Monthly Archives: January 2016

Black Activists Hold Intergenerational Conversation in LA

Jan. 28, 2016 / By
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Watch the video to hear a cross-generational talk between #BlackLivesMatter Co-Founder Patrisse Cullors and TCE President Dr. Robert Ross.

Sen. Lara’s Proposal Addresses Climate Change Locally

Jan. 26, 2016 / By
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Residents of the working-class neighborhood of West Long Beach, bounded by the twin ports of Long Beach and L.A., are particularly vulnerable to emissions.

Get DACA, Pursue Your Dream Job

Jan. 26, 2016 / By
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The Mexican national is a recipient of Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA), the program announced in 2012 that allows certain undocumented immigrants who came to the U.S. as children to get a reprieve from deportation, and a social security number and a work permit.

After Long Struggle, Long Beach Votes to Raise the Minimum Wage

Jan. 22, 2016 / By
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In the video above, see how the council voted and what low-income workers said was at stake for their livelihood and for the city.

Spike Lee’s Chi-Raq: Lots of Style, Little Substance

Jan. 21, 2016 / By
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Visually, the film is stunning. But the movie’s visual appeal means Spike Lee often puts style before substance.

This Is Not A Drill: An Account Of A School Shooting Scare In Long Beach

Jan. 12, 2016 / By
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"To me, this experience was traumatizing and if real, could have had even longer-lasting effects to my personal well-being."

Why Latino Voters Matter – 5 Reasons to Watch the Hispanic Vote in 2016

Jan. 10, 2016 / By
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Latinos are at the epicenter of the swirling, unpredictable 2016 presidential campaign.

2015’s Best In Hip-Hop

Jan. 7, 2016 / By
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Hip-hop has never been so diverse with themes ranging from introspection, grief, depression, social commentary, and your usual music to turn up to.

Long Beach Minimum Wage Raise Clears Commission, Advances Towards Final Vote

Jan. 6, 2016 / By

Dozens of low-income working parents, nonprofits, researchers, and small business owners in support of raising the minimum wage attended the Long Beach Economic Development Commission hearing at Long Beach City Hall.

Why I Agree With The President’s Action on Gun Violence

Jan. 6, 2016 / By
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"It makes me mad, that we live in a country where most of our representatives care more about scoring political points and winning the next election than keeping their constituents safe."