Campaign Season Spending
In Which: Unions splash big cash on incumbents, Cops rent a building from a church, and Former Foster Youth get rental assistance to keep them on track.
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Special District And City Updates
In Which: HUSD faces a massive budget shortfall. Mayor Salinas pushes for more enforcement Downtown. And BART's Police Auditor pushes for more secure funding and independence.
Turn Up The AC Transit Race
In Which: I talk about the Johnson Amendment. HPD and HFD Unions drop cash to get new buildings. And I highlight how establishment power is used to win elections.
We've Had First Maps, Yes...
In Which: The HARD Board has problems that Districting can fix. The consultant tries to hide White people in an "Other" category. And we look at 5 maps--pick your favorite!
Swalwell Continues to Disappoint During Town Hall
Representative Swalwell held a virtual Town Hall where he continued to make excuses for not calling for a ceasefire.
Focused Topic: Safe Routes Programs
You may sometimes hear about Safe Routes to Schools or Safe Routes for Seniors, but what is it really?
Swalwell Meeting Yields Lukewarm Response
Community members meet with Representative Swalwell about a ceasefire in Gaza, but the Rep guaranteed nothing of substance