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The triumph and tragedy of Jose Antonio Vargas
Defending my childhood friend Jose Antonio Vargas: Pulitzer winner living the American dream illegally, asking 'What would you have done differently?'
By:Ryan Buckley
On:Mon 28 January 2019
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Electric scooters have a public health externality
Electric scooters create hidden public health costs through increased emergency room visits, requiring cities to address safety externalities.
By:Ryan Buckley
On:Tue 23 October 2018
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The great 2018 Assembly District 16 debate
Analysis of the 2018 Assembly District 16 debate between Catherine Baker and Rebecca Bauer-Kahan, evaluating their positions and performance.
By:Ryan Buckley
On:Sat 13 October 2018
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Where's the 'alt-middle'?
Frustrated by partisan politics, I'm looking for the 'alt-middle' - candidates willing to break party lines and take positions on housing and policy.
By:Ryan Buckley
On:Sun 26 August 2018
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About the Contra Costa County Sustainability Commission
Overview of Contra Costa County's Sustainability Commission, its role in implementing the Climate Action Plan and reducing greenhouse gas emissions.
By:Ryan Buckley
On:Fri 17 August 2018
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The case for more housing in Contra Costa County
An economic analysis of Bay Area housing scarcity, rising prices, and the urgent need for high-density housing near transportation.
By:Ryan Buckley
On:Wed 01 August 2018
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Income inequality in and around Contra Costa County
Analysis of income inequality trends in Contra Costa County using Federal Reserve data, showing growing gaps between top and bottom earners post-recession.
By:Ryan Buckley
On:Thu 12 July 2018
In:Politics -
The importance of having experience
Reflecting on a decade since grad school: why voters value private sector experience, parenthood, and community involvement in political candidates.
By:Ryan Buckley
On:Wed 11 July 2018
In:Politics