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Commentary: Join us as we look toward the future

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By: Kristen Beall Watson and Nick Ortiz

September 24, 2020

What is the future of the Bakersfield-Kern region?

Report: Does state tax policy discourage housing production?

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By: Nadine Ono

September 23, 2020

New report by SPUR and CA FWD delves into the relationship between tax policy and production of housing that is affordable

Creating Equal Access to Oral Health Care

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By: Jade Magaña and Amber Bolden

September 22, 2020

Four-year college graduate goes back to school to upskill and contribute to community health

2020 California Economic Summit Opens Registration

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By: CA Economic Summit

September 15, 2020

Governor Gavin Newsom and Secretary Leon Panetta among the leaders headlining virtual event

What inclusive economic recovery can look like – lessons from Fresno

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By: Autumn McDonald and Ashley Swearengin

September 10, 2020

Inclusive economic development catalyzes a diverse set of leaders to create a shared agenda that expands middle class opportunity.

Internet providers must take lead on closing digital divide

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By: Barbara O'Connor and John Chiang

September 9, 2020

Gov. Gavin Newsom’s recent executive order directing state agencies to address the digital divide is a great start. But leadership must go beyond government. Internet access is a 21st century civil right.

Story of a life inside “the system” averted by an opportunity and education in the law

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By: Ed Coghlan

September 8, 2020

Internship inspired a calling to become a lawyer after young woman’s early, first-hand experience in the justice system

Community college serving as foundation for social transformation

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By: Amber Bolden

September 1, 2020

Student uses community college to redirect career path and elevate opportunities for others

CA Fwd launches Young Leaders Advisory Council

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By: Demitria Wack and Raquel Robeson

August 26, 2020

Group supports intergenerational solutions for policy development at the California Economic Summit and beyond

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Commentary: Join us as we look toward the future

Report: Does state tax policy discourage housing production?

Creating Equal Access to Oral Health Care

2020 California Economic Summit Opens Registration

What inclusive economic recovery can look like – lessons from Fresno

Internet providers must take lead on closing digital divide

Story of a life inside “the system” averted by an opportunity and education in the law

Community college serving as foundation for social transformation

CA Fwd launches Young Leaders Advisory Council

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