John Myers: Researchers revisit California’s political redistricting –
For proof that headlines don’t tell you the whole story, you only have to look as far as one touting a new study concluding 2011′s independent political remapping “got the job done.” Yes, it did. But it was also a process, finds the report, that was fraught with missteps resulting in not enough time for the Citizens Redistricting Commission to carry out its most important duty: actually draw the maps. Myers in News10 Sacramento; Political Blotter; Stockton Record article
Read MoreCalifornia lawmakers press for immigrant benefits and more in defense bill —
An immigrant’s military service could be a path to legal U.S. residency, if Rep. Jeff Denham, R-Calif., gets his way. Undocumented immigrants would also be allowed to enlist, with legal permanent residency a reward for completing honorable service, under Denham’s proposal. Like dozens of other House members, he hopes his idea can hitch a ride this week on a huge, must-pass defense bill. McClatchy Newspapers article
Read MoreBrown plan gives big money to close education gap –
California schools will receive an infusion of more than $3.6 billion in extra money this year, much of it targeted to the neediest students as part of a redistribution plan pushed by Gov. Jerry Brown. AP article
Read MoreMiddle-class scholarships to UC, CSU likely –
A proposal to shave 10 to 40 percent off tuition for about 100,000 such students at University of California and California State University campuses is taking shape as part of the new state budget that lawmakers are expected to approve Friday. San Francisco Chronicle article
Read MoreConsumers don’t shop around for health care services –
Consumer reviews, price comparisons and lots of healthy competition are common in the marketplace since the advent of online sales and information. Buying quality at the best price has never been easier. Except for when it comes to health care. Visalia Times-Delta article
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