenport Institute of the School of Public Policy held its second discussion event at the Executive Center Dining Room on Sept. 23.Students were invited to listen to Public Policy alum Almis Udrys MPP ‘01 on Sept. 23. He shared his experiences as a state and local policymaker and offered advice to the next generation of policymakers. Udrys is a former Assistant … [Read more...] about Davenport Discussions Welcome Almis Udrys ’01 Back to Campus
Malibu Holds Annual Safety and Preparedness Fair
Malibu held its 5th annual Safety and Preparedness Fair at City Hall on Sept. 15. Hundreds of Malibu locals gathered at City Hall to meet local law enforcement and learn how to be prepared for a natural disaster. The annual fair offered more than 30 booths including law enforcement and disaster preparedness companies, according to its website. The aim of the fair is to … [Read more...] about Malibu Holds Annual Safety and Preparedness Fair
Service on Show at Pepperdine’s 35th Step Forward Day
Students, staff, faculty and alumni all got to work an the 35th annual Step Forward Day on Sept. 7.The Waves of Flags at Alumni Park was one of many events that the Pepperdine community could serve in throughout the week, according to Christin Shatzer Román, Pepperdine's director of Community Engagement and Service."We had about 600 people signed up for today, and then we … [Read more...] about Service on Show at Pepperdine’s 35th Step Forward Day
Community, Chili and Carnival Rides At Malibu Chili Cook-Off
The Malibu community came together at the 42nd Annual Malibu Chili Cook-Off. Newcomers and seasoned veterans of the festivities celebrated Labor Day weekend judging chili, supporting local business and enjoying carnival rides. The Malibu Chili Cook-Off ran through the holiday weekend from Aug. 30 to Sept. 2. The festival saw more than 25,000 attendees walk through its gates … [Read more...] about Community, Chili and Carnival Rides At Malibu Chili Cook-Off