State Controller John Chiang Addressed California’s Financial Future at Special PBI Luncheon Discussion @ Cal State LA

RELEASE

Monday, May 25, 2009
For Immediate Release PBI Contact – Jacqueline Ruiz, 323.343.3770
Media Contact – Edward Headington, 818.720.7181
Website – http://www.patbrowninstitute.org/

State’s Top Fiscal Officer spoke on “California’s Financial Future: Getting Beyond Gridlock”

LOS ANGELES, CA — For nearly three decades, the Edmund G. “Pat” Brown Institute of Public Affairs at California State University, Los Angeles (PBI) has focused on state and community issues and been a standard bearer for the legacy of its namesake. Last Thursday, as part of its California Agenda series, the PBI focused on the Golden State’s financial future featuring the Honorable John Chiang.

“With the Special Election this past Tuesday, we could not ask for a timelier topic and speaker,” said PBI Executive Director Jaime Regalado. “No one is sure what is going to happen next but the proposed cuts will be severe and affect many of California’s working families. I thank the Controller for his comments today and commend him for his leadership on the budget deficit.”

State Controller John Chiang delivered his remarks in the Golden Eagle Conference Center at California State University Drive, Los Angeles in front of an audience of many different community stakeholders: Cal State LA faculty, students and administration, representatives from Kaiser Permanente, Southern California Edison, Wells Fargo and Speaker Karen Bass’s office, neighborhood council leaders, and many more.

“[Governor] Pat Brown created a California that had all of our eyes set a little higher so that we saw a bigger and brighter horizon,” said Controller John Chiang. “There is a huge whiplash effect [with unemployment going up] when you have a downturn in the economy—and that’s what we’re experiencing. Then there is national and global economic phenomenon happening. . . . We can’t continue to roll these debts and deficits on a year-to-year basis because—truthfully—this is your life. The California budget impacts our lives—it’s our education, our healthcare, our infrastructure, our jobs. This ought to be personal for you. It’s important that you elevate your participation … to help the elected and appointed leaders make the right decisions because that’s how you rebuild the California economy and rebuild a system that truly meets our greatest aspirations.”

Footage of the Controller’s remarks available here: Video 1; Video 2; Video 3; and Video 4

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The Edmund G. “Pat” Brown Institute of Public Affairs, a presidentially chartered institute at California State University, Los Angeles, is a non-partisan public policy center dedicated to sustaining vision and legacy of former California Governor Edmund G. "Pat" Brown through convening public policy forums, engaging multi sector stakeholders and diverse communities, and conducting timely policy research and community driven initiatives. For more information, go to http://www.patbrowninstitute.org/.

The California Agenda is a component of the PBI’s Public Policy Education Program and is hosted this year by Southern California Edison and Wells Fargo. It was created to educate and engage leaders and individuals across the sectors on significant state, regional and local public policy issues.

Hon. John Chiang to Address California’s Financial Future at Pat Brown Institute Luncheon Discussion

ADVISORY

The State Controller will speak at California State University, Los Angeles on “California’s Financial Future: Getting Beyond Gridlock”

LOS ANGELES, CA — For nearly three decades, the Edmund G. “Pat” Brown Institute of Public Affairs at California State University, Los Angeles (PBI) has focused on state and community issues and been a standard bearer for the legacy of its namesake. Later this month, the PBI will focus on the Golden State’s financial future with one of its top financial experts.

WHO – State Controller John Chiang

WHAT – PBI California Agenda discussion on “California’s Financial Future: Getting Beyond Gridlock”

WHEN – Thursday, May 21, 2009; 12 p.m. to 2 p.m.

WHERE – California State University, Los Angeles in the Golden Eagle Conference Center Ballroom, 3rd Floor @ 5151 State University Drive, Los Angeles, CA 90032

WHY – California’s fiscal crisis is far from over and experts predict could get worse depending on the Special Election this month. Hear from one of the state’s top financial experts on what may happen next for all Californians.

FYI – Parking available on campus at Parking Structure C or Lot 5 (Cost is $2 for two hours—cash only) located on Paseo Rancho Castilla. This is a free event open to the public. Please R.S.V.P. at http://www.patbrowninstitute.org/register/244/. Please contact Edward Headington at Edward@HeadingtonMedia.com or 818.720.7181 for all media requests.

