Republicans looking to stamp out food stamps
November 13, 2013
Congress’s recent cut to food stamps is deplorable in a Dickensian sort of way.The act reminded me of the famous line uttered by Scrooge in “A Christmas Carol.” Ebenezer Scrooge’s callous response to why he didn’t donate to charity was questioning if there were jails or workhouses. Such ...
Environmental studies faces lack of professors
April 27, 2011
The environmental studies department faces the possibility of fewer sections this fall, as the department is down to two full-time professors.Environmental studies department chair Dudley Burton said the department is concerned about the cuts."The cuts have been going on for several years now, and t...
Health fees proposed to increase to cover department cuts
April 27, 2011
The Counseling and Psychological Services Department is proposing an increase to the mandatory student health fee by adding $35 to the $75 per semester students already pay as part of their tuition. This idea is being proposed to offset the cuts to the department over the past two years. It is hoped the fe...
Measure C on Sacramento’s ballot this year, also known as the Sacramento Community Stabilization and Fair Rent Charter Amendment, proposes the creation of a rent control board. The State Hornet has put together an FAQ answering the most common questions about the measure on the ballot.
Sacramento’s Measure B proposes an extension for redistricting after census data is delayed due to the coronavirus pandemic.
The Sacramento Mayoral Accountability and Community Equity Act of 2020, also known as Measure A or the “strong mayor” proposal, if passed would reform Sacramento’s governing system.