Louis Freedberg

An American Tragedy

Even though they have one of the most important jobs in America, many teachers face a crisis of affordability, even with gains at the bargaining table.

K-12 Schools Face Looming Threat of Federal Fund Cutoff  

The Trump Administration is threatening cuts to federal funding for public schools that do not comply with demands to end diversity, equity and inclusion programs.

The Elusive Hopes of South Africa’s ‘Born Free’ Generation

Thirty years after Nelson Mandela ended South Africa's apartheid rule, youth confront profound disillusionment over the nation's course.

Recordando a Fred Ross Jr., organizador de toda la vida y defensor de la justicia social

Fred Ross Jr. trabajó para mejorar las condiciones de los trabajadores agrícolas, atacar las causas de la emigración desde Centroamérica y acelerar el proceso de naturalización.

Remembering Fred Ross Jr., Lifelong Organizer and Social Justice Champion

Fred Ross Jr. worked to improve conditions for farmworkers, attack causes of migration from Central America, and speed up the naturalization process.

It’s a Tough Job Market. These College Grads Are Optimistic.

Despite grim data, young grads at San Francisco State University say they remain undaunted as they prepare to enter the job market.

From Oil Shock to Checkout Lines: US–Iran War Drives Global Spike in Consumer Costs

Live Fri | The US-Iran war is driving oil price spikes and global supply chain disruptions, raising costs for fuel, food, and goods. Experts examine war-driven inflation, economic risks, and potential solutions.

Los Angeles Proposes First Streetlight Fee Increase in 30 Years

A staff of 185 employees are responsible for maintaining a system that includes about 220,000 lights and spans two-thirds of the city’s 470 square miles.

‘Where Would I Go If I Am Denaturalized?’ Supreme Court Hears Birthright Citizenship Case

Asian American activist Helen Zia — whose parents were undocumented when she was born — ponders her fate if SCOTUS ends birthright citizenship.