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Category: Commentary

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California Capitol. Photo by Anne Wernikoff for CalMatters
Posted inCommentary

Bills would hamstring future California recalls

Avatar by Dan Walters April 14, 2021April 13, 2021

As California Gov. Newsom faces a recall election, the Legislature is considering measures that would adversely affect future recalls.

digital divide
Posted inMy Turn

How to expand internet access for Californians

Avatar by Guest Commentary April 13, 2021April 12, 2021
Posted inReader Reactions

Health coverage for undocumented would be good policy

Avatar by Guest Commentary April 13, 2021April 13, 2021
California Capitol. Photo by Anne Wernikoff for CalMatters
Posted inCommentary

Drought hits California — and Newsom

Avatar by Dan Walters April 13, 2021April 12, 2021
gun violence data
Posted inMy Turn

Gun violence researchers need data to find solutions

Avatar by Guest Commentary April 12, 2021April 12, 2021
oil and gas
Posted inMy Turn

Setback measure for oil and gas extraction sites are this doctor’s prescription

Avatar by Guest Commentary April 12, 2021April 9, 2021
safety cameras
Posted inMy Turn

Speed safety cameras would make school zones safer

Avatar by Guest Commentary April 12, 2021April 9, 2021
California Capitol. Photo by Anne Wernikoff for CalMatters
Posted inCommentary

California ‘job killer’ list reignites old conflict

Avatar by Dan Walters April 12, 2021April 8, 2021
California Capitol. Photo by Anne Wernikoff for CalMatters
Posted inCommentary

Pandemic has damaged California’s school children

Avatar by Dan Walters April 11, 2021April 7, 2021
Posted inMy Turn

Abolishing school police should be part of reopening plans

Avatar by Guest Commentary April 9, 2021April 9, 2021

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