El Observador February 18th, 2022.

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A COUNTRY WITHOUT IMMIGRANTS

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José López Zamorano La Red Hispana

In a few weeks, he accumulated almost 100,000 followers on Facebook, while thousands of businesses showed solidarity. Actor Mark Ruffalo, better known for his character as the Hulk in the Marvel films, joined the movement, as well as legislators Alexandria Ocasio-Cortés and Ilhan Omar, along with the only Mexican-born legislator, Jesus "Chuy" Garcia.

Todo empezó en TikTok. Un joven y energético aspirante a abogado de 23 años, de madre mexicana y padre uruguayo, compartió su idea de convertir Valentine’s Day en “Un Día Sin Inmigrantes”, como un llamado de atención al país, pero especialmente al presidente Joe Biden, que la reforma migratoria para otorgar la ciudadanía 11 millones de indocumentados sigue siendo una promesa pendiente.

La convocatoria para no trabajar, no ir a la escuela y no comprar nada, subió como espuma. En unas semanas acumuló casi 100,000 seguidores en Facebook, miles de negocios se solidarizaron, el actor Mark Ruffalo, mejor conocido por su personaje de Hulk, se sumó al movimiento, así como las legisladoras Alexandria Ocasio-Cortés e Ilhan Omar, y el único legislador estadounidense nacido en México, Jesús “Chuy” García.

Y en Valentine’s Day, cientos de latinos se enfundaron en sus bufandas más gruesas, guantes y gorras para llegar a las puertas de la Casa Blanca desde varios puntos del país y exigirle al presidente que cumpla su promesa. Nada más nada menos. Otros eventos similares se realizaron en más de 20 ciudad de Estados Unidos incluidas, Los Ángeles, Nueva York, Houston, Atlanta, Chicago, Filadelfia, Raleigh, entre otras.

“La conversación (sobre la reforma migratoria) no ha disminuido… ha desaparecido”, lamentó el joven promotor del evento, Carlos Eduardo Espina. “Hay que usar esto como una base para seguir creciendo, porque hay que entender que no se puede lograr el cambio en un día. “Hay que ser persistente, si el gobierno no responde mañana pues regresamos en un mes y al otro mes”.

Por supuesto que no es la primera vez que somos testigos de sendas movilizaciones migratorias, ni es la primera ocasión en la que se convoque a un día sin inmigrantes. Un pesimista dirá que a pesar del activismo público no se ha logrado nada.

Pero la impresionante respuesta a la nueva convocatoria muestra que el tema migración sigue siendo una fibra sensible, no sólo para los afectados, sino para una porción del público estadounidense que comparte la idea de que este ejército de indocumentados merece una solución digna y humanitaria. ¿Cuál fue la respuesta presidencial? El presidente Biden llegaba acompañado de su esposa a la Casa Blanca. En el trayecto entre el helicóptero Marine One y la presidencia ejecutiva, los reporteros le preguntaron su reacción. Su contestación: “Happy Valentine’s Day”.

Todos entendemos que el presidente de los Estados Unidos encabeza un mandato acotado, no sólo por la férrea oposición de los republicanos, sino por la férrea oposición de dos senadores demócratas, Joe Manchin y Kyrsten

"2017.02.16 A Day Without Immigrants, Washington, DC USA 00831" Photo Credit: tedeytan / licensed under CC BY-SA 2.0

Sinema, además de otros desacuerdos al interior de su propio partido demócrata entre sectores progresistas y moderados.

Pero esos millones de inmigrantes a quienes se les certifica como trabajadores esenciales cuando se les necesita y se les ignora al día siguiente, merecen una respuesta y una política a la altura de sus sacrificios y de sus contribuciones. En vísperas del Mensaje sobre el Estado de la Unión, el presidente Biden tiene la oportunidad, y la obligación moral, de articular una respuesta que dignifique no solamente su palabra sino a la comunidad de inmigrantes y a los Estados Unidos.

José López Zamorano La Red Hispana It all started on TikTok. A young and energetic 23-year-old aspiring lawyer, with a Mexican mother and Uruguayan father, shared his idea of turning Valentine's Day into “A Day Without Immigrants”, as a wake-up call to the country, but especially to President Joe Biden, whose Immigration reform to grant citizenship to 11 million undocumented immigrants remains a pending promise.

The call to not work, not go to school and not buy anything rose like a foam.

