Kimberly Ellis wants to be chairwoman of the state Democratic Party, one of the most influential political forces in the nation. She has visited Fresno twice in recent weeks to make her case to local party activists. Many of those party faithful will have a hand in selecting their next...
Lawsuit Alleges Assault by Ex-Leader of California Democrats
SACRAMENTO — A California Democratic Party staffer has filed a lawsuit against his employer and its former chairman alleging assault, sexual battery and sexual harassment. William Floyd's lawsuit alleges former party chairman Eric Bauman forcibly performed oral sex on him three times between 2016 and 2018, and that Bauman groped...
Bauman Steps Down as California Democratic Party Chair
SACRAMENTO — California Democratic Party Chairman Eric Bauman is resigning following sexual misconduct allegations. Bauman announced his decision Thursday, hours after Governor-elect Gavin Newsom called for him to step aside. Bauman released a statement that does not specifically address the allegations against him. He says he's come to the realization...
Top California Democrat on Leave Amid Sex Misconduct Inquiry
SACRAMENTO — The chair of the California Democratic Party took a leave of absence Monday amid an investigation into sexual misconduct allegations against him. Eric Bauman's leave will last until an outside investigation ends, party spokesman Mike Roth said. "Chair Bauman believes this decision is the best way to ensure...
CA Democratic Party Chief Sings New Tune on In-N-Out
The California Democratic chairman who supported a boycott of a burger chain now yearns for a double-double. I’m all in for a double-double - no cheese - as long as no one tells my Rabbi... And then I want the onions grilled! https://t.co/HasLoT5hdD — EricBauman (@EricBauman) September 4, 2018 Last...
Clovis on the Housing Hook? Millions at Stake.
Clovis Housing At Odds with State? The Clovis council hears a report tonight (March 12) about how the city is complying with state housing mandates. The short answer: they are not. And, it could cost them more than $2 million in state funding. The city is short 4,425 housing units....