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November 5, 2024

Former Congress Members Open Up in NYU’s “In Dialogue” Series

Congress won’t thrive until members learn how to work with each other despite these divisive times. This was the conclusion reached by a panel of former members of Congress who gathered at New York University (NYU) on Oct. 11 for "Congress in Conversation: Meeting in the Middle," part of the university’s  "In Dialogue" series. 

Josh Pynoos of Anti-Recidivism Coalition poses for a photo in front of "FREEDOM" sign.

October 15, 2024

Fighting for California’s Prop 6 to Eliminate Forced Labor in Prisons

"This is making sure that our prison and incarceration system is focusing on rehabilitation, not dehumanizing people," says Josh Pynoos of the Anti-Recidivism Coalition on Proposition 6 of California's 2024 election ballot

Democratic Office of Ventura County in Camarillo, Calif.

October 9, 2024

‘We Will Not Win Unless We Do The Work’: A Conversation with a Ventura, CA Democratic Organizer

"There's so much valid emotion in politics. The strategy we have to have in place is listening to one another, and being mindful of language," says Democratic organizer Francesca Adams.

Public hiking trail to California’s Hollywood sign [Credit: Valeria Garcia]

October 9, 2024

Polls Reveal 65% of California Voters Support Proposition 4’s Green Initiatives

Will the Golden State go green? Polls show a majority favor Prop 4's $10 billion eco bond ahead of the election.

artist jaya king in front of mural

September 22, 2024

From Canvas to Community: Jaya King Reflects Sacramento’s Essence in Her Art

King’s murals have been popping up on walls all over Sacramento in an endearingly Banksy-esque way. The artist collaborates with organizations, city and state agencies, and fellow artists to produce murals in underserved communities.