Published by KCBS Radio – San Francisco
A year long study has taken a closer look at the biggest challenges facing young mothers in Santa Clara County.
KCBS Radio’s Keith Menconi reports, the findings show restrictive welfare requirements are making it so these moms can’t get their needs or those of their kids met.
Among the 10 initiatives on California’s ballot, Proposition 36 was at the forefront of a state-wide debate addressing retail theft and drug-related crimes.
Why common sense, progressive criminal justice policies failed in California
“It leaves folks more vulnerable to be entangled in experiencing exploitation,” said Julia Arroyo, executive director of the Young Women’s Freedom Center.
