Louis Freedberg

Education’s Disappearing Act in California’s Governor’s Race

Despite consuming by far the largest share of California's general fund, education has been virtually absent as an issue in the gubernatorial primary ahead of the June 2 vote.

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.

Trump’s New Green Card Policy May Be Illegal, Experts Say

Families may face lengthy separations as members are forced to go abroad to file their green cards application.

Beyond Left and Right: Why Colombia’s Election Matters for Democracy Across the Americas

Just Live | Colombia’s presidential runoff could shape democracy, peace agreements, land rights, migration, and regional stability across the Americas, as voters choose between competing visions for the country’s future.

Lawsuit Alleges LA Housing Authority Failed to Provide Language Services

The plaintiffs, including two low-income tenants, say HACLA’s failure to provide language services violates state law and puts their housing status at risk.

‘Packed, Cracked’: Georgia’s Emergency Redistricting Threatens Korean American Political Gains

A special legislative session to redraw Georgia’s maps is sparking fierce pushback from voting rights advocates and Democratic lawmakers.