Category Archives: Los Angeles

Op-Ed Rich Angelenos are giving less to charity — and the consequences are dire

Los Angeles Times: During the Great Recession, tens of thousands of residents in Los Angeles County fell into poverty, and thousands more became homeless and went hungry. Simultaneously, the public sector was forced to reduce funding for many human services. … Continue reading

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Boyle Heights: Gentrification’s Battlefront in L.A.

The Guardian: … Bold words given that developers are investing billions of dollars a five-minute bike ride away in downtown LA, transforming the skyline with gleaming towers and the streets with boutique bars, restaurants, cafes and galleries. With rents soaring … Continue reading

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CBS: 85-Year-Old Man Dies After Being Severely Beaten In Downtown LA

I find downtown scary. I don’t know how people can live there. CBS: LOS ANGELES (CBSLA.com) — Authorities say an 85-year-old man who was standing outside to get a breath of fresh air died Monday after being severely beaten in … Continue reading

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Culver City King Fahad Mosque Played A Key Role In 9/11

I admire America’s tolerance of a fifth column in its midst. How come this mosque wasn’t knocked down and its leaders deported in the aftermath of 9/11? Because of the Constitution. Three cheers for tolerance! In a normal country, these … Continue reading

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Los Angeles Needs Congestion Pricing

Los Angeles Times: End the gas tax and replace it with congestion pricing: a user fee for major highways that goes up at peak times and drops off as traffic diminishes. Half the trips during rush hour are not work-related; … Continue reading

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