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mariel replied to the discussion Financial Literacy for Our Youth in LA in the forum Education · 4 months ago

In a city like Los Angeles, where the cost of living is high and financial mistakes can be especially costly, preparing young people with re…

mariel replied to the discussion Reduce Food Costs in the forum Economic · 4 months ago

Rising food costs are placing a significant strain on families, especially those already managing tight budgets. Addressing this issue requi…

mariel replied to the discussion Initiative to Clean Up the Streets of LA in the forum Health · 4 months ago

Keeping Los Angeles streets clean is essential for public health, safety, and overall quality of life, but it requires more than surface-lev…

mariel replied to the discussion Initiatives for Affordable Housing for Homeless Angelenos in the forum Economic · 4 months ago

Addressing homelessness in Los Angeles requires more than temporary solutions, it calls for long-term, sustainable housing strategies that m…

mariel replied to the discussion Holding Cheating Spouses Criminally Liable when Non-Cheating Spouses Die/Affair in the forum Law Enforcement · 4 months ago

This proposal raises important questions about fairness, accountability, and the purpose of inheritance law. While infidelity can be deeply…

mariel replied to the discussion Ban The Diesel Exhaust System for Diesel Engines in the forum Energy & Utilities · 4 months ago

Reducing harmful emissions from diesel engines is essential for protecting public health, especially in communities already disproportionate…

mariel replied to the discussion Cap on Apartment Rental Rates in the forum Economic · 4 months ago

Capping apartment rental rates is about creating stability in a market that has become increasingly unpredictable for everyday residents. Wh…

mariel replied to the discussion Cap on Rental Prices in the forum Economic · 4 months ago

Housing isn’t a luxury, it’s a necessity. Putting a cap on rental prices is a critical step toward protecting working families from being pr…

mariel replied to the discussion Lower Rent in LA in the forum Economic · 4 months ago

As a parent of two school-aged children, the cost of rent in Los Angeles is something I feel every single month. Housing is not a luxury—it…

mariel replied to the discussion Resources for Schools to Combat Bullying/More Funding for AP Classes in the forum Education · 4 months ago

As a parent of two school-aged children, this issue is deeply personal to me. I also lost my 15-year-old niece to suicide after she experien…

mariel replied to the discussion Increase Stature of Limitations for Sexually Harassed Individuals in Workplace in the forum Law Enforcement · 4 months ago

Extending the statute of limitations is essential. Many survivors need time to process what happened, feel safe, and come forward. The curre…

mariel replied to the discussion Rent & Gas Price Reduction in the forum Economic · 4 months ago

The rising cost of rent and gas is putting serious pressure on everyday people. These are basic, unavoidable expenses, and when they increas…

mariel replied to the discussion Proposal to Provide Housing for the Homeless in LA in the forum Economic · 4 months ago

Housing has to be part of the solution. People cannot rebuild their lives without a safe, stable place to sleep, shower, store their belongi…

mariel replied to the discussion Expedite Housing for the Homeless! in the forum Economic · 4 months ago

The longer people wait for housing, the harder it is to get back on their feet. Faster solutions could help break that cycle.

mariel replied to the discussion Proposal to Lower Cannabis Taxes in California in the forum Economic · 4 months ago

If taxes are too high, it defeats the purpose of having a regulated market in the first place. A lower tax burden could support legal busine…

mariel replied to the discussion Increase EBT Funds to Seniors and More Funding for Homeless Veterans in the forum Economic · 4 months ago

Seniors and veterans have already given so much, and many are still struggling to meet basic needs. Increasing support like this is about di…

mariel replied to the discussion Proposal to Combat Food Waste by Giving it to Those in Need in the forum Economic · 4 months ago

This feels like a win-win. Reducing waste while helping people who need it most is a practical and impactful solution.

mariel replied to the discussion Build More Projects for Small Families in the forum Economic · 4 months ago

Not every family needs large or expensive housing, but there aren’t enough options for smaller households. More tailored developments could…

mariel replied to the discussion Proposal to Combat Discrimination in LA’s Sports Tier System for Students in the forum Education · 4 months ago

Sports can play a huge role in a student’s confidence and development. Making sure access is fair and equitable should be a priority.

mariel replied to the discussion Expedite Process for Citizenship in the forum Political · 4 months ago

Long wait times don’t just slow things down—they impact families, jobs, and stability. Streamlining the process could make a real difference…