It’s not too soon to start planning your weekend, even if that means little more than a cup of spiced chai, a well-cushioned chair and a good read. On that last note, we’ve got you covered. The new edition of Street Roots hits the pavement tomorrow morning, and you’re friendly neighborhood vendor will be ready. Here’s what’s coming your way:
Life support: Temporary Assistance for Needy Families and related employment services has helped thousands of people get back to work. Its own future looks less positive. Joanne Zuhl reports on what’s at stake for children and families if the governor’s budget plans go through.
Striking out: Measure 11’s failing report card fans sparks for reform. Amanda Waldroupe reports on the efforts by some prison-reform advocates and lawmakers to chip away at the controversial mandatory sentencing law.
The American Dream — Redux: Stacy Brownhill reports on how Proud Ground uses its land trusts to help lower-income families obtain their own home, and preserve it as affordable for generations to come.
The Aloha State’s turbulent relations: And interview with author and radio personality Sarah Vowell on her new book about Hawaii’s history.
Plus, columns by officer Robert Pickett, the Bicycle Transportation Alliance, housing guru Heather Lyons and more poetry and good stuff than you can shake a stick at. As always, we like to hear from our readers, so please send us your comments and letters to streetrootsnews@gmail.com, and have a great weekend!