How the Happiest-Place-On-Earth is Committing Wage Theft
Disneyland won't pay their workers, won't pay their taxes, and continue to raise ticket prices. What dream is Disney really trying to make come true?
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.
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 safe and 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?
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.
Opinion: Keep UC 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.
UC Will Cut Admissions to Pay for Strike
The UC Regents needs to turn their financial resources and attention towards graduate students, and come up with a comprehensive game plan for pay increases that does not impact enrollment.
U.S. 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.
Los Angeles Issues a Call for School Mentors
City leaders in Los Angeles are calling for mentors to help over 27,000 students districtwide. LA public schools are notoriously underfunded due to Prop 13, which is why the city needs mentors more than ever.
Florida Blocks AP African American Studies
It is clear that Florida wants to erase its own racist, classist past by refusing to teach AP African American Studies. Black students in Florida deserve to learn about their heritage and history.
California Schools Facing Budget Cuts - The First in a Decade
In California, Prop. 98 funding is decreasing for the first time in a decade. Students are continuing to unenroll, and schools are still facing funding, staffing, and materials shortages.
Proposition 13 Continues to Make Headlines
Prop 13 continues to make state headlines as a major barrier to securing funding for government projects. Unfortunately, wealthy corporate interests and big oil present an obstacle to securing the funding we need!