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Letter to the Editor | We need your support

By Amelie Kappes, Colleen Allan, and Teebie Saunders | Giving Campaign co-chairs | November 20, 2020

The Giving Campaign co-chairs explain why donating to Piedmont schools is more important now than ever.

Letters to the Editor

Letter to the Editor | It’s time to give

By Cortney Allen, PEF vice chair | November 20, 2020

PEF Vice Chair Cortney Allen says the dollars raised this year are essential for the next school year.

Around Town

Letter to the Editor | More time needed for input on PCA lease

By Rebecca Posamentier | Chair, Piedmont Arts Fund | November 13, 2020

Let's take the time to look holistically at how we interact with the arts as a community, writes Rebecca Posamentier.

Around Town

Letter to the Editor | Thank you for the support

By Connie Herrick | November 10, 2020

Although the race did not turn in her favor, city council candidate Connie Herrick expresses gratitude for the community and reaffirms commitment to serving the city.

Around Town

Letter to the Editor | Center for the Arts lease needs more public input, lost revenue at stake

By Nancy Lehrkind | November 9, 2020

Why the rush to vote on Nov. 16 when there is still time to consider options, asks founder and former president of the PCA Nancy Lehrkind.

Elections

Commentary | 2020 presidential election results an embarrassing failure for pollsters

By W. Joseph Campbell, for The Conversation | Local News Matters | November 6, 2020

The poll-driven expectation that Joe Biden would lead Democrats in a sweeping “blue wave” went unfulfilled. He may still win the presidency, but it will not be in a landslide.

California

What the failure of Prop. 25 means for racial justice in California

By Nigel Duara | CalMatters | November 5, 2020

California voters rejected the Legislature’s decision to end cash bail. While it doesn’t mean the end of criminal justice reform, it does signal more work ahead.

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Letter to the Editor | Thigpen is an inclusive leader

By Annemarie O’Brien | October 30, 2020

Annemarie Turner says Veronica Thigpen will bring resolve and resourcefulness to the school board.

Elections

Letter to the Editor | Thigpen Anderson is a collaborative, can-do leader with experience in education

By Sachin Adarkar | October 29, 2020

She would help PUSD translate good principles into productive, concrete actions, says Sachin Adarkar.

City

Letter to the Editor | A world-class city like Piedmont should have a local pool

By Dion Lim | October 29, 2020

Dion Lim is proud of the way Piedmonters have pulled together to support this important effort.