On the eve of a massively disruptive strike that would hit families at more than 900 schools, Los Angeles Unified teachers say they deserve a better deal on pay and working conditions. The district has given some ground in recent days but argues that on at least the money issues, budget projections are grim despite a current reserve, … Continue reading LA Times: As teachers’ strike looms, L.A. schools aren’t failing us. We’re failing them →

David Crane’s resume is a varied and illustrious one. He was a partner at Babcock & Brown, a global investment firm, for 24 years, then went on to serve as a special adviser to Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger from 2004 to 2010. Now Crane lectures in public policy at Stanford University, serves on the board of … Continue reading Marin Magazine: 8 Questions for David Crane →