Health care must remain a right
Recall March 23, 2010? That was the day that the Affordable Care Act, otherwise formally known as the…
Democracy and policy: Reimagining a global democratic future
At this pivotal moment in history, democracies face unprecedented challenges with global strains of democratic backsliding and a…
A professor negotiates with ChatGPT
ChatGPT, I’m teaching Moby Dick for the umpteenth time this semester. I probably shouldn’t be telling you this,…
Tracking Trump’s actions on tariffs, the environment, immigration, and more
The Trump administration is pursuing an active agenda on tariffs, regulatory rollbacks, and executive actions, often moving on…
What history tells us about the 2026 midterm elections
Since reentering the White House in January, President Trump has enjoyed the support of narrow but unified Republican…
Assessing privacy risks in the White House’s private health tracking system
On July 30, the White House announced a public-private partnership to build a digital health ecosystem that weaves…
Screening kids for mental health struggles is about prevention
The data is undeniable: Too many of our kids today face an unprecedented mental health crisis with suicide…
What harsh immigration policies mean for students, families, and schools
The Supreme Court affirmed in Plyler v. Doe (1982) that children have a right to public education regardless…
Delta tunnel echoes California’s water control mistakes
By Devon Provo, Special for CalMatters An aerial view of Threemile Slough in the Sacramento-San Joaquin River Delta…
Renewal of CA cap and trade program fraught with issues
Welcome to CalMatters, the only nonprofit newsroom devoted solely to covering statewide issues that affect all Californians. Sign…
CA’s unhealthy finances could lead to another tax hike
Welcome to CalMatters, the only nonprofit newsroom devoted solely to covering statewide issues that affect all Californians. Sign…
How different states are approaching AI
It is no surprise that nations are embracing and legislating artificial intelligence. At last count, 54 countries’ governments,…