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noligarchy power games
April 1, 2026

Abdul El-Sayed’s Senate Opponent Is a Phony Populist

SOURCE_URL::https://jacobin.com/2026/04/mcmorrow-surveillance-pricing-cynical-campaign/||SOURCE_NAME::Jacobin (“State Senator” OR “State Senate” OR “State Representative” OR “State House” OR “State House of Representatives” OR “State Assembly” OR “General Assembly” OR “House Delegate” OR “Member of the Assembl)

Mallory McMorrow’s campaign against surveillance pricing raises questions about her true commitment to the cause. Her legislative record tells a different story.

noligarchy public impact
April 1, 2026

Early to Rise – The Uproar

SOURCE_URL::https://nashuproar.org/79234/news/early-to-rise-2/||SOURCE_NAME::MERCK via yashk on Inoreader ((“School Board” OR “School Board Member” OR “Board of Education” OR “Board of Education Member” OR “Community College Trustee” OR “College Board Trustee” OR “Water District Board” OR “Fire District Co)

The North Allegheny School Board is facing scrutiny over a potential decision that could impact local students. This measure, though not yet voted on, has stirred significant community concern.

noligarchy institutional decay
March 31, 2026

It’s still unclear how much robotaxi companies rely on remote assistance — even after a Senator asked.

SOURCE_URL::https://www.theverge.com/transportation/904796/its-still-unclear-how-much-robotaxi-companies-rely-on-remote-assistance-even-after-a-senator-asked||SOURCE_NAME::The Verge – QuickPosts (“President of the United States” OR “Vice President of the United States” OR “U.S. Senator” OR “United States Senator” OR “U.S. House of Representatives” OR “U.S. Representative” OR “Member of Congres)

Senator Ed Markey’s report highlights serious safety gaps and a lack of transparency in the autonomous vehicle industry. The refusal of companies to disclose remote assistance usage raises concerns about regulatory oversight.

noligarchy rigged systems
March 31, 2026

Ex-NYPD Sergeant and 3 Others Arrested in Bribery Probe Linked to City Council

SOURCE_URL::https://www.thecity.nyc/2026/03/31/bribery-investigation-city-council-hochul-aid-louis/||SOURCE_NAME::THE CITY – All (“Governor” OR “Lieutenant Governor” OR “Attorney General” OR “Secretary of State” OR “State Treasurer” OR “State Auditor” OR “State Comptroller” OR “Comptroller” OR “Controller” OR “Commissioner of Ag)

A retired NYPD sergeant and three others have been arrested as part of a bribery investigation involving a City Council member and state officials. This scandal raises serious questions about corruption in local governance.

noligarchy power games
March 31, 2026

Organized Money: California Attorney General Rob Bonta Is Not Done With Ticketmaster

SOURCE_URL::https://prospect.org/2026/03/31/organized-money-california-attorney-general-rob-bonta-ticketmaster-live-nation-amazon-meta-tiktok-paramount-warner/||SOURCE_NAME::The American Prospect (“Governor” OR “Lieutenant Governor” OR “Attorney General” OR “Secretary of State” OR “State Treasurer” OR “State Auditor” OR “State Comptroller” OR “Comptroller” OR “Controller” OR “Commissioner of Ag)

California Attorney General Rob Bonta is stepping up to fill the antitrust enforcement gap left by the federal government. His active cases could reshape corporate accountability in the state.

noligarchy follow the money
March 31, 2026

States Sue USDA Over Gender Ideology, Illegal Immigration Rules to Get Billions in Funding

SOURCE_URL::https://www.judicialwatch.org/states-sue-usda-over-gender-ideology-illegal-immigration-rules-to-get-billions-in-funding/||SOURCE_NAME::Judicial Watch (“Governor” OR “Lieutenant Governor” OR “Attorney General” OR “Secretary of State” OR “State Treasurer” OR “State Auditor” OR “State Comptroller” OR “Comptroller” OR “Controller” OR “Commissioner of Ag)

Twenty Democrat-run states are suing the USDA over new funding conditions that threaten essential welfare programs. This lawsuit highlights the struggle over federal funding and ideological compliance.

noligarchy institutional decay
March 31, 2026

Vallejo school district ousts contractor who said he’d make students ‘champions for Christ’

SOURCE_URL::https://www.vallejosun.com/vallejo-school-district-ousts-contractor-who-said-hed-make-students-champions-for-christ/||SOURCE_NAME::The Vallejo Sun ((“School Board” OR “School Board Member” OR “Board of Education” OR “Board of Education Member” OR “Community College Trustee” OR “College Board Trustee” OR “Water District Board” OR “Fire District Co)

The Vallejo City Unified School District terminated its contract with a contractor after discovering his intentions to promote religious teachings in schools. This decision raises critical questions about governance and accountability in education.

noligarchy public impact
March 31, 2026

Mayor Owens appoints replacement for ousted commissioner on Syracuse school board

SOURCE_URL::https://www.localsyr.com/education/mayor-owens-appoints-replacement-for-ousted-commissioner-on-syracuse-school-board/||SOURCE_NAME::WSYR ((“School Board” OR “School Board Member” OR “Board of Education” OR “Board of Education Member” OR “Community College Trustee” OR “College Board Trustee” OR “Water District Board” OR “Fire District Co)

Syracuse Mayor Sharon Owens has appointed Desire Ndagijimana to the school board, filling the vacancy left by the ousting of commissioner Twiggy Billue. This decision raises questions about accountability in local governance.

noligarchy public impact
March 31, 2026

Concord Ed Board Set to Approve Budget with Double-Digit Tax Increase

SOURCE_URL::https://www.concordmonitor.com/2026/03/31/still-at-double-its-stated-goal-of-no-more-than-a-5-tax-increase-concord-ed-board-to-settle-budget-tuesday-night/||SOURCE_NAME::Concord Monitor ((“School Board” OR “School Board Member” OR “Board of Education” OR “Board of Education Member” OR “Community College Trustee” OR “College Board Trustee” OR “Water District Board” OR “Fire District Co)

The Concord Board of Education is poised to approve a budget that could raise local school taxes by over 12%, significantly impacting public education funding. Residents demand the board reconsider proposed cuts to vital positions.

noligarchy public impact
March 31, 2026

‘Dirtbag’ scammed elderly woman in Florida out of $120K, sheriff says

SOURCE_URL::https://nationalcybersecurity.com/dirtbag-scammed-elderly-woman-in-florida-out-of-120k-sheriff-says-datingscams-romancescams/||SOURCE_NAME::National Cyber Security (“County Commissioner” OR “County Supervisor” OR “Board of Supervisors” OR “County Executive” OR “County Judge Executive” OR “County Judge” OR “Sheriff” OR “County Sheriff” OR “District Attorney” OR “P)

A 20-year-old man has been arrested for scamming an elderly woman out of $120,000 in Florida, raising concerns about public safety and fraud. This case may link to broader fraud schemes affecting victims across multiple states.