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Fwd Thinker: Making the Case for More Inclusive Economic Development
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U.S. EDA Regional Director Sheba Person makes inclusivity and demystifying government a personal mission

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A Prescription for the Health Impact of Wildfire Smoke: Controlled Fire
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Study highlights potential of using prescribed fires as part of solution to California’s growing crisis

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REPORT: New California Homeownership Program Would Help Build Generational Wealth for Communities of Color
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The California Dream For All program uses innovative financing model for helping first-time homebuyers

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Scholarship Powers Creation of Diverse Pipeline of Electrical Lineworkers in California
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Community engagement leader at Southern California Edison shares how her background helped her build the program

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PolicyWise Podcast: Fresno Youth Share Their Vaccination Stories
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In this week’s episode, two Fresno youth share their experiences getting vaccinated while living in an anti-vaccination household

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Pilot Program Aims to Boost Career Readiness Among Los Angeles County Community College Students
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Initiative to help students navigate the higher education and support programs while connecting to well-paying jobs

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How to Assess the Impact of California’s Election Reforms
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Looking back at California’s example, as the integrity of elections gets tested across the country

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