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The Edmund G. “Pat” Brown Institute of Public Affairs, a presidentially chartered institute at California State University, Los Angeles, is a non-partisan public policy center dedicated to sustaining vision and legacy of former California Governor Edmund G. "Pat" Brown through convening public policy forums, engaging multi sector stakeholders and diverse communities, and conducting timely policy research and community driven initiatives. For more information, go to http://www.patbrowninstitute.org/.

The California Agenda is a component of the PBI’s Public Policy Education Program and is hosted this year by Southern California Edison and Wells Fargo. It was created to educate and engage leaders and individuals across the sectors on significant state, regional and local public policy issues.

Pat Brown Institute Announces “The Golden State and the Future of Green Growth and Green Labor” Discussion at Sony Pictures Entertainment

ADVISORY

Featuring Daniel Flaming from the Los Angeles Economic Roundtable

LOS ANGELES, CA — For nearly three decades, the Edmund G. “Pat” Brown Institute of Public Affairs at California State University, Los Angeles (PBI) has focused on state and community issues and been a standard bearer for the legacy of its namesake. On April 23rd, Daniel Fleming will focus on how California’s labor force is moving toward green-collar jobs and how it might position the Golden State as a leader of the green economy.

WHO – Expert panelists; journalists; chamber of commerce members; political scientists; public policy analysts; elected officials and their staff; students; community leaders and other stakeholders

Featuring Daniel Flaming, President of the Los Angeles Economic Roundtable

WHAT – PBI California Agenda discussion on “The Golden State and the Future of Green Growth and Green Labor”

WHEN – Thursday, April 23, 2009 from 8:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.

WHERE – Sony Pictures Entertainment in the Rita Hayworth Dining Room @ 10202 W. Washington Blvd., Culver City, CA 90232

WHY – Questions remain as to whether “going green” is a trend and/or if growing green a smart investment? Various economic sectors have implemented environmentally safe practices to strategically grow green. But is this the moment for California to grow green and create a more sustainable society? .

FYI – There is no cost to attend but you must R.S.V.P. and bring with you a valid photo ID in order to enter the lot. Please contact Edward Headington at Edward@HeadingtonMedia.com or 818.720.7181 for all media requests.

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The Edmund G. “Pat” Brown Institute of Public Affairs, a presidentially chartered institute at California State University, Los Angeles, is a non-partisan public policy center dedicated to sustaining vision and legacy of former California Governor Edmund G. "Pat" Brown through convening public policy forums, engaging multi sector stakeholders and diverse communities, and conducting timely policy research and community driven initiatives. For more information, go to http://www.patbrowninstitute.org/.

The California Agenda is a component of the PBI’s Public Policy Education Program and is hosted this year by Southern California Edison and Wells Fargo. It was created to educate and engage leaders and individuals across the sectors on significant state, regional and local public policy issues.

Pat Brown Institute “A New Deal in Store for California’s Infrastructure?” Panel Discussion Tomorrow Morning!

MEDIA ALERT

Los Angeles Daily News Editorial Page Writer and Columnist, Mariel Garza, will be the moderator

LOS ANGELES, CA — For nearly three decades, the Edmund G. “Pat” Brown Institute of Public Affairs at California State University, Los Angeles (PBI) has focused on state and community issues and been a standard bearer for the legacy of its namesake. Tomorrow morning, as part of its California Agenda series, the PBI hosts an exciting panel discussion with some of the best and bright minds in the region.

WHO – Moderator – Mariel Garza, Editorial Page Writer and Columnist for the L.A. Daily News; Panelists: Valerie Shaw – City of Los Angeles Public Works Commission; Harvey Smith – National New Deal Preservation; and John Tanner – SEIU Local 721

The diverse 100+ audience will be comprised of many community stakeholders: other experts; journalists; chamber of commerce members; political scientists; public policy analysts; elected officials and their staff; students; community leaders and others.

WHAT – PBI California Agenda discussion on “New Deal in Store for California’s Infrastructure?

