Sunday, June 15

Keshav Tadimeti: Kevin de León’s endorsement reflects disparity in state demographic, lawmakers

California Democrats’ political dance routine consists of just one move: shuffle to the left. That’s the narrative we’ve all been made to believe. And it’s accurate for the most part. Read more...

Photo: State Senator Kevin de León’s endorsement for U.S. Senate isn’t a sign of hyperliberalism. It’s a sign of his relevance and rapport with younger voters. (Courtesy of Quinn Dombrowski)




William Bleveans: Students’ gender-specific subletting advertisements violate fair housing acts

Although Facebook, Inc., has received its fair share of scrutiny recently, the behavior of UCLA students on the platform demands attention as well. Around the end of every school year, dozens of UCLA students post in a Facebook page titled “UCLA Sublets/Apartments” to sublease their apartments to their peers staying in Westwood for the summer. Read more...

Photo: Many UCLA students sublet apartments in the summer. By advertising to specific genders via Facebook pages for students, however, they are violating fair housing laws. (Amy Dixon/Photo editor)


Clea Wurster: LA shouldn’t let river revitalization project fall prey to gentrification

As summer nears, the Los Angeles River Revitalization project is making quite the splash – monopolizing news coverage and maybe even hiking up Angelenos’ home prices. Read more...

Photo: Gentrification has long been a problem in Los Angeles communities and neighborhoods. The city must act to make sure its revitalization of the LA River doesn’t lead to further gentrification, argues columnist Clea Wurster. (Daily Bruin file photo)





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