"Perception is reality." This oft-cited idea, popularized in the 1980s by political strategist Lee Atwater, underscores a fundamental truth: how people interpret events shape their beliefs, actions, and trust in institutions.

In the realm of elections, few phrases capture the current divide in California better. When President Donald Trump labels the state's elections as "rigged," reactions split sharply. Some see outright treason warranting extreme measures. Others dismiss it as conspiracy rhetoric. Many, however, point to democratically enacted laws that have ...

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