Politics, governance, & power
Inequality & social divides
Challenges ahead : a glimpse into the future.
1. Land and people : Land and nature ; Public lands and parks ; Colonialism and Native Californians ; Population ; Migration ; Unauthorized immigration
2. Politics, governance, and power : Government and politics ; Budget and taxation ; Government finances ; Military power ; Crime and incarceration
3. Economy and industry : Economic growth ; Workforce ; Business and finance ; Agribusiness ; Technology
4. Urban areas : Cities and metro areas ; The Bay Area ; Greater Los Angeles ; Real estate ; Highways and transportation
5. Water and energy : Water supply ; Water use ; Energy: fossil fuels ; Energy: electricity ; Renewable energy
6. Environment : Climate change ; Carbon emissions ; Air pollution ; Water pollution
7. Health and education : Healthcare: quality and outcomes ; Healthcare: cost and access ; Pre-K education ; K-12 education ; Higher education
8. Inequality and social divides : Income, wealth, and poverty ; Hunger and homelessness ; Race and ethnicity ; Gender and sexual orientation ; Youth and old age
9. Challenges ahead: A glimpse into the future