WHEN – Thursday, March 19, 2009; 8:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.

WHERE – California State University, Los Angeles in the University Student Union @ 5154 State University Drive, Los Angeles, CA 90032

WHY – With President Obama in Southern California tomorrow, you could not ask for a timelier panel as his administration has promised to renew its contract with America through re-envisioned “New Deal” programs.

Please contact Edward Headington at Edward@HeadingtonMedia.com or 818.720.7181 for all media requests.

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The Edmund G. “Pat” Brown Institute of Public Affairs, a presidentially chartered institute at California State University, Los Angeles, is a non-partisan public policy center dedicated to sustaining vision and legacy of former California Governor Edmund G. "Pat" Brown through convening public policy forums, engaging multi sector stakeholders and diverse communities, and conducting timely policy research and community driven initiatives. For more information, go to http://www.patbrowninstitute.org/.

The California Agenda is a component of the PBI’s Public Policy Education Program and is hosted this year by Southern California Edison and Wells Fargo. It was created to educate and engage leaders and individuals across the sectors on significant state, regional and local public policy issues.

Video - PBI CA Agenda with Assm. Hector De La Torre

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Slideshow - PBI CA Agenda with Assm. Hector De La Torre

February 19, 2009 at Cal State LA

"Foreclosing on the American Dream"

PBI Announces Panelists/Moderator for “A New Deal for CA?“ Panel

ADVISORY

Monday, March 9 2009
For Immediate Release
PBI Contact – Jacqueline Ruiz, 323.343.3770
Media Contact – Edward Headington, 818.720.7181
Website – http://www.patbrowninstitute.org/

Los Angeles Daily News Editorial Page Writer and Columnist, Mariel Garza, will be moderating

LOS ANGELES, CA — For nearly three decades, the Edmund G. “Pat” Brown Institute of Public Affairs at California State University, Los Angeles (PBI) has focused on state and community issues and been a standard bearer for the legacy of its namesake. The incoming Obama administration has promised to renew its contract with America through re-envisioned “New Deal” programs. Borrowing from the pages of American and Californian histories, the federal government will embark upon large-scale infrastructure projects to repair and build our physical infrastructure while boosting the economy and strengthening our social foundations. Notably, former Governor Edmund G. “Pat” Brown followed such a policy with successful results.

WHO – Expert panelists; journalists; chamber of commerce members; political scientists; public policy analysts; elected officials and their staff; students; community leaders and other stakeholders

Moderator – Mariel Garza, Editorial Page Writer and Columnist for the L.A. Daily News

Panelists – Valerie Shaw – City of Los Angeles Public Works Commission; Harvey Smith – National New Deal Preservation; and John Tanner – SEIU Local 721

WHAT – PBI California Agenda discussion on “New Deal in Store for California’s Infrastructure?"

WHEN – Thursday, March 19, 2009; 8:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.

WHERE – California State University, Los Angeles in the University Student Union @ 5154 State University Drive, Los Angeles, CA 90032

WHY – During the 2006 election, voters in California agreed that the Golden State needed its own “New Deal” and overwhelmingly voted to authorize the state to spend bond monies on infrastructure projects related to transportation, housing, and education. The state passed legislation distributing the monies, but little action has been taken since. Why is the state not spending funds that voters authorized? What budget issues are preventing the state from moving forward to strengthen our infrastructure? The discussion will examine the state’s financial condition and ability to invest in infrastructure; it will also focus on possible outcomes that may arise, depending on whether we invest in infrastructure, how much we invest, and how soon.

FYI – Parking available on campus at Parking Structure C or Lot 5 located on Paseo Rancho Castilla (only costs $2 for the two hours—cash only). Give yourself about 5 to 8 minutes to walk to the building. This is a free event open to the public and a light breakfast will be provided. Please R.S.V.P. to Edward Moreno at emoreno9@cslanet.calstatela.edu or register online.

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The Edmund G. “Pat” Brown Institute of Public Affairs, a presidentially chartered institute at California State University, Los Angeles, is a non-partisan public policy center dedicated to sustaining vision and legacy of former California Governor Edmund G. "Pat" Brown through convening public policy forums, engaging multi sector stakeholders and diverse communities, and conducting timely policy research and community driven initiatives. For more information, go to http://www.patbrowninstitute.org/.

