COVID-19 is still around, so should RSF testing
Rather than closing the site, the university should move toward reducing the hours of operation and maintaining the RSF testing site.
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The California Theatre needs more than saving, needs continued support!
The focus of preservation efforts needs to be expanded beyond simply saving the California Theatre’s building from demolition; this theater needs to be financially supported through some outside mechanism, and I think that advocating for government subsidies or grants would be an excellent way to turn this singular effort into a larger movement.
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Encampment clearing does not end houselessness
The city of Berkeley needs to recognize that encampments beside Interstate 80 often occurred as a result of the city’s lack of responsibility for providing housing alternatives, while trying to maintain a “safe” city look by pushing out the unhoused population – leaving them no where else to go.
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If Sutter Health prices are up, why is the quality of patient care down?
Sutter puts up signs saying “Healthcare heroes work here,” but normally, people listen to heroes — and Sutter doesn’t seem to be listening.
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High school curricula: Progress or regress?
We live in a diverse society; it’s time for all school curriculums to reflect that.
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Waste not, want not: A reminder that the COVID-19 pandemic remains global
Amid oxygen shortages and record rises in cases, many developing nations lack the means necessary to diversify their resources and enforce proper protocol. In times like this, international vaccine distribution should be a top priority for the Biden administration.
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UC should implement open-source textbook program
To address the issue of college affordability, we call upon the UC Board of Regents to support the implementation of a systemwide open textbook program.
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Reimagining public safety remains a priority for Berkeley City Council
The budget is a reflection of our community’s values, and as the mayor of Berkeley, I want to make it clear that my proposed budget recommendations, which are still in development, will take into consideration the voices and needs of our community.
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We must continue to take a stand against anti-Asian hate
Ending anti-Asian hate requires compassion and support from all of us, regardless of ethnic identity, age or occupation.
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UC should continue supporting Thirty Meter Telescope on Maunakea
The editorial opposing the Thirty Meter Telescope project misinforms readers and marginalizes the voices of Hawaiians and Hawai’i residents who support this telescope.
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