And so on Valentine's Day, hundreds of Latinos dressed in their thickest scarves, gloves and hats to arrive at the doors of the White House from various parts of the country and demand that the president fulfill his promise. Nothing more nothing less. Other similar events were held in more than 20 cities in the United States, including Los Angeles, New York, Houston, Atlanta, Chicago, Philadelphia, and Raleigh, among others.

"The conversation (about immigration reform) has not diminished... it has disappeared," lamented the young promoter of the event, Carlos Eduardo Espina. “You have to use this as a base to continue growing, because you have to understand that change cannot be achieved in one day. "You have to be persistent, if the government does not respond tomorrow, then we will return in a month, and the next month."

Of course, this is not the first time that we have witnessed migratory demonstrations, nor is it the first time that a day without immigrants has been called. A pessimist will say that despite public activism nothing has been achieved.

But the impressive response to the new call shows that the migration issue continues to be a sensitive nerve, not only for those affected, but also for a portion of the American public that shares the idea that this army of undocumented immigrants deserves a dignified and humanitarian solution.

What was the presidential response?

President Biden was accompanied by his wife at the White House. On the way between the Marine One helicopter and the White House, reporters asked him for his reaction. His reply: "Happy Valentine's Day." We all understand that the president of the United States heads a limited term, not only because of the strong opposition of the Republicans, but also because of the strong opposition of two Democratic senators, Joe Manchin and Kyrsten Sinema, in addition to other disagreements between progressive and moderate sectors in his own party.

But those millions of immigrants who are certified as essential workers when they are needed and ignored the next day deserve a response and a policy that matches their sacrifices and contributions. On the eve of the State of the Union Address, President Biden has the opportunity, and the moral obligation, to articulate a response that dignifies not only his word but also the immigrant community and the United States.

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NEWSOM GETS GIANT VALENTINE FROM IMMIGRATION, HEALTH GROUPS

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NEWSOM RECIBE UN GRAN SAN VALENTÍN DE GRUPOS DE MIGRACIÓN Y SALUD

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Suzanne Potter California News Service

Beatriz Hernández, organizadora del Valle Central del Centro de Política de Migrantes de California, dijo que en este momento, cientos de miles de inmigrantes indocumentados solo pueden obtener cobertura de emergencia de Medi-Cal.

ov. Gavin Newsom got a six-foot-tall Valentine Monday, thanking him for putting Medi-Cal access for undocumented people into his latest budget proposal.

"No pueden simplemente ir a cualquier visita regular al médico, como tú y yo", explicó Hernández.

"Solo pueden acceder a la atención si sus vidas están en riesgo en una emergencia".

Advocates brought a giant heart-shaped card to the Capitol, covered in letters from dozens of Californians.

La propuesta del gobernador Newsom abriría la cobertura completa de Medi-Cal a adultos indocumentados elegibles por ingresos entre las edades de 26 y 49 años. En los últimos años, el estado ha ampliado la elegibilidad a niños, adultos mayores y jóvenes indocumentados. Los opositores al programa citan preocupaciones sobre el costo.

Beatriz Hernandez, Central Valley organizing fellow with the California Immigrant Policy Center, said right now, hundreds of thousands of undocumented immigrants can only get emergency Medi-Cal coverage.

"They can't just go to any regular visit to the doctor, like you and I," Hernandez explained.

"They can only access care if their lives are at risk in an emergency."

Gov. Newsom's proposal would open full-scale Medi-Cal coverage to income-eligible undocumented adults between ages 26 and 49. In recent years, the state has expanded eligibility to undocumented children, seniors and young adults. Opponents of the program cite concerns about cost.

The state Legislative Analyst's Office said the proposal would cover another 700,000 people and cost the state $2.2 billion a year, if implemented starting in 2024.

Hernandez noted it would make California the first state in the nation to offer health care for all.

Assemblyman Joaquin Arambula, D-Fresno, inspects the giant Valentine sent by advocacy groups to thank Gov. Gavin Newsom for supporting an expansion of Medi-Cal to more undocumented adults.

Photo Credit: Health4All Coalition

"It's putting California in the front and center, and to show the rest of the nation that this is something that can be done," Hernandez asserted. "This is what an equitable state can look like when people in power do the right thing."

Sen. Maria Elena Durazo, D- Los Angeles, and Asm. Joaquin Arambula, D-Fresno, both supporters of the "Health4All" campaign, also signed the card. The California Legislature has until June to approve a budget.

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l gobernador Gavin Newsom recibió un San Valentín de seis pies de alto el lunes, agradeciéndole por incluir el acceso a Medi-Cal para personas indocumentadas en su última propuesta de presupuesto.

