On Election Day, nearly 60% of California voters marked “yes” on Proposition 2, a $10 billion bond proposition that addresses the outdated classrooms, broken plumbing, and lead-contaminated water that have plagued many schools throughout the state—particularly those in low-income and disadvantaged communities. With funds allocated for upgrading water systems and repairing learning facilities, schools can now focus on delivering quality education to their students.

Millions of Californians exercised their right to vote this past Election Day, weighing in on a full slate of federal, state, and local candidates and issues, and sending a message on the policies and solutions they want the Golden State to pursue.

Domestic violence is a public health crisis hiding in plain sight, affecting people of every background, regardless of wealth, race, or color. An estimated four in five women and one in nine men across the U.S. experience some form of domestic violence in their lifetimes. With many barriers to reporting, cases continue to remain hidden and underreported, but public health experts estimate about 10 million victims are affected each year. 

Sacramento, California – October 21, 2024 – Today, Californians for Smarter Sustainability (CASS) announced Edwin Lombard as its new Executive Director. Lombard–a statewide policy leader and former head of two of the state's largest minority chambers of commerce–will lead the organization’s efforts to advocate for policies that balance economic prosperity and quality of life alongside environmental protection.