Commentary Substantive representation requires Black and Brown leaders The appointments of Alex Padilla and Shirley Weber point to the value for voters to be able to see themselves in their elected officials. By Guest Commentary • December 29, 2020
California Wildfires For forests resilient to wildfire, the time to act is now Gov. Newsom should seek supplemental appropriation to provide funding to state and local agencies to prepare for and prevent wildfires. By Guest Commentary • December 29, 2020
CalMatters en Español Opinión: La representación sustantiva requiere líderes negros y marrones Los nombramientos de Alex Padilla y Shirley Weber apuntan al valor para los votantes de poder verse a sí mismos en sus funcionarios electos. By Guest Commentary • December 29, 2020
Reader Reactions All types of childcare are in crisis in the pandemic Those with decision-making power at the state and federal level must be made aware of the depth and breadth of the need to help childcare providers. By Guest Commentary • December 29, 2020
Commentary California should solve state’s recycling problems, not cause new ones California must urgently address the deficiencies in our recycling capabilities and help stimulate market demand for recycled materials. By Guest Commentary • December 28, 2020
Commentary We can’t have equity in computer science education without connectivity Access to computer science education begins with closing the digital divide and ensuring all students have adequate broadband internet. By Guest Commentary • December 28, 2020
Reader Reactions California’s small-business support is inclusive and operational The California small business grant program provides support through a network of financial institutions and community organizations. By Guest Commentary • December 23, 2020
Commentary Childcare is essential work, and it’s in crisis Child care providers need the state of California, which is responsible for most of our pay and working conditions, to adapt – just like we have. By Guest Commentary • December 23, 2020
Commentary California’s electric grid needs an overhaul The network of utilities and operators running California’s electric grid must create a more flexible, sustainable system. By Guest Commentary • December 23, 2020
CalMatters en Español Opinión: El cuidado de los niños es un trabajo fundamental y está en crisis Los proveedores de cuidado infantil necesitan que el estado de California, que es responsable de la mayor parte de nuestro salario y condiciones laborales, se adapte - al igual que nosotros. By Guest Commentary • December 23, 2020