Why We Must Act

At CCRC, we believe we are all in this together. We have all been affected by California’s budget crisis whether by our children’s elementary school which can no longer take field trips or libraries closing down or huge potholes endangering the … [Read More...]
CCRC’s History

In 1985, Clarence Thomas, then Chairman of the EEOC, was attempting to implement regulations so that proving employment discrimination would become more difficult. A group of civil rights advocates came together to challenge his new regulations and … [Read More...]
News

The California Revenue & Budget Problem
At CCRC, we believe we are all in this together. We have all been affected by California’s budget crisis whether by our children’s elementary school which can no longer take field trips or libraries closing down or huge potholes endangering the roads or public offices limiting their hours. California has had a revenue and budget… [Continue Reading]

CCRC Endorsements
Click to download a PDF of our California 2012 ballot measure recommendations, which were decided upon by the CCRC Steering Committee. Not all member organizations of CCRC endorse each of the positions. Please register to vote by October 22. Proposition 30 – Governor Brown’s Initiative to Fund Schools & Essential Services Raises income taxes on top… [Continue Reading]

Nonprofits Talking Taxes
Nonprofits Talking Taxes is a fast2paced workshop offered at no cost for nonprofit organizations in California seeking ways to talk about the state and local budget crisis and the key income solutions. This 902minute workshop will help your organization to thoughtfully consider and participate in policy solutions by helping staff form their own opinions about the role of public funding… [Continue Reading]

Help Cut Drug War Waste
Dear Friends, Please join me in asking Governor Brown to cut drug war waste in California prisons by reducing the penalty for possession of a small amount of drugs from a felony to a misdemeanor. Over 9,000 people are currently locked up in state prison and thousands more in county jails for these offenses at a cost… [Continue Reading]












