This August, Mark Yudof will step down from his position as president of the University of California.
Author Archives: Hayden Padgett
Hayden Padgett: Proposal exacerbates California’s lack of doctors
California is heading the charge to implement the insurance mandate of the Affordable Care Act.
In the know: Perry’s ad overlooks factors that give California appeal
In a 30-second radio advertisement that began airing in Los Angeles, San Francisco, Sacramento, San Diego and the Inland Empire on Monday, Texas Governor Rick Perry claims that it is nearly impossible to build a business in California.
Hayden Padgett: Students should seize chances to learn from UCLA’s professors
During the winter of my junior year, I had the privilege of taking a course titled “Government and Politics of China: China in Age of Reform,” taught by Professor Richard Baum. Baum, an expert in comparative Chinese politics, passed away last month. Occasionally, I would attend Baum’s office hours. The few times I stopped by […]
Hayden Padgett: _Political bipartisanship key to responsible immigration reform_
The presidential election has come to a close, much to the pleasure of the many tired campaigners in the District of Columbia.
In the Know: _2012 election proves to be more than just battle between two candidates_
Through the better part of two months, I have been working in a senator’s office in Washington, D.C. As a proud politics junkie, living in this city during an election year is thrilling.
_UCLA must show solid support for women’s safety bill_
Congress is currently deciding whether to give college-age women greater protection from sexual and domestic violence ““ a decision that seems like a no-brainer.