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My turn: Lessons from ‘The People’s Governor’ apply to Newsom

There probably won’t be 440 press credentials issued for Gavin Newsom’s inaugural on Monday. But although the press corps in Sacramento has declined, it still matters. A relevant press corps can hold officials accountable and help drive positive public policy.

经过 嘉宾评论 • 1 月 6, 2019

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My turn: As Habematolel Pomo rise, we look to California to continue embracing tribes’ sovereignty

Despite efforts to destroy us, we have persevered. In the past 20 years, the Habematolel Pomo of Upper Lake have begun to reestablish our government and, with it, our dignity, culture and identity.

经过 嘉宾评论 • 1 月 3, 2019

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My turn: Higher ed is a prerequisite for our future. Community colleges are key to that

Higher education is the lynchpin to our future. Now, as we enter a new era of leadership, we have a chance to think big and be unapologetically bold with solutions to ensure that future is bright for Californians and the state economy alike.

经过 嘉宾评论 • 1 月 2, 2019

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My turn: What other states can teach California about preschool for all

California must institute "Pre-K for All."  We intend to put the needs of the youngest Californians and their families front and center. It’s fundamental to helping California reclaim its historic tradition of leading the nation in education, especially for its most vulnerable children.

经过 嘉宾评论 • 1 月 2, 2019

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My turn: Who is dying of drug overdoses? Not who you might think

Politicians and agencies recite the same old playbook blaming recurring drug scourges on people they most fear and hate, especially immigrants and teenagers. In fact, teenagers and immigrants are the only groups showing hopeful trends. Teens were the only age group to show a decline in drug deaths in recent years. Ads should be advising teens to get the pills away from the grownups.

经过 嘉宾评论 • 12 月 30, 2018

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My turn: Smart land use policy can help combat climate change

Through strategic land management, planning, and conservation practices, we can use our natural and working forests, parks, ranch land and farms to store carbon, and help cut greenhouse gas emissions while preparing for hotter, drier conditions.

经过 嘉宾评论 • 12 月 28, 2018

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My turn: Corporate boards must avoid ‘check-the-box’ mentality as they diversify

Gov. Jerry Brown signed a law requiring California-based publicly traded corporations to add women to their boards. Qualified women are available. Women should be added for their skills, not simply to increase gender diversity. The recent California legislation, however, does not address how increasing diversity impacts boardroom deliberations.

经过 嘉宾评论 • 12 月 27, 2018

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My turn: What new water deals mean and what work is left to be done

The California Department of Water Resources signed three agreements updating how the state and federal projects share  environmental and financial obligations associated with their operations. They could help define how California's water gets delivered. But significant decisions must be made in coming months.

经过 嘉宾评论 • 12 月 26, 2018

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My turn: Marriage, hope and asylum in the time of Trump

A desire to work isn’t sufficient grounds for asylum. They needed to share their painful, personal, tragic stories, and document them if possible, in order to show a justifiable fear of returning to their country. Being married helps.

经过 嘉宾评论 • 12 月 25, 2018

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My turn: ‘Motor Voter’ was a disaster waiting to happen—and it did

By John M.W. Moorlach Sen. John M.W. Moorlach is a Costa Mesa Republican representing the 37th Senate District, senator.moorlach@senate.ca.gov. He wrote this commentary for CALmatters. In his re-election statement posted on the secretary of state’s website, Secretary of State Alex Padilla boasts: “In my first term, I’ve worked to expand access to the ballot box.” […]

经过 嘉宾评论 • 12 月 21, 2018