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The ABCs of public accountability
 150 150 Sandra Sternberg
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Perhaps not surprisingly, the state of California announced this week it is $705 million short of first quarter revenue estimates, meaning so-called “trigger cuts” to the budget will go into effect. The only glimmer of hope – though dim – is word that school districts and Cal State and UC campuses have already been making plans to cover the automatic cuts triggered by this shortfall.

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Unanimous, Bipartisan … and Vetoed
 150 150 Jim Mayer and Zabrae Valentine
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California faces enormous challenges – making essential public programs work with fewer dollars, helping young people prepare for an uncertain future, and reviving our sick economy. That’s why we are so disappointed that Governor Brown vetoed SB 14 (Wolk), a critical cornerstone to the kind of governance changes that could restore opportunities for Californians — and maybe even confidence and trust in their elected officials.

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Reviving California begins with conversation
 150 150 John Guenther
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Hundreds of Californians came together via Skype and in person on Thursday night to discuss our state’s future at the third annual Reviving CA Summit. Nearly every participant agreed that California must begin to deal with the structural challenges we face.

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Local communities inspire & make change through healthy living
 150 150 Cheryl Getuiza
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For some, it’s an inner struggle during mealtimes—should I have the shake and fries or a green salad?

It’s a decision the Beach Cities Health District hopes to make easier.

The organization has a renewed mission: improve the health of the entire region—Manhattan, Hermosa and Redondo Beaches-over a three year period by transforming schools, workplaces and homes.

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