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THE CALIFORNIA DIVIDE
A statewide media collaboration to raise awareness about poverty and income inequality through in-depth journalism and community outreach.
ECONOMY
Commentary
Policy traps that imperil California’s job market
Here are three things policymakers must stop doing so California can create healthy employment growth for economic recovery.
EDUCATION
College Journalism Network
The network brings together student journalists from across the state to collaborate on group reporting projects, pitch and write stories for CalMatters and our media partners, and receive training.
College Beat
College Beat is produced by the CalMatters College Journalism Network, a collaboration between CalMatters and student journalists across the state.
Commentary
Latest ethnic studies plan sets the right tone for the future
Ethnic studies promises a higher level of engagement for marginalized student groups and a heightened awareness of cultural engagement.
Creating pathways to postsecondary education will help ensure success
Here’s why investing in programs to promote postsecondary education is necessary to meet California’s future workforce needs.
ENVIRONMENT
PROJECT SPOTLIGHT
Commentary
California needs comprehensive groundwater management
The Department of Water Resources should enhance groundwater protection with changes to California’s Sustainable Groundwater Management Act.
POLITICS AND THE CAPITOL
PROJECT SPOTLIGHT
Commentary
Governor delivers a State of Newsom address
As California Gov. Gavin Newsom faces a recall election, is he managing the COVID-19 pandemic scientifically or politically?
COMMENTARY
My Turn
How to expand internet access for Californians
AB 537 would develop a universal, streamlined permitting process for high-speed internet projects to help bridge the digital divide.
Gun violence researchers need data to find solutions
The Attorney General’s office is blocking access to key data that gun violence researchers need; AB 1237 would remove the red tape.
DAN WALTERS
Drought hits California — and Newsom
As California faces another drought, it adds another factor in the recall campaign aimed at Gov. Gavin Newsom.
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HOUSING
Commentary
We should support modular housing units made in California
Costs of affordable housing projects are truly staggering, but using modular components can save time and money.
HEALTH
Commentary
Health coverage for undocumented would be good policy
State lawmakers are deliberating bills to extend health coverage to more low-income Californians, regardless of immigration status.
JUSTICE
Commentary
Law enforcement should get backlog of rape kits tested
Law enforcement’s indifference to a rape kit backlog reporting requirement is stunning; Legislature should hold agencies accountable.
IMMIGRATION
Commentary
Why it’s important for California that DACA recipients be provided permanent resident status
The American Dream and Promise Act recently passed by the House of Representatives is a positive step in the right direction.
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