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California Often Leads Change, but Not for Single-Payer Health Care

Supporters say pushing yearly in Sacramento, even if unsuccessful, is vital to keep leaders from ducking the issue.

Capital & Main · Apr 25, 2024

An Author Reflects on the Effort to Rebuild L.A. After the ‘Violent Spring’ of 1992

Gary Phillips’ newly reissued mystery novel of that name is set in post-riot Los Angeles.

Capital & Main · Apr 24, 2024

A Whole-Person Approach to Combating Homelessness

An ambitious pilot program provides a myriad of resources to help participants achieve financial independence through stable employment.

Capital & Main · Apr 23, 2024

The Mission to Save the World Through Regenerative Farming

Josh Tickell and Rebecca Harrell Tickell believe their film Common Ground could drive a global movement.

Capital & Main · Apr 17, 2024

On the Chopping Block: California’s Climate Program for Low-Income Housing  

California will pilot a program to reduce climate emissions from buildings without displacing tenants. Facing a deficit, Gov. Newsom proposes slashing its budget by a third.

Capital & Main · Apr 16, 2024

Climate + Young Voters = Biden Victory, Right? It’s More Complicated Than That.

Dissatisfaction with the president’s climate agenda and cynicism over politics in general may erode millennial and Gen-Z support.

Capital & Main · Apr 15, 2024

Dispelling the Stereotypes About California’s Low-Wage Workers

Contrary to common beliefs, many Californians in low-wage jobs are in the later stages of their work lives. They also play a crucial role in taking care of the state’s aging population.

Capital & Main · Apr 11, 2024

The Transatlantic Battle to Stop Methane Gas Exports From South Texas

As legal efforts fall short, residents are pursuing a novel strategy to halt the building of export terminals on unspoiled wetlands: Lobby Europeans to reject gas from the U.S.

Capital & Main · Apr 10, 2024

700,000 Undocumented Californians Recently Became Eligible for Medi-Cal. Many May Be Afraid to Sign Up.

Advocates say outreach is needed to ensure deportation fears do not stop immigrants from applying.

Capital & Main · Apr 9, 2024

Report: Banks Should Set Stricter Climate Goals for Agriculture Clients

Though factory farming is a small part of bank financing, it leaves an outsized carbon footprint.

Capital & Main · Apr 8, 2024