This is California: The Battle of 187
In 1994 an anti-immigrant ballot initiative rocked the state of California. It turned the state into the progressive beacon it is today, but also paved the way for Donald Trump to be elected president. The Battle of 187 is hosted by award-winning reporter Gustavo Arellano and is a collaboration between the Los Angeles Times and Futuro Studios. This is California features thought-provoking, sound-rich stories about California and the West. Learn more.
Series
In 1994 an anti-immigrant ballot initiative rocked the state of California. It turned the state into the progressive beacon it is today, but also paved the way for Donald Trump to be elected president. The Battle of 187 is hosted by award-winning reporter Gustavo Arellano and is a collaboration between the Los Angeles Times and Futuro Studios. This is California features thought-provoking, sound-rich stories about California and the West
Episodes from Series
Introducing This is California: The Battle of 187
Ep. 1: They Keep Coming
Ep. 2: Save Our State
Ep. 3: Thank You, Pete Wilson
Bonus Episode: Re-Pete
WRITTEN AND REPORTED
Gustavo ArellanoMarlon Bishop
EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS
Marlon BishopAbbie Fentress Swanson
EDITORS
Hector BecerraReed JohnsonShelby GradJulia Turner
ENGINEERS
Stephanie LebowMike Heflin
PRODUCTION HELP
Leta HallowellAdriana TapiaPaige Haimsen
