California’s education system is failing – and it’s no accident – San Diego Union-Tribune
Every year, the California Department of Education releases statewide test results. And every year, the numbers tell the…
The Los Angeles Metro is a failure. Here’s how to fix it. – Daily News
Los Angeles Metro was recently awarded the Independent Institute’s California Golden Fleece® Award because it is a dangerous, costly public transportation system.…
CA gerrymander could shake up its Democratic hierarchy
By Dan Walters, CalMatters U.S. Rep. Nancy Pelosi addresses the media during a press conference with a delegation…
Time to change San Diego’s outdated coastal height limit – San Diego Union-Tribune
San Diego is trapped by a 50-year-old decision. In 1972, the same year the city voted for Richard…
Oil drilling law reveals what CA lawmakers will sacrifice
By Sofia Carrasco, Special for CalMatters Amanda Millstein, a pediatrician from Richmond, participates in a rally at the…
Ballot vote could expand reform of CA environmental law Â
By Dan Walters, CalMatters Contractors work in a trench to lay underground electric cables in Placer County on…
Growing inaccuracies in official data jeopardize LA homelessness wins – Pasadena Star News
Every year, the Los Angeles Homelessness Services Authority (LAHSA) coordinates a volunteer-driven census of people living on the street. In…
High-speed rail is an expensive fantasy, not a climate solution – Marin Independent Journal
Gov. Gavin Newsom and leaders in the California Legislature have reached a general agreement to provide long-term funding…
Growing inaccuracies in official data jeopardize LA homelessness wins – San Gabriel Valley Tribune
Every year, the Los Angeles Homelessness Services Authority (LAHSA) coordinates a volunteer-driven census of people living on the street. In…
Orange County’s future depends on supporting immigrants today – Orange County Register
Armored vehicles rumble through our neighborhoods. Masked federal immigration agents in unmarked cars ambush people and refuse to…
LGBTQ+ Victory Institute proves representation is resistance – San Diego Union-Tribune
As chair of the California Legislative LGBTQ Caucus, I have both the privilege and responsibility of leading a…
OPINION: Argent Materials Oakland CleanTech Community Asset Helps Those In Need
“I decided early to give my life to something eternal and absolute. Not too little gods…. but to…