Commentary Here’s how California can cut affordable housing costs As the California Energy Commission prepares a building code update, a debate rages about all-electric homes vs. natural gas. By Guest Commentary • February 9, 2021
Capitol We intend to change government and make it work for you We are a group of elected leaders who arrived at the same conclusion: Government too often does not work for the people we represent. By Guest Commentary • February 8, 2021
Commentary Racial (in)justice and the UC budget crisis We fear the budget crunch could lead the UC to fail to deliver on the soaring hopes for social mobility for underrepresented minority students. By Guest Commentary • February 8, 2021
Commentary Gov. Newsom’s unlikely foe: teacher unions Self-interested attacks by teacher unions on the governor bring us no closer to balanced policy on how to reopen schools. By Guest Commentary • February 5, 2021
Commentary It’s time to reform AB 5 to help California’s business climate We need to consider the small businesses and employers that have been impacted by the enactment of AB 5 and COVID-19. By Guest Commentary • February 5, 2021
Commentary Development of clean energy should be linked to needs and benefits of low-income communities The move to renewables isn’t just about fighting climate change, it’s about stopping energy pollution in low-income communities. By Guest Commentary • February 4, 2021
Commentary Where’s the vaccine plan to address racial disparities of COVID-19? We must find a way to ensure that those in hard hit communities of color do not get lost in the vaccine prioritization process. By Guest Commentary • February 3, 2021
Commentary Saving transit in California is key to an equitable recovery California transit agencies need immediate assistance from the federal and state government to overcome today’s challenges from COVID-19. By Guest Commentary • February 3, 2021
Commentary To lead on housing, legislators should look to Sacramento City Hall The city of Sacramento approves groundbreaking housing reforms that will lead to more inclusive, affordable and equitable neighborhoods. By Guest Commentary • February 2, 2021
Commentary In the age of COVID, the arts will help us grieve, heal and come together Newsom’s budget proposal for a California Creative Corps pilot program would invest $15 million for local artists to inspire wellness and engagement. By Guest Commentary • February 2, 2021