Economy
Unionizing daycare? California’s child care workers seek a seat at the big kids’ table
Some at-home child care workers who depend on state subsidies are hoping to join forces with an unlikely ally: organized labor.
Child Care
Economy
That Newsom proposal for six-month paid family leave? It’s bold—but less so than it seems
Californians who like the idea of getting more paid time off work to care for a new baby may find good news and bad news in the details of Gov. Gavin Newsom’s proposed budget.
Capitol
Progressive leader? When it comes to female lawmakers, California ties Georgia for 20th place
The 2018 election was hailed as the "Year of the Woman," but California still lags behind its Western neighbors and many other states when it comes to female representation. Among the ideas to boost the number of elected women: let campaigns pay for child care.
Commentary
My turn: Why we must expand California’s child care system
As California looks to build the ramp that will help young people from disadvantaged backgrounds cross the opportunity gap, it is critically important that early educators fighting to give our kids a stronger future have a voice in building the system that best serves children and families. That’s why this year we at Service Employees International Union will continue our fight for legislation allowing us to form a union.
Newsletters
Newsom launches ‘Governor Dad’ era, and a ‘lite guv’ scores some big names
Newsom baits Trump, Governor Dad is in the building, Pelosi, Huerta and other bigs turn out for Kounalakis and California school kids get a superintendent that can relate.
Politics
Governor Dad: How Gavin Newsom’s kids are about to shape California
It’s been a while since California had a governor who is also a dad, and Gavin Newsom has made clear that his new job will be informed by his role at home.