Day Around The Bay: Newsom Sends Prepaid Phones To Tech Execs With Note, I'm A Phone Call Away'
Briefly

Recently, California Governor Gavin Newsom engaged local tech executives by mailing prepaid cellphones programmed with his number, emphasizing his availability for support or collaboration. Meanwhile, state issues continue to evolve as Attorney General Rob Bonta filed a lawsuit against the dismantling of the Department of Education, which marks an active start to his administration. Additionally, the unity in the gaming industry was palpable as video game workers announced the creation of a union, signaling a shift in workplace dynamics as they fight for better rights and protections.
Disney shareholders overwhelmingly voted against a proposal by a right-wing think tank to end participation in the Human Rights Campaign's index, highlighting robust support for LGBTQ rights among the investors. Only 1% favored the proposal.
In a strong stand for workers' rights, video game workers formed a union, United Video Workers, at the Game Developers Conference, marking a significant move within the tech industry toward collective bargaining.
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