In a city like Los Angeles, where the cost of living is high and financial mistakes can be especially costly, preparing young people with real-world money skills is essential. We cannot expect students to navigate rent, credit, debt, and taxes without ever being taught how. Expanding financial literacy programs gives youth the tools to… Read more

Rising food costs are placing a significant strain on families, especially those already managing tight budgets. Addressing this issue requires a multi-layered approach that looks at supply chains, transportation costs, and pricing practices across the market. Expanding access to affordable food programs, supporting local agriculture, and… Read more

Keeping Los Angeles streets clean is essential for public health, safety, and overall quality of life, but it requires more than surface-level efforts. Effective solutions should include consistent sanitation services, proper waste management infrastructure, and targeted support for areas most impacted. At the same time, this issue is closely… Read more

Addressing homelessness in Los Angeles requires more than temporary solutions, it calls for long-term, sustainable housing strategies that meet people where they are. Expanding affordable housing initiatives is a critical step, but it must be paired with supportive services such as mental health care, job placement, and substance use resources… Read more

This proposal raises important questions about fairness, accountability, and the purpose of inheritance law. While infidelity can be deeply harmful on a personal level, tying inheritance rights to it alone may create unintended legal and ethical complications. However, when there is clear evidence of financial motive or involvement in a spouse’s… Read more

Reducing harmful emissions from diesel engines is essential for protecting public health, especially in communities already disproportionately impacted by air pollution. Diesel exhaust has been linked to serious respiratory and environmental concerns, making it critical to reevaluate how these systems are regulated and improved. Any effort… Read more

Capping apartment rental rates is about creating stability in a market that has become increasingly unpredictable for everyday residents. When people are forced to spend the majority of their income on rent, it limits upward mobility and puts long-term housing security at risk. Reasonable caps can help ensure that apartments remain… Read more

Housing isn’t a luxury, it’s a necessity. Putting a cap on rental prices is a critical step toward protecting working families from being priced out of their own communities. When rent rises faster than wages, it creates instability that affects everything, from education to mental health to overall quality of life. A balanced approach that… Read more

As a parent of two school-aged children, the cost of rent in Los Angeles is something I feel every single month. Housing is not a luxury—it is a basic need. When rent is this high, it puts constant pressure on families just trying to stay stable and provide for their kids. Lowering rent would bring real relief and help families like mine focus… Read more

As a parent of two school-aged children, this issue is deeply personal to me. I also lost my 15-year-old niece to suicide after she experienced bullying at school. No family should have to go through that kind of pain. Schools need more resources to actively prevent bullying, support students’ mental health, and create safe environments where… Read more