The California Agenda is a component of the PBI’s Public Policy Education Program and is hosted this year by Southern California Edison and Wells Fargo. It was created to educate and engage leaders and individuals across the sectors on significant state, regional and local public policy issues.

3/19 PBI Event – “A New Deal for California?”

ADVISORY

Tuesday, March 3, 2009
For Immediate Release
PBI Contact – Jacqueline Ruiz, 323.343.3770
Media Contact – Edward Headington, 818.720.7181
Website – http://www.patbrowninstitute.org/

The moderated panel discussion will include Harvey Smith of the National New Deal Preservation

LOS ANGELES, CA — For nearly three decades, the Edmund G. “Pat” Brown Institute of Public Affairs at California State University, Los Angeles (PBI) has focused on state and community issues and been a standard bearer for the legacy of its namesake. The incoming Obama administration has promised to renew its contract with America through re-envisioned “New Deal” programs. Borrowing from the pages of American and Californian histories, the federal government will embark upon large-scale infrastructure projects to repair and build our physical infrastructure while boosting the economy and strengthening our social foundations. Notably, former Governor Edmund G. “Pat” Brown followed such a policy with successful results.

WHO – Expert panelists; journalists; chamber of commerce members; political scientists; public policy analysts; elected officials and their staff; students; community leaders and other stakeholders

WHAT – PBI California Agenda discussion on “New Deal in Store for California’s Infrastructure?

WHEN – Thursday, March 19, 2009; 8:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.

WHERE – California State University, Los Angeles in the University Student Union @ 5154 State University Drive, Los Angeles, CA 90032

WHY – During the 2006 election, voters in California agreed that the Golden State needed its own “New Deal” and overwhelmingly voted to authorize the state to spend bond monies on infrastructure projects related to transportation, housing, and education. The state passed legislation distributing the monies, but little action has been taken since. Why is the state not spending funds that voters authorized? What budget issues are preventing the state from moving forward to strengthen our infrastructure? The discussion will examine the state’s financial condition and ability to invest in infrastructure; it will also focus on possible outcomes that may arise, depending on whether we invest in infrastructure, how much we invest, and how soon.

FYI – Parking available on campus at Parking Structure C or Lot 5 located on Paseo Rancho Castilla (only costs $2 for the two hours—cash only). Give yourself about 5 to 8 minutes to walk to the building. This is a free event open to the public and a light breakfast will be provided. Please R.S.V.P. to Edward Moreno at emoreno9@cslanet.calstatela.edu or register online.

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The Edmund G. “Pat” Brown Institute of Public Affairs, a presidentially chartered institute at California State University, Los Angeles, is a non-partisan public policy center dedicated to sustaining vision and legacy of former California Governor Edmund G. "Pat" Brown through convening public policy forums, engaging multi sector stakeholders and diverse communities, and conducting timely policy research and community driven initiatives. For more information, go to http://www.patbrowninstitute.org/.

The California Agenda is a component of the PBI’s Public Policy Education Program and is hosted this year by Southern California Edison and Wells Fargo. It was created to educate and engage leaders and individuals across the sectors on significant state, regional and local public policy issues.

Assemblymember Hector De La Torre to Speak on “Foreclosing on the American Dream”

ADVISORY

Tuesday, February 3, 2009
For Immediate Release
PBI Contact – Jacqueline Ruiz, 323.343.3770
Media Contact – Edward Headington, 818.720.7181
Website – http://www.patbrowninstitute.org/

Assemblymember Hector De La Torre to Speak on “Foreclosing on the American Dream”

Last year’s PBI Public Servant of the Year honoree will headline the February 19th kick-off event for the 2009 California Agenda Series

LOS ANGELES, CA — For nearly three decades, the Edmund G. “Pat” Brown Institute of Public Affairs at California State University, Los Angeles (PBI) has focused on state and community issues and been a standard bearer for the legacy of its namesake. Home ownership has long been promoted as the cornerstone of the American Dream and an important vehicle for building the personal assets of Californians. However, given California’s current economic environment and the growing number of home foreclosures across the state, Assemblymember Hector De La Torre will address a number of questions: Is the American dream being significantly deferred? How do we effectively deal with this issue? What role can government play?

