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  1. Why are some communities in Contra Costa County unincorporated?

    Exploring unincorporated Saranap: the benefits of avoiding city politics, why annexation is costly, and how LAFCO governs municipal formation.

    By:Ryan Buckley
    On:Tue 20 June 2023
    In:Politics

  2. Knocking your NOx off

    Exploring new Bay Area Air Quality Management District regulations requiring zero NOx standards for heating appliances to reduce pollution and protect public health.

    By:Ryan Buckley
    On:Sat 18 March 2023
    In:Politics

  3. Mobile homes are a piece of the housing puzzle

    Making the YIMBY case for mobile homes as part of California's housing solution, covering affordability, ownership, flexibility, and environmental benefits.

    By:Ryan Buckley
    On:Mon 20 February 2023
    In:Politics

  4. Taking advantage of the Inflation Reduction Act in Contra Costa County

    How Contra Costa County can leverage $1.4 billion in federal infrastructure funds to build a green economy through manufacturing and services.

    By:Ryan Buckley
    On:Tue 03 January 2023
    In:Politics

  5. On community

    Examining political differences between 'protect what's mine' vs 'share what's ours' through the lens of privilege, community, and immigration policy.

    By:Ryan Buckley
    On:Sun 25 October 2020
    In:Politics

  6. How I could be Republican

    Exploring traditional Republican values like conservation, small government, fiscal responsibility, and freedom to find common ground across party lines.

    By:Ryan Buckley
    On:Mon 24 February 2020
    In:Politics

  7. The things we all want

    Why the middle class dream feels impossible for most Californians and how economic anxiety drives populist movements like Trump and Brexit.

    By:Ryan Buckley
    On:Sat 06 July 2019
    In:Politics

  8. Some great advice about how to stand out in local politics

    Key insights from Sacramento visits: standing out in politics is simple - just follow through on commitments and support existing officials' agendas.

    By:Ryan Buckley
    On:Sat 02 March 2019
    In:Politics

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