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COMMENTARY: How I have managed my mental health throughout the pandemic
According to a report released by the World Health Organization, cases of Covid-19 were first reported to the organization on Dec.
Commentary: The first step to re-gaining public trust is holding people accountable for their actions
Trust is the glue that binds people, society, and community together. Trust is correlated with increased civic participation, decreased corruption, increased resilience to disasters, decreased economic inequality, and decreases in illegal activities.
COMMENTARY: It couldn’t be any more clear. White privilege on full display as rioters storm, terrorize U.S. Capital
On Wednesday, terrorists stormed the U.S Capitol, which caused an unbelievable amount of mayhem; however, Even after all the chaos, danger and damage they caused, they were met with little to no resistance from law enforcement.
COMMENTARY: Proper medical care is what the community needs to fight COVID-19
A few months ago, it was reported President Donald Trump contracted COVID-19. Naturally, being the president of the United States, he received the best medical attention and care.
Climate change is on track to affect Kern residents if policies remain the same
Climate change has become a more prevalent issue as more scientists andenvironmental organizations call for urgent adjustment to environmental policies.
COMMENTARY: The McFarland City Council race deserves to be more than a popularity contest
Considering what McFarland has gone through this year — with the City Council voting to allow GEO to operate in my hometown — the McFarland City Council race might be one of the most important races in Kern County.