Los defensores trajeron una tarjeta gigante en forma de corazón al Capitolio, cubierta con cartas de docenas de californianos.

La Oficina del Analista Legislativo del estado dijo que la propuesta cubriría a otras 700,000 personas y le costaría al estado $2,200 millones al año, si se implementa a partir de 2024.

Hernández señaló que convertiría a California en el primer estado de la nación en ofrecer atención médica para todos.

"Es poner a California al frente y en el centro, y mostrarle al resto de la nación que esto es algo que se puede hacer", afirmó Hernández." Así es como se puede ver un estado equitativo cuando las personas en el poder hacen lo correcto".

La Senadora María Elena Durazo, D- Los Ángeles, y Asm. Joaquin Arambula, D-Fresno, ambos partidarios de la campaña "Health4All", también firmaron la carta. La Legislatura de California tiene hasta junio para aprobar un presupuesto.

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DELICIOUS RECIPES THE WHOLE FAMILY WILL ENJOY FOR HEART HEALTH MONTH

DELICIOSAS RECETAS PARA TODA LA FAMILIA ESTE MES DE LA SALUD DEL CORAZÓN

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ebruary is Heart Health Month, the perfect time to think about making simple wellness choices to better your family's heart health. One of the most important lifestyle aspects you can control is your diet. Take a moment and think about your eating habits. What do you tend to cook for yourself and your family? Are you making the best choices for them?

If you are often frying meals or using a significant amount of butter or other higher saturated fat oils, you could be hindering your family's heart health and increasing their cholesterol levels.

Making smarter choices doesn't have to be complicated or expensive. A simple, effective change you can make in the kitchen is to replace butter, margarine or other higher saturated fat oils with heart-healthy oils.

Mazola® corn oil, for example, has natural cholesterol-blocking plant sterols that protect you from bad cholesterol and is low in saturated fat. It contains four times more cholesterol-blocking plant sterols than olive oil and 40% more than canola oil.

In honor of Heart Health Month, chef Ana Quincoces has teamed up with Mazola® Corn Oil to share lighter recipes everyone can add to their weekly family dinner menu. Chef Ana knows firsthand the importance of a balanced diet and heart health as her family has had to make smarter choices.

By sharing these lighter recipes, Ana is tackling any negative health perceptions around Hispanic cuisine and demonstrating how easy it is to keep heart health top of mind. Below is one of Ana's exclusive recipes that is simple, delicious and easy for anyone to make for their family.

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ground cumin

1/2 tsp

dried oregano

8

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taco-sized flour tortillas heated on skillet lightly coated with Mazola® corn oil until lightly charred.

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Cotija cheese

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Chopped cilantro

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Pickled jalapeno

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Lime wedges

Directions 1. In a large bowl, combine soy sauce, lime juice, 2 tablespoons Mazola® corn oil, minced garlic, chili powder, cumin and oregano.

2. Remove steak from freezer and slice thinly across the grain.

Place in the bowl with the marinade. Stir to cover steak slices with the marinade. Marinate for at least 45 minutes and up to 2 hours.

3. Heat 2 tablespoons of oil in a large skillet over high heat.

Remove steak from marinade.

Reserve marinade.

4. Add steak to the hot oil and sear on both sides for about 1 minute. Immediately reduce heat to medium-high.

5. Add the reserved marinade and cook, stirring often, until marinade has reduced to half, about 3-4 minutes.

6. To assemble, divide steak among warmed tortillas.

Top with a generous spoonful of coleslaw, a sprinkling of chopped cilantro, crumbles of cotija cheese and pickled jalapeno.

7. Serve immediately with lime wedges.

To view more recipes and learn more about how you can incorporate heart-healthy* Mazola® corn oil into your meals, visit Mazola.com. There, you'll also find health and wellness information that can help you learn about improving your heart health.

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ebrero es el Mes de la salud del corazón, ocasión perfecta para pensar en el bienestar, estilo de vida, y maneras de mejorar la salud cardíaca de su familia.

La alimentación es uno de los aspectos más importantes que uno puede controlar en su estilo de vida. Tómese un momento y piense en sus hábitos alimenticios. ¿Qué acostumbra a cocinar para usted y su familia? ¿Está tomando las mejores decisiones para todos?

Si fríe alimentos a menudo, o usa una cantidad significativa de mantequilla u otros aceites con mayor contenido de grasas saturadas, podría estar interfiriendo o complicando la salud cardíaca de su familia y aumentando sus niveles de colesterol.

