Melanie Mason

Los Angeles Times

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Reporter for the Los Angeles Times, covering state government and politics in Sacramento

Melanie Mason on KCRW

KCRW talks about Kamala Harris’ family history, influences, and rise in politics — with Melanie Mason, who’s covering the 2020 presidential campaign for the LA Times.

Kamala Harris’ backstory and who influenced her policy views

KCRW talks about Kamala Harris’ family history, influences, and rise in politics — with Melanie Mason, who’s covering the 2020 presidential campaign for the LA Times.

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Six women told the LA Times that Bocanegra did things like grope them, kiss them, and ask for dates repeatedly.

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