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The best way California can prepare for Trump? Fix its state government

Gov. Gavin Newsom's plan to "Trump-proof" California takes a defensive approach to solving a problem that will outlast Trump: improving the effectiveness of our state government.

By Bob Stonebrook • noviembre 25, 2024

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California can make climate policy decisions today that address the problems of tomorrow

California has taken important steps to adapt to climate change’s effects on water, but it’s not yet on the right trajectory to manage some of the changes underway — or the greater challenges ahead.

By Letitia Grenier • noviembre 20, 2024

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California bird flu outbreak warrants a broader look at the risky ways we produce food

As California confronts a bird flu outbreak, it is also time to take a hard look at the food production system that puts farm workers in close contact with sick animals, the standard American diet that demands it, and the health ramifications of both.

By Seema Policepatil • noviembre 15, 2024

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A message to Gen Z Californians: Let’s make history not for what we faced but how we overcame it

As California confronts what another four years under President Donald Trump means, Gen Z should respond not with exasperation but courage to lead.

By Ayo Banjo • noviembre 11, 2024

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How Proposition 36 convinced Californians to vote against their political views

Many are asking: Is the movement for criminal justice reform in California dead? The answer is no.

By Michelle Parris • noviembre 8, 2024

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California air board member: Why I can’t back the proposed fuel standard changes

Proposed amendments to the Low Carbon Fuel Standard program fall short of the goals of transparency, equity and responsible policymaking, says a member of the California Air Resources Board.

By Dean Florez • noviembre 7, 2024

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Amid threats and harassment, California election workers persist to protect our vote

In recent years, election officials have increasingly become the targets of threats and harassment. Still, these committed public servants persist to ensure that elections in California and nationwide are safe, secure and accurate.

By Tommy Gong and Tina Barton • noviembre 6, 2024

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La democracia representativa de California no es muy representativa de la democracia

Si California adoptara la representación proporcional, su legislatura estatal tendría más partidos políticos, lo que resultaría en más coaliciones, compromisos y políticas receptivas.

By Caledon Myers • noviembre 5, 2024

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This key California climate program doesn’t need a rubber stamp — it needs overhaul

For years, the Low Carbon Fuel Standard program has given well-connected industries handouts for questionable climate benefits. An energy researcher says California needs to completely overhaul the program.

By Danny Cullenward • octubre 30, 2024

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To support California farms, state regulators need to stay the course on this climate program

California dairies have utilized the Low Carbon Fuel Standard climate program to reduce emissions and adopt cleaner fuels. A key upcoming vote to amend the program would hurt sustainable dairies, a farm manager argues.

By Sal Rodriguez • octubre 30, 2024