As early as this week, Gov. Gavin Newsom could act on California Senate Bill (SB) 694, a measure approved by the Legislature that has reached his desk aimed at curbing […]
Author Archives: Edward Henderson (San Diego Voice and Viewpoint/NNPA Member)
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2025 in review: Seven questions for Assemblymember Mia Bonta
Assemblymember Mia Bonta (D-Oakland) serves California’s 18th Assembly District (East Bay). She was first elected in a special election on Aug.31, 2021. Bonta, who says she is guided by a […]
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Seven Questions for Sen. Lola Smallwood-Cuevas
Representing the 28th Senate District, Sen. Lola Smallwood-Cuevas (D-Los Angeles) brings a lifelong commitment to working families, shaped by her upbringing as the daughter of a single mother who was […]
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Seven questions for Black Women’s Think Tank Founder Kellie Todd Griffin
With more than 25 years of experience spanning public affairs, community engagement, strategy, marketing, and communications, Kellie Todd Griffin is recognized across California as a leader who mobilizes people and […]
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Seven questions for Civil Rights Attorney Areva Martin
Areva Martin is an award-winning civil rights attorney, talk show host, commentator, author, and keynote speaker who offers commentary on politics, women’s rights, children’s rights, disability rights and civil rights. […]
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Seven questions for California Black Health Advocate Rhonda Smith
Rhonda Smith is an experienced leader with a diverse background spanning nonprofit leadership, cancer advocacy, health equity, corporate consulting and international business. Smith is currently the Executive Director of the […]
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Operation feed California kicks off
Amid a crowd of thousands waiting for groceries at a San Diego food distribution site on Nov. 2, Josh Fryday, Director of the Governor’s Office of Service and Community Engagement […]
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Judges order SNAP payments to resume
Two federal judges have ordered the Trump administration to release emergency funds to keep the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) afloat — but only temporarily. The rulings, issued Friday, October […]
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Millions face threats to healthcare
For years, Los Angeles-based painter Mia Gardner has relied on side jobs and part-time work to keep her art career afloat. But lately, her biggest challenge hasn’t been finding inspiration […]
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Landmark AI chatbot bill, addressing youth risks, moves to Gov. Newsom’s desk
Adam Raine, a 16-year-old California teen, made the decision to end his life last April. Before the act, he allegedly confided in ChatGPT, a Large Language Model (LLM), created by […]