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Kern County workers plan another strike in June
SEIU (Service Employees International Union) Local 521 has announced that Kern County workers are planning to go on another strike for two days on June 3 and 4 to protest low wages, critical staff shortages, and what they say are broken promises by county leaders.
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Health workers unite at Kern Medical to protest medicaid cuts
Dr. Megan Haugland, a second-year OB-GYN resident at Kern Medical, speaks at Tuesday’s rally in Bakersfield, calling for lawmakers to protect Medicaid funding that supports essential health services for vulnerable patients in the Central Valley.
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Community pushes back on threats to Medi-Cal in Valadao’s District
Community members in Kern County portray acts of civil disobedience as hundreds gather at Rep. David Valadao’s office to protest Medicaid cuts and California’s overall healthcare system on April 24.
Community holds silent vigil to defend Democracy in Bakersfiel
Community members gathered outside the Federal Courthouse to hold a vigil protesting what they describe as the current administration’s threats to democracy.
A win for civil rights amidst the Trump Administration’s anti-immigrant rhetoric
A lawsuit filed against Kristi Noem in her capacity as Secretary of the Department of Homeland Security, along with other federal officials, has resulted in a major legal victory—not only for the United Farm Workers Association but also for civil rights protections across California.
Child care providers push for better pay and health care ahead of June capitol march
Child care providers and supporters gathered outside Congressman David G. Valadao’s Bakersfield office on April 30 for better pay, health care, and retirement benefits.