Publication Listings

Filter Publications

#WeCanWednesday: Sarah Thompson

New Year, New Us. We’re back with another installment of #WeCanWednesday, where we highlight volunteers, staff, and community members who contribute to a more just and equitable region for all. January 2, 2019

What San Diegans think about the rent crisis and why I’m voting YES on Prop 10

It’s a beautiful afternoon, the gracious skies glaze across our ACLU tent in central Balboa Park, and yet, I see homelessness as the biggest problem in society as we speak. Veterans, the mentally ill, children, refugees and countless others struggle because the rent is too expensive. November 1, 2018

‘Pride Without Borders’ conference was a life-changing experience that began with a cup of coffee

People often say that “life begins after a cup of coffee” and because of coffee, I was part of Pride Without Borders (or #OrgulloSinFronteras), a binational LGBT conference; one of the most rewarding experiences I’ve had. July 12, 2018

California, Say Her Name

As stories of state violence against Black men and boys occupy many of the calls for police reform, countless stories of Black women and girls subjected to excessive force and police misconduct remain untold. We must say their names. June 11, 2018

Criminalizing Poor People Adds Insult To Injury

Criminalizing poor and homeless people for engaging in basic life-sustaining activities like eating, sleeping, resting and seeking shelter is unjust and cruel. It entrenches people in homelessness. When it’s done under the auspice of a vague and biased ordinance, it adds insult to injury. May 17, 2018

Traditions of Black Philanthropy

When one thinks of philanthropy one thinks of five figure gifts to the museum or symphony by ten figure individuals. But philanthropy takes many forms. March 24, 2018