Commentary Utility ratepayers need an advocate, too The Public Advocates Office of the utilities commission needs to be reminded that its core responsibility is to protect ratepayers and keep costs down. By Guest Commentary • December 16, 2020
Commentary Based on election results, you can throw out those old stereotypes Future political campaigns will need to dive deeper into the new breed of no party preference voters – they will be the key to victories or defeats. By Guest Commentary • December 15, 2020
Commentary 4 forms of bias to avoid in designing ethnic studies for high schools Ethnic studies courses offer California high school students a valuable educational opportunity – but the devil is in the details. By Guest Commentary • December 15, 2020
Commentary What does poll show about vaccines, mask mandate and a replacement for Harris’ Senate seat Even with vaccinations starting this week, people have a far different view of dealing with COVID-19 than the beginnings of shutdowns in March. By Guest Commentary • December 14, 2020
Commentary Some lessons for Newsom and Democrats from the last recall effort California Democrats and Gov. Gavin Newsom would do well to remember the successful recall effort against Gov. Gray Davis. By Guest Commentary • December 14, 2020
Commentary COVID-19 vaccine must be given with equity in mind We must develop an effective strategy to get the vaccine quickly to health workers, frontline workers and the most vulnerable in our communities. By Guest Commentary • December 13, 2020
California Wildfires Wildfire prevention deserves long-term, dedicated, continuous funding Here’s an idea of a wiser investment for California that will have a greater impact on reducing wildfires and creating healthier forests. By Guest Commentary • December 11, 2020
Commentary Playgrounds are essential for children; California was right to reopen them California’s decision to reopen outdoor playgrounds correctly prioritizes the health and wellness of our children. By Guest Commentary • December 10, 2020
Commentary How to create an easier path to climate goals through electric vehicles California can demonstrate smart policy with electric vehicle charging stations installed in locations that enable access for all. By Guest Commentary • December 10, 2020
Commentary Preparing for a vaccination campaign of unprecedented scale California will need to utilize health data to rapidly identify high-risk patients and make sure they are prioritized for vaccination. By Guest Commentary • December 9, 2020