🧑‍⚖️ Civil Liberties: Progressive, but Watch the Edges California is a national leader in civil liberties, but even here, watchdogs stay busy: ACLU Presence: The state has three major ACLU affiliates working across Northern, Southern, and border regions. Privacy Battles: Groups like California Civil Liberties Advocacy warn that bills like SB 690 could erode privacy protections. Police Reform & Surveillance: California has led on body cams and chokehold bans, but critics say surveillance tech is expanding too fast. Speech & Protest Rights: Strong protections exist, but some argue that progressive norms can create informal censorship—especially on campuses. In short, California is not autocratic, but it’s a state where power is concentrated, regulation is intense, and freedom is fiercely debated.

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