Our office is now accepting applications for our Spring Internship Program! This opportunity is open to college students interested in learning more about state government, public policy, and serving the community.

Application link here: a16.asmdc.org/spring-2026-...

We’re putting food on the table in Argentina ($40 billion), yet MAGA Republicans are threatening to withhold SNAP funds already allocated by Congress. MAGA = Make Argentina Great Again.

Last Thursday, we called for signature on AB 432, the Menopause Care Equity Act.

I was honored to be joined by Halle Berry, Senate Pro Tem-Elect Monique Limón, and a coalition of amazing doctors in the effort to make menopause care a priority.

Watch Here: www.youtube.com/live/SWusZEX...

Honored to join Common Sense Media, Jim Steyer, First Partner Jennifer Newsom & Asm. Lowenthal for a screening of Can’t Look Away last week. Momentum is building to protect kids from harmful tech— our children’s safety must come first.

The Congressional App Challenge is an incredible opportunity for CA-10 middle and high school students to highlight their creativity, innovation, and coding finesse (1/2).

The District Plan

It’s the last week to submit feedback on East Bay Regional Park District’s next District Plan—a roadmap for parks, open space, and community priorities in Alameda and Contra Costa Counties.
Take the survey by July 31: www.ebparks.org/district-plan

Summer travel season is here — don’t let scams or tech traps ruin your trip. From booking smart to protecting your data, here’s how to travel safely:
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During uncertain times, knowing your rights is crucial.
I’ve compiled a guide to trusted legal & community resources for immigrants in Alameda & Contra Costa Counties.
Many offer multilingual services.
Stay informed & take care of each other.
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California has 9 national parks—each one a natural wonder.

On Free National Park Day, we celebrate them. But we can’t forget: massive federal budget cuts threaten their future.

Let’s visit, and let’s fight to keep them safe.

The District Plan

The East Bay Regional Park District is creating a long-term plan to guide the future of our parks and open spaces. Share your input by completing the community survey at ebparks.org/district-plan by July 31.

2025 California Nonprofits of the Year - Celebrating California Nonprofits

We are seeking nominations for California Nonprofit of the Year — an opportunity to recognize a local organization making a meaningful difference in our community.

Know a nonprofit that deserves to be recognized? Drop their name in the comments — we’ll take it from there.

Before the election, I warned that there is no safe haven under authoritarianism.

If they can ship Kilmar Abrego Garcia to a foreign prison—accused of no crime, with no trial—they can do it to anyone.

Americans of conscience must stand against this now.

Kseniia Petrova faces deportation to Russia for a minor offense. ICE has twice refused her lawyer's petition for parole, claiming that the shy "supernerd," as her colleagues describe her, is a "threat to U.S. security" and a "danger to the community."

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Trump to the USA: There is no rule of law What might he try next? Illegal arrests or deportations of American citizens?

There is no rule of law. Our Supreme Court ordered an innocent man be returned from a torturous prison. And the answer today was that he would NEVER be released?? Horrific!

We cannot allow this disappearing of people in our country without any due process.

www.motherjones.com/politics/202...

This is insightful on how to respond to threats of defunding. Band together & fight back.

Trump Administration Threatens to Withhold Funds From Public Schools State education officials will be required to verify that they have eliminated all programs that promote diversity, equity and inclusion that the administration deems unlawful, according to a new…

Educators and parents know that teaching should be guided by what is best for students, not by threat of illegal restrictions and punishment.

Instead, Trump is threatening to withhold federal funding from public schools that promote an inclusive education for all students.

This is unconscionable.

I have written an open letter to any and all organizations working for democracy in the United States.

Korean civil society pulled together a huge coalition of organizations to oppose Pres. Yoon's attempted coup in December. I think we need something similar.

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El Capitan displays a massive American flag upside down—the traditional signal of distress or extreme emergency.