Claim Cadiz exploits Latinos ‘absurd’, former senator says
Claim Cadiz exploits Latinos 'absurd', former senator says Desert Sun
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Expanding Palm Springs airport is a bad idea
The expansion of the Palm Springs International Airport will have an unprecedented negative impact on the quality of life for residents. Continual airplane engine noise and voluminous traffic increases in and around the airport will be a constant irritant.
Making Palm Springs the central transit hub for the entire Coachella Valley is a bad idea. Simply because in 1942 the airport was sited here does not mean it cannot be moved to a more remote, easily accessible and less impactful location.
Justice was not served in the Trump trial
Apparently, the person who wrote the letter today re: “Innocent Biden” watches only CNN and MSNBC. Because here is the real story. First, the trial was held in Manhattan that voted for Biden. I’ll bet the 12 jurors voted for Biden also. District attorney Alvin Bragg vowed he would hold Trump accountable.
Judge Juan M. Merchan is a democratic contributor and should have recused himself but didn’t. His daughter works for the Democratic party.
A misdemeanor from long ago was turned into a “felony” by Bragg. And just yesterday, it was revealed that one of Merrick Garland’s top lieutenants, Matthew Colangelo, was assigned to Bragg’s office before the trial.
And what about the illegal “gag” order? The Dems can’t run on the border, the economy or the multiple wars we are financing. So jailing Trump is their last hope.
Neil Mahony, Cathedral City
Improving Access to Clean Water in California
As former Senate Majority Leader and founder of the California’s Latino Legislative Caucus, I’ve proudly worked to improve the lives of Latino families in California for decades. Today I proudly serve as a member of the board of directors of Cadiz, Inc. working to deliver clean, affordable, reliable water to some of the poorest, most disenfranchised communities in California, including farmworker and Tribal communities in the eastern Coachella Valley and Mojave Desert. The communities Cadiz serves do not have access to safe drinking water today if they have access to water at all during increasingly severe droughts.
If Ms. Landeros and Ms. Enriquez have any interest in the truth or have any respect for farmworker families living on the front lines of climate change, I invite them to come visit one of Cadiz’ clean water projects and learn. I certainly hope they consider fact-checking their claims before disparaging the reputations of people who’ve dedicated their lives to social and environmental justice.
Senator Richard Polanco, Los Angeles
SDGs, Targets, and Indicators
| SDGs | Targets | Indicators |
|---|---|---|
| SDG 6: Clean Water and Sanitation | Target 6.1: By 2030, achieve universal and equitable access to safe and affordable drinking water for all | Indicator not mentioned in the article |
| SDG 11: Sustainable Cities and Communities | Target 11.2: By 2030, provide access to safe, affordable, accessible and sustainable transport systems for all, improving road safety, notably by expanding public transport, with special attention to the needs of those in vulnerable situations, women, children, persons with disabilities and older persons | Indicator not mentioned in the article |
| SDG 16: Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions | Target 16.3: Promote the rule of law at the national and international levels and ensure equal access to justice for all | Indicator not mentioned in the article |
1. Which SDGs are addressed or connected to the issues highlighted in the article?
SDG 6: Clean Water and Sanitation
The article mentions that Cadiz, Inc. is working to deliver clean, affordable, reliable water to disenfranchised communities in California. This aligns with SDG 6, which aims to ensure universal access to safe and affordable drinking water.
SDG 11: Sustainable Cities and Communities
The article discusses the negative impact of the expansion of the Palm Springs International Airport on the quality of life for residents. This relates to SDG 11, which focuses on creating sustainable cities and communities.
SDG 16: Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions
The article mentions the trial of former President Trump and raises concerns about justice not being served. This connects to SDG 16, which aims to promote peace, justice, and strong institutions.
2. What specific targets under those SDGs can be identified based on the article’s content?
Target 6.1: By 2030, achieve universal and equitable access to safe and affordable drinking water for all
The article highlights the efforts of Cadiz, Inc. to deliver clean, affordable, reliable water to disenfranchised communities in California. This aligns with Target 6.1 of SDG 6.
Target 11.2: By 2030, provide access to safe, affordable, accessible and sustainable transport systems for all
The article discusses the negative impact of the expansion of the Palm Springs International Airport on the quality of life for residents. This relates to Target 11.2 of SDG 11, which aims to provide access to sustainable transport systems.
Target 16.3: Promote the rule of law at the national and international levels and ensure equal access to justice for all
The article raises concerns about justice not being served in the trial of former President Trump. This connects to Target 16.3 of SDG 16, which focuses on promoting the rule of law and ensuring equal access to justice.
3. Are there any indicators mentioned or implied in the article that can be used to measure progress towards the identified targets?
No, the article does not mention or imply any specific indicators that can be used to measure progress towards the identified targets.
Source: desertsun.com
