Public Policy Institute of California (PPIC)

Expand Access to Safe Drinking Water for All Communities

Rick L. Callender, Esq. September 15, 2022

In many communities of color, severe drought conditions result in a lack of safe and reliable drinking water for families that are already struggling to meet their day-to-day needs. According to the Public Policy Institute of California (PPIC), more than 250 water systems serving nearly a million people were out of compliance with drinking water standards in 2020. 

Asm. Cooper Calls Out Environmental Orgs’ Racism

Antonio Ray Harvey, California Black MediaAugust 20, 2020

Assemblymember Jim Cooper (D-Sacramento) inked a two-page open letter to leaders of environmental organizations, calling out racism and the lack of diversity in their organizations.

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Supporters Kick Off ‘Yes on Proposition 16’ Campaign as Opposition Gets Into Gear

Quinci LeGardye, California Black MediaJuly 23, 2020

Ahead of the November election, the Opportunity for All Coalition has begun its “Yes on Proposition 16” campaign. To kick off the drive, the group held a virtual press conference on Zoom July 14 featuring lawmakers, advocates and activists.