"BART spent $6.75 million of taxpayers' money for the mistakes made by the BART police in the mediated prelitigation settlement with Jasmine Gao. It is a tragedy of just actions and how authority is abused. BART issued a notice of intent to terminate Officer Poblete. It was BART police Chief Kevin Franklin who issued a public statement that said Gao is alleged to have assaulted a police officer. It looks like Poblete's actions had the full support of the police chief."
"Forty-three percent of UC students face food insecurity, leaving them 50% less likely to attend class and 43% less likely to graduate. At the nation's top public university, it is unacceptable that students must choose between rent, meals and their health. In the richest country in the world, we cannot continue to neglect students' basic needs. UC Berkeley's pantry saw 22,000 visits in 2019, while Cal Poly Humboldt despite having fewer than 6,000 students"
BART paid $6.75 million in a mediated prelitigation settlement over police actions involving Jasmine Gao. The transit agency issued a notice of intent to terminate Officer Poblete. BART police Chief Kevin Franklin publicly stated Gao allegedly assaulted an officer, and the agency admits those statements were inaccurate. Questions remain about disciplinary action and transparency from BART leadership. Forty-three percent of UC students face food insecurity, reducing class attendance and graduation likelihood. UC Berkeley pantry usage and comparisons to Cal Poly Humboldt reveal high demand and limited access, with students restricted to one visit weekly. Increased access and resource commitments are necessary to prevent students sacrificing survival for success. A maternity group-care model led by and for Black people is improving outcomes in Oakland.
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