CA’n voters made it clear to pols this past November: if you're going to spend our money, first prove you know how to do it. But gov’t doesn’t always follow the logical yellow brick road, as Opp Now contributors analyze below. In this exclusive, hear from CA taxpayer advocates Marc Joffe, Lance Christensen, and Pat Waite—on what they’re watching, expecting, and hoping for in ‘25 (from BART, new taxes, energy costs, and more).
Read MoreThere's a rising resistance to The City’s ongoing efforts to prioritize train and bus service over personal vehicles. And it's getting nasty. SF Chron reports.
Read MoreOn X, Lance Christensen (former CA Policy Center VP of Education Policy and Gov’t Affairs) sees a vibe shift in the results from the most recent election, which minimizes the power of the far-left in the Democratic Party.
Read MoreIf you live in the Valley, you’ve certainly felt its spirited je ne sais quoi in the air. But—dare we try to define the sublime—what exactly distinguishes Silicon Valley from CA, from the world? To welcome New Year ‘25, a medley of creative leaders exalted the Valley’s beauty, diversity, and tenacity in this Opp Now exclusive (series consolidated below).
Read MoreThe WSJ editorial board examines the most recent report from HUD (and so does the Merc) that says homelessness is way up nationally, and especially in CA cities (incl. SJ). The editors say dogmatic insistence on Housing First and rigid zoning orthodoxies, the failure to confront the realities of addiction and mental health factors, and perverse incentives that attract drug tourists to our cities—all these policy mistakes lead to rising suffering and wasted billions.
Read MoreWe gave 14 creative leaders one question: what makes the Valley so distinctive? Turns out, it’s not just the tech, or the cultural diversity—but a shared spirit of optimism, creative innovation, and gettin’ it done. Here’s Part 4. An Opp Now exclusive. Welcome, New Year ‘25.
Read MoreThere’s a whole lot to love about the Valley of Heart’s Delight: bustling energy, bright discoveries, and the vibrant “buzz” of thinkers working (and failing) and learning together. Hear from more Silicon Valley artists, below. An Opp Now exclusive roundup. Part 3.
Read MoreIn 1875, San Jose single mother Clara S. Foltz challenged CA State Bar's “male citizens” restriction, by helping to pass the “Woman Lawyer’s Bill.” Foltz went on to a successful legal career, later filing what became a SCOTUS suit against discrimination in law school admissions. Below, CCC Bar Association tells Clara Foltz's compelling story: one of hardship, opposition, and—progress.
Read MoreWe chose to ring in the New Year by asking local artists what makes Silicon Valley distinctive. Spunky. Worth preserving. Today, Noema mag chimes in—below—on why cultivating “awe” (in today's fast-paced, self-centered culture) is actually really good for us.
Read MoreMediated technology offers us many opportunities (like reading our site!), says author Christine Rosen; but what's it taking away? Namely, the ability to observe and interact with our surroundings by ourselves and individually, without third parties telling us how to think—a crucial skill for free marketeers. Below, Law & Liberty reviews Rosen's fascinating new book on the subject.
Read MoreGrit. Determination. Passion. Fourteen creative changemakers discuss what’s in that Silicon Valley special sauce—and how it’s elevated (and distinguished) local art, culture, and innovation. Here’s Part 2 of Opp Now’s exclusive roundup.
Read MoreNew Year ‘25. The world’s tech capital. Here’s part 1, below, of a special roundup with 14 creative leaders—celebrating the Valley’s unique beauty, cultural diversity, and artistic spark. An Opp Now exclusive.
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