Guest Commentary

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A proposal to transform California’s juvenile justice system

The Elevate Justice Act would raise the age of juvenile jurisdiction from 17 to 19, producing effective changes for youth in the adult justice system.

By Guest Commentary • August 3, 2020

Commentary

A white kid’s experience from the back of the bus and what he learned along the route

I look back on my days in the back of an express bus to high school and remember the Black worker who stood up for me. Now it’s my turn to stand up for Black people.

By Guest Commentary • August 2, 2020

Commentary

Federal consumer protections have been gutted; it’s time for California to create its own agency

We need strong consumer protection during the pandemic, but the federal government is not going to provide it. So it’s time for California to step up.

By Guest Commentary • August 1, 2020

CalMatters en Español

Opinión: El Congreso prepara otro paquete de estímulo; debería ayudar a todos los inmigrantes californianos.

Muchos inmigrantes en California fueron excluidos del primer paquete de ayuda federal; esta vez debería abordar las necesidades de salud y nutrición de todos los californianos.

By Guest Commentary • July 31, 2020

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Congress is working on another stimulus package; it should help all immigrant Californians

Many immigrants in California were excluded from the first federal relief package; this time it should address the health and nutritional needs of all Californians.

By Guest Commentary • July 31, 2020

Commentary

We must invest in the University of California, not cut core instruction

The social sciences on our campuses – and quite likely throughout the University of California – stand at the edge of a fiscal precipice.

By Guest Commentary • July 31, 2020

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California’s school waivers place the safety of students, teachers, families at risk

California’s plans to allow schools to reopen raises questions and concerns; teachers’ union outlines five criteria to safely reopen for in-person classes.

By Guest Commentary • July 30, 2020

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There is existing policy to hold California law enforcement accountable for racial profiling; here is how to take part

California created a statewide board for police oversight; now is the time to pressure the Racial & Identity Profiling Act board to continue its mandate.

By Guest Commentary • July 30, 2020

Capitol

California could lose community newspapers without legislative action

To help save community newspapers, the Legislature must extend an exemption over contract workers in AB 5, or risk losing a vital voice for their constituents.

By Guest Commentary • July 30, 2020

Reader Reactions

Heartfelt story about mental health will have a big impact

We need to destigmatize and normalize discussing, seeking and obtaining mental health treatment for the well-being of every individual and family system.

By Guest Commentary • July 30, 2020