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Vol. 66 No. 9 | Thursday, February 26, 2026
BLACK HISTORY MONTH INSIDE THIS WEEK'S ISSUE:
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Serving San Diego County’s African & African American Communities 66 Years
THE BATTLE FOR THE FUTURE OF POLITICAL PLAYBACK: CALIFORNIA HOUSING IN JAMACHA CAPITOL NEWS Residents Push Back as Developers and the City of YOU MIGHT San Diego Threaten to Reshape their Neighborhood HAVE MISSED By Bo Tefu and Antonio Ray Harvey CALIFORNIA BLACK MEDIA
State Dem Convention
Nichelle Henderson Stuns Field, Topping Delegate Vote in Superintendent of Public Instruction Race
WOMEN OF SOUTHEAST “MOBB THE BUSINESS” SEE PAGE 6
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communities from dense development approved by the City of San Diego.
Following the repeal of the controversial zoning policy known as Footnote 7, as previously reported on by the Voice & Viewpoint, Southeastern San Diego continues to be a battleground of neighbors coming together to protect their
Now, a new fight has emerged in the neighborhood of Jamacha: a proposed multi-unit ADU project at 1441 Woodrow Ave. See JAMACHA page 2
CALIFORNIA DEMOCRATIC FRIENDS OF OAK PARK LIBRARY LAWMAKERS REAFFIRM CELEBRATE BLACK HISTORY COMMITMENT TO DEI COUNTY TO TRACK PROGRESS
Nichelle Henderson candidate for CA State Superintendent of Public Instruction PHOTO: California Black Media
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ON ENDING HOMELESSNESS
Sen. Smallwood-Cuevas: Sen. Lola Smallwood-Cuevas (D-Los Angeles) introduced Senate Concurrent Resolution (SCR) 89 at the State Capitol to reaffirm the state’s commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) as foundational to justice, opportunity, and good governance. PHOTO: Antonio Ray Harvey / CBM
By Bo Tefu and Antonio Ray Harvey CALIFORNIA BLACK MEDIA On Feb. 19, Sen. Lola SmallwoodCuevas (D–Los Angeles) introduced Senate Concurrent Resolution (SCR) 89, a measure affirming California’s commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI).
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The County has launched new interactive dashboards on its website, giving the public real-time access to data and milestones on programs aimed at reducing homelessness. See HOMELESSNESS page 2
“We are California. DEI is in our DNA,” Smallwood-Cuevas said. “We’re proud to stand with our communities, who deserve the dignity and respect that DEI provides.” The press event, held at the State Capitol, brought together stakeholders focused
on social justice, civil rights, and workforce equity. SCR 89 passed the Senate the same day on a 29–7 vote. A Senate Concurrent Resolution is approved by both the Senate and Assembly and expresses the joint will or intent of the Legislature. It does not carry the force of law and does not require the governor’s signature. The resolution urges local, state, and federal policymakers — as well as educational institutions and private employers — to uphold DEI principles while protecting constitutional rights and guarding against retaliation.
Black Democratic candidates walked away from this weekend’s state party convention with a mixed but telling set of results. One race in particular delivered a headline-making surprise. The biggest jolt came in the contest for Superintendent of Public Instruction, where educator Nichelle Henderson outpaced better-known contenders, including former Assembly Speaker Anthony Rendon, to lead the delegate vote. In a field that included seasoned political figures with statewide name recognition, Henderson’s strong showing signaled that grassroots appeal and an education-centered message may be resonating more deeply with party activists than traditional political résumés. Beyond Henderson’s breakout performance, other Black candidates saw varying degrees of success that offered an early measure of organizational strength and enthusiasm within party ranks. In the race for lieutenant governor, former Stockton Mayor Michael Tubbs captured 24% of delegate support in a competitive field. While not enough to dominate the contest, the share reflects a meaningful base of backing among activists and underscores his continued relevance in statewide politics. See PLAYBACK page 2
See DEI page 2
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