Tomar decisiones sabias no tiene por qué ser complicado o costoso. Un cambio simple y efectivo que puede hacer en la cocina es reemplazar la mantequilla, la margarina u otros aceites con alto contenido de grasas saturadas, con aceites saludables para el corazón*.

Por ejemplo, el aceite de maíz Mazola® tiene esteroles vegetales naturales bloqueadores del colesterol (que nos protegen contra el colesterol "malo") y es bajo en grasas saturadas. Además, contiene cuatro veces más esteroles vegetales bloqueadores del colesterol que el aceite de oliva, y un 40% más que el aceite de canola**.

En honor del Mes de la salud del corazón, la chef Ana Quincoces está colaborando con aceita de maíz Mazola ® para ofrecerles recetas más ligeras

que todos pueden agregar chef Ana conoce de primera mano la importancia de mantener una dieta equilibrada y una salud cardiaca saludable, ya que su propia familia ha

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Queso Cotija

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Cilantro picado

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Jalapeño en escabeche

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Rodajas de limón

Al compartir estas recetas, Ana está rompiendo cualquier estereotipo negativo alrededor de a la cocina hispana, y a la vez, demostrando lo fácil que es mantener como prioridad la salud del corazón. A continuación, pueden ver una de las simples, deliciosas y fáciles recetas exclusivas de Ana para cocinar en familia.

Tacos de bistec Ingredientes 1 libra

de filete de flanco o falda, congelada durante 30 minutos

4 cda (1/4 taza)

de aceite de maíz Mazola®, divididas en dos porciones

3 cda

de tamari o salsa de soja con sodio reducido

3 cda

de zumo de limón recién exprimido

3 dientes

de ajo, picados en trozos pequeños

2 cdta

de chile en polvo

1/2 cdta

de comino molido

1/2 cdta

de orégano mexicano seco

flank or skirt steak, frozen for 30 minutes

3 tbsp

freshly squeezed lime juice

3

cloves garlic, finely minced

2 tsp

chili powder

1. En un tazón grande, combine la salsa de soja, el zumo de limón, 2 cucharadas de aceite de maíz Mazola®, ajo picado, chile en polvo, comino y orégano.

2. Retire el bistec del congelador y corte en lascas finas perpendicularmente a la fibra.

Coloque en el tazón con el adobo. Revuelva para cubrir las lascas de bistec con el adobo.

Deje adobar entre 45 minutos y 2 horas.

3. Caliente 2 cucharadas de aceite en una sartén grande a fuego alto. Saque el bistec del adobo. Deje adobo como reserva.

4. Coloque el bistec en el aceite caliente y séllelo por ambos lados durante aproximadamente 1 minuto. Reduzca inmediatamente el calor a medio-alto.

5. Añada el adobo reservado y cocine, revolviendo a menudo, hasta que el adobo se haya reducido a la mitad, durante unos 3 o 4 minutos.

7. Sirva inmediatamente con rodajas de limón.

4 tbsp Mazola® corn oil, (1/4 cup) divided tamari or reducedsodium soy sauce

Elaboración

6. Para servir, divida el bistec entre las tortillas calentadas.

Cubra con una cucharada generosa de ensalada de col, una pizca de cilantro picado, migas de queso Cotija y jalapeño en escabeche.

Ingredients

3 tbsp

de harina del tamaño de un taco, rociadas ligeramente con aceite de maíz Mazola®, y calentadas en la sartén hasta que estén ligeramente chamuscadas.

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Para ver más recetas y obtener más información sobre cómo pueden incorporar aceite de maíz Mazola® saludable para el corazón* en sus comidas, visiten Mazola.com/es/. Ahí encontrarán información sobre la salud y bienestar que puede ayudarles a saber cómo mejorar la salud de corazón.

