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Broad support for Black Lives Matter shows a new generation of race consciousness has arrived

The outpouring of cross-racial support for Black Lives Matter demonstrations has surprised some who feel there is a new awakening in American society.

By Guest Commentary • July 9, 2020

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Even those with disabilities should have a safe place to go: A family’s crisis during a wildfire

With emergency preparedness a priority and people with disabilities moving out of institutions, our story shows gaps in protecting vulnerable Californians.

By Guest Commentary • July 8, 2020

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I faced a challenge one out of every three people in America has: depression and anxiety

As our country wrestles with serious issues, it has never been more urgent for business and economic leaders to move beyond platitudes on mental health.

By Guest Commentary • July 7, 2020

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Supreme Court rules members of the Electoral College must be faithful – how that affects California

Thanks to how the Electoral College is structured, Californians have much less power in electing the next president than voters in less populous states.

By Guest Commentary • July 7, 2020

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Efforts to silence public health officials must stop

Public health leaders must be free to follow the science where it leads, and speak uncomfortable truths.

By Guest Commentary • July 6, 2020

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Getting (un)comfortable with white privilege – and understanding the need for change

There is an implicit privilege that most Caucasians take for granted; so try to imagine living daily without the presumption of peace and of acceptance.

By Guest Commentary • July 5, 2020

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To expand student diversity, make application to the University of California automatic

California should enact an “Automatic Application and Admission” plan for the UC system to increase diversity across race and class lines at all UC campuses.

By Guest Commentary • July 4, 2020

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Time for California communities to step up on environmental justice

Local officials must commit to environmental justice to reduce exposure to pollution and promote access to public facilities, healthy food and adequate housing.

By Guest Commentary • July 3, 2020

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Republicans and Democrats in California prefer a mail ballot, but safe, accessible options are important

In the November election, California will have to meet the bipartisan demand from voters for mail ballots and redesign sites for safe, in-person voting.

By Guest Commentary • July 2, 2020

California Wildfires

Improving forest health would create jobs, improve economies in rural California

Policymakers could put Californians to work on improving the health of the state’s forests, which would aid in economic recovery and reduce wildfire risk.

By Guest Commentary • July 2, 2020