Assembly Bill 392

Black Lawmakers Reflect on Triumphs and Challenges of Legislative Service

Regina Wilson and Joe W. Bowers Jr. California Black MediaAugust 17, 2023

At a candid panel discussion hosted by the California African American Political Action Committee (CAAPAC), five former Black California lawmakers shared their experiences and accomplishments, highlighting the challenges of serving in the State Legislature and the foresight required to build consensus and drive positive change.

Legislators Introduce Bills to Regulate Police Use of Force

Manny Otiko, California Black MediaFebruary 14, 2019

Police killings continue to be a significant problem in California. According to the Department of Justice figures, California police killed 162 people in 2017, and half of them were unarmed. Cities such as Bakersfield, Stockton, Santa Ana, Long Beach, and San Bernardino ranked in the top 15 when it came to nationwide police killings.