Oakland

Article Abstract:

Oakland, CA is in dire need of economic rehabilitation following the exodus of big business from the city into the more lucrative opportunities in nearby counties. Poverty continues to plague the city, with one in five residents depending on public assistance. Furthermore, racial factors determine residents' economic performance. African Americans who comprise 44% of the population only make a third of the city's total earning power. Challenges in alleviating Oakland's poor economic performance should be a top priority of its public officials.

Economic aspects, African Americans, Oakland, California

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An Orange County snapshot

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A description is presented of a teenager's experience of growing-up in Orange County, CA, in the 1960s. The difficulties of finding work following graduation, which led to an interest in historic architecture, are discussed.

Study and teaching, Orange County, California, 1960s (Decade) AD, Local history

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Helping kids over life's hurdles: mentors called to action

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Mentoring is discussed with emphasis on its many benefits for children. California's Governor Gray Davis aims to recruit one million mentors to go into schools to help children with their education and social skills.

Services, Behavior, Schools, Mentors, Mentoring

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