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Hole in One for Rich Golfers
Golf courses in California are not paying their fair share in taxes - by MILLIONS!!! Read to find out why; and to figure out how we make them pay what they owe.
Stop SFUSD School Closures
Despite having more teachers per student than many California districts, declining enrollment is forcing SFUSD to make tough decisions. We must reform Prop 13 to stop school closures!
CSU Announces Tuition Hike Plan Despite Equity Concerns
CSU system proposes annual tuition spikes as the answer to their budget crisis. However, this spike will negatively impact students and further contribute to the inaccessibility of higher education.
Supreme Court Ruling Bans Affirmative Action Nationwide
A recent Supreme Court ruling has banned the use of affirmative action for race based admissions in all Universities across the nation.
After-school Programs are Important for Kids
San Francisco is cutting funding for after-school programs which is necessary for kids to keep out of trouble.
Addressing Teacher Turnover in High-Poverty Schools: Empowering BIPOC Educators for Lasting Impact
Teacher turnover poses a significant challenge in high-poverty schools, and California is taking proactive measures to address this issue through two innovative programs. Through these programs, we can support more aspiring BIPOC teachers.
A Supreme Court Ruling Deems that Tax Law Must Be Fair
A recent Supreme Court ruling concretized the reality that tax law must be fair. Prop. 13 is clearly unfair, and violates fair housing regulations — so when are we going to call it out?
Oakland Teachers on Strike — is SF next?
Oakland teachers are not just striking for themselves — they’re striking for the benefit of their students too. SF teachers haven’t held a strike since 1979 — is the time approaching?
Why Can’t Low-Income Students Access Institutions Meant To Serve Them?
All students deserve access to quality universities, especially public ones. So how come countless low-income students across California are forced to turn down admissions offers because the cost is too high?
What Does the Blackstone Investment Mean for Students?
The UC just invested $4.5 billion in Blackstone - but where is their investment in their own students?
Youth Discrimination in LA Politics
Young people are experiencing age discrimination for participating in politics. We need to support youth power!
We Need to Support Teachers of Color
As a state, we need to use our power to fix a school system that marginalizes both teachers and students of color.
Big Oil in CA - Not Paying What They Owe
Big oil is still big in California - so why aren’t they paying adequate taxes?
Opinion: Keep UC Berkeley’s libraries open
As a UC Berkeley student, I am not surprised that the world’s number one public university has decided to, once again, close libraries in order to pinch pennies
Standing with the LAUSD three-day Strike
LAUSD teachers are striking for fair pay. If we care about students, we should support the strike!
Expanding Community College Programs is Vital
Feather River Community College was approved to launch a Bachelor of Science program for their students to expand the students skills and training for wildfire training. However, one program is not enough. We must fund more community colleges for similar programs.
The Closure of 3 Libraries is NOT the Solution
Read more about how the number one public university plans to close down three campus libraries in an attempt to save $1.5 million.
US Teachers Struggle with a Mounting Housing Crisis and Poverty Wages
The US is facing a housing crisis for teachers as they struggle to afford the cost of living in many cities across the country. Teacher unions and school districts are negotiating for better housing assistance to attract and retain them.
Can Water Tax Hikes and Bonds Be the Solution?
Read more about how the Latino community in Central Valley is in jeopardy with the water crisis.
California's Budget Deficit Threatens Delay of Promised Child Care Funding
Governor Newsom said the new budget won’t affect education. But what does California’s budget deficit mean for childcare funding?