WHO – Assemblymember Hector De La Torre (chair of California State Assembly Committee on Accountability and Administrative Review, committee member of the Committee on Housing and Community Development Budget and the Committee on Budget )

WHAT – California Agenda discussion on “Foreclosing on the American Dream”

WHEN – Thursday, February 19, 2009; 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.

WHERE – California State University, Los Angeles in the University Student Union (Los Angeles Room 308A); 5154 State University Drive, Los Angeles, CA 90032

WHY – The discussion will touch upon the social and political dynamics that brought us to this economic moment in American and California histories, as well as focus on what we can learn from this crisis moving forward. Assemblymember De La Torre will speak to best practices and policy solutions to navigate us out of the quagmire.

FYI – Parking available on campus at Parking Structure C (only costs $2 for the two hours). This is a free event open to the public. Please R.S.V.P. at 323.343.3770 or jruiz@cslanet.calstatela.edu.

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The Edmund G. “Pat” Brown Institute of Public Affairs, a presidentially chartered institute at California State University, Los Angeles, is a non-partisan public policy center dedicated to sustaining vision and legacy of former California Governor Edmund G. "Pat" Brown through convening public policy forums, engaging multi sector stakeholders and diverse communities, and conducting timely policy research and community driven initiatives. For more information, go to http://www.patbrowninstitute.org/.

The California Agenda is a component of the PBI’s Public Policy Education Program and is hosted this year by Southern California Edison and Wells Fargo. It was created to educate and engage leaders and individuals across the sectors on significant state, regional and local public policy issues.

10/22 PBI Panel on "Immigrants, Race Relations and the 2008 Elections"

ADVISORY

Monday, October 20, 2008
For Immediate Release
PBI Contact – Jacqueline Ruiz, 323.343.3770
Media Contact – Edward Headington, 818.720.7181
Website – http://www.patbrowninstitute.org/

Los Angeles, CA. For almost three decades, the Edmund G. “Pat” Brown Institute of Public Affairs (PBI) has focused on state and community issues—dedicated to the quest for social justice and equality of opportunity, enlightened civic engagement, and enhancing the quality of life for all Californians. This Wednesday night, less than two weeks before the national elections, the PBI hosts a panel discussion on "Immigrants, Race Relations and the 2008 Elections."

WHO: PBI supporters and staff; immigration experts; community leaders and others

Moderator: Jon Beaupre, California State University Los Angeles, KPCC 89.3 FM frequent guest host, and the Los Angeles Press Club

Panelists: Stewart Kwoh - Asian Pacific American Legal Center of Southern California; Rev. Eric P. Lee - Southern Christian Leadership Conference of Greater Los Angeles; Angela Sanbrano - National Alliance of Latin American and Caribbean Communities; and Ira Mehlman - Federation for American Immigration Reform

WHAT: PBI Panel Discussion on "Immigrants, Race Relations and the 2008 Elections"

WHEN: Wednesday, October 22, 2008; 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.

WHERE: City Club on Bunker Hill @ 333 S Grand Avenue, Suite 5450, Los Angeles, CA 90071; (Wells Fargo Center)

WHY: The panelists will consider the following: What roles do immigration and immigrant communities play in the larger arenas of race and ethnic relations in the U.S.? How do these roles affect local, regional and national politics/political processes? How can we situate debates on immigration within the larger framework of social, economic and political justice?

FYI: Hosted by Southern California Edison and the James Irvine Foundation. RSVP today @ www.patbrowninstitute.org/register/227/.

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The Edmund G. “Pat” Brown Institute of Public Affairs, a presidentially chartered institute at California State University, Los Angeles, is a non-partisan public policy center dedicated to sustaining vision and legacy of former California Governor Edmund G. "Pat" Brown through convening public policy forums, engaging multi sector stakeholders and diverse communities, and conducting timely policy research and community driven initiatives. For more information, go to www.PatBrownInstitute.org/.