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La revisión ambiental, la consulta y otras acciones requeridas por la NEPA y las leyes ambientales federales aplicables para este proyecto están siendo o han sido llevadas a cabo por el Estado de California de conformidad con el Artículo 327, Título 23 del Código de Estados Unidos y un Memorando de Entendimiento (MOU) de fecha 23 de julio de 2019 firmado por la Administración Federal de Ferrocarriles (FRA) y el Estado de California. En virtud de ese MOU, la Autoridad es el organismo principal del proyecto en el marco de la NEPA. Con anterioridad al MOU del 23 de julio de 2019, la FRA era el organismo federal principal. La Autoridad es también el organismo principal del proyecto conforme a la CEQA. La Junta Directiva de la Autoridad celebrará una reunión de dos días, los días 20 y 21 de abril de 2022, para considerar si se certifica el EIR/EIS Final y se aprueba la Alternativa Preferida (la Alternativa 4, que incluye la Estación San José Diridon modificada por la variante de diseño de Diridon, las mejoras del corredor ferroviario existente entre San José y Gilroy, una estación en el centro de Gilroy, las instalaciones de mantenimiento de vías en el sur de Gilroy, la infraestructura ferroviaria dedicada de alta velocidad a través del paso de Pacheco, modificada por la variante de diseño del túnel, y la infraestructura ferroviaria dedicada de alta velocidad que continúa a través del valle de San Joaquín para conectarse con la vía de enlace del valle central), de conformidad con la CEQA. La Junta Directiva de la Autoridad, en su función de organismo principal en el marco de la NEPA, también considerará la posibilidad de ordenar al Director General de la Autoridad que emita un Registro de Decisión para el tramo del proyecto de San José a Merced en el que se seleccione la alternativa preferida. Los documentos y materiales que fundamentan las acciones propuestas por la Junta Directiva de la Autoridad estarán disponibles antes de la reunión en la página web de la Junta en https://hsr.ca.gov/about/ board-of-directors/schedule/.

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WHY BAN INDIGENOUS PHILOSOPHIES IN THE CLASSROOM?

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If California’s leaders want to ban Indigenous knowledge from the classroom, they should at least first learn it. Photo Credit: Alex Azabache / Unsplash

Si los líderes de California quieren prohibir el conocimiento indígena en el salón de clases, al menos primero deberían aprenderlo. Photo Credit: Jimmy Salazar / Unsplash

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n 2017, a Maya elder, Carlos Armando Dzul, took me to a church in Mani, Yucatán, to see where the infamous three-day “auto de fe” took place – a mass book burning in 1562 – led by Bishop Diego de Landa.

It was one of the most well-known book burnings in Mexico’s history, though it was actually part of a 300-year policy which outlawed the possession and the teaching of pre-Colombian knowledge, purportedly because it constituted “lies of the devil.” The penalty for such crimes ranged from torture to death.

That brings to mind the recent settlement in which the state of California and several of its educational governing bodies agreed in a lawsuit by Californians for Equal Rights Foundation and others, to ban In Lak’Ech, a Maya maiz-based philosophical concept from its Ethnic Studies Model Curriculum, this while referring to it as part of the Aztec religion.

That agreement, which determines what is teachable knowledge – also bans the Nahui Ollin, an Aztec-Mexica concept – based on the erroneous supposition that the Aztec religion was demonic. It also bans Ashe, an affirming African Indigenous chant. Of note is that Mexican American students are the largest demographic in California schools.

While the Aztec and Maya share similar cultures, confusing them is mind-boggling, akin to confusing Greeks with Romans because they’re both Europeans. Here, I concentrate on In Lak’Ech, because the philosophy from where it emanates is something that I have been teaching for years, which is maiz-based knowledge that has influenced the Americas for thousands of years, and because this is the continent in which we live.

In Lak’Ech – Tu eres mi otro Yo, or You are my other Self – is but the Maya iteration of The Golden Rule, which is also part of a larger maiz-based philosophical universe.

Famed playwright Luis Valdez of Teatro Campesino introduced U.S. audiences to this

concept via the 1973 poem, Pensamiento Serpentino. He received this knowledge from Maya linguist Domingo Martinez Paredez, who collaborated with the Teatro, resulting in several Maya-based plays. In effect, In Lak’Ech is to see ourselves in each other. How that can be construed as demonic is to continue the notion that Indigenous and African peoples were less than human.

Beginning in the 1990s, Raza Studies at Tucson Unified School District taught In Lak’Ech and Panche Be – to seek the root of the truth, which necessarily leads to the quest for justice. It is perhaps the actual reason why Tucson’s Raza Studies program was shut down in 2012, even though the courts affirmed its legality in 2017.

In 2017, I wrote an article for the Latino Journal of Education, “Ixxim; a Maiz-based philosophy,” summarizing some 60 Maya concepts. Generally, they have their universal equivalents in other cultures, including the West, though some are uniquely Maya or Maiz-based ideas.

For example, Hel Men or Zero did not have the same meaning to the Maya as it did in the West, where zero means the absence of value. For the Maya, zero marked the beginning of everything. “The Maya thinker established that the zero is the germinating seed, the beginning of everything, which is why it was illustrated as a seed or a conch shell,” according to El Popul Vuh Tiene Razon. This 1968 book

by Martinez Paredez, