Bernie is visiting California for a series of political rallies to build support for his campaign and several progressive policies. As he addresses tens of thousands of people across the country, Bernie has let them know that he needs their support beyond the election. If we hope to be successful in implementing these progressive policies he’s let these rallies know that he needs our support through the election and beyond it. Part of his schedule included visiting the Islamic Center of Southern California to show solidarity with Muslim communities that have been the target of hate. The visit is remarkable … Continue reading →

It may not always seem this way, but foreign policy should be about people. Which people it’s about, determines what our foreign policy is. When our foreign policy revolves around powerful people representing enormous business interests, it takes on a particular form. When it’s focused on relatively powerless everyday people across the world, it takes on a different form. When I think about foreign policy, I try to focus on people without much power. I work to identify with those who find themselves buffeted by enormous forces outside of their control. Perhaps it is a bit easier for me because I am a first-generation … Continue reading →