Prop 13, Yosemite, and Power Balance | California News

Proposition 13’s shaky constitutional foundation is back in the spotlight after a recent court ruling, sparking debate over whether it ever needed supermajority approval. Meanwhile, Trump’s rumored plan to trade Yosemite land for a private road has ignited outrage, fueling calls to protect public lands and pressure the Interior Secretary. Critics warn the Supreme Court is enabling unchecked presidential power, veering from the founders’ intent to prevent tyranny. On a somber note, September marks National Suicide Prevention Awareness Month — with nearly 1,600 Californians dying by firearm suicide annually — underscoring the urgent need for awareness and support via resources like 988. And as we reflect on COVID-19’s devastation — over a million lives lost — advocates are pushing for a national commission to investigate and prepare for future crises, especially as emerging tech like AI could spawn new biological threats.

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