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Commentary

Broadband for all can revive post-pandemic economy

The state must increase grant funding to help communities invest in much-needed broadband technology.

By Guest Commentary • June 1, 2021

Commentary

With relief in sight, the eviction moratorium can end

Gov. Newsom’s revised budget could lift the financial burden rental housing providers have carried during the pandemic.

By Guest Commentary • June 1, 2021

Climate Change

E-bikes offer affordable option to reach climate goals

Purchase incentives for electric bikes would put zero-emission transportation within reach for many more Californians.

By Guest Commentary • May 28, 2021

Commentary

It’s time to invest in behavioral health services for young people

The Legislature has a chance to transform the delivery of behavioral health services for children over the next five years.

By Guest Commentary • May 27, 2021

Commentary

Outdated Cal Grant needs an overhaul for equitable outcomes

A comprehensive proposal to reform the Cal Grant program addresses the racial disparities in the current financial aid system.

By Guest Commentary • May 27, 2021

Commentary

How to leverage federal dollars to advance equity through community councils

The American Rescue Plan provides an unprecedented opportunity to build communities’ ability to address long-standing inequities.

By Guest Commentary • May 27, 2021

Commentary

It’s time to reform sentencing enhancements

We wholeheartedly support the recommendation to establish clear guidelines for when courts should apply sentencing enhancements.

By Guest Commentary • May 26, 2021

Commentary

California needs to offer free meals to all students

Children across California need the governor and California lawmakers to make smart, equitable investments in free school meals.

By Guest Commentary • May 26, 2021

Commentary

California needs to recognize racism as a public health crisis

SB 17 would lead to identifying racial and ethnic disparities, and addressing structural racism in state policies and budgets.

By Guest Commentary • May 25, 2021

Commentary

Fix youth mental health crisis with collaborative action

It’s stunning how many of California’s children need mental health support they are entitled to, but do not receive it.

By Guest Commentary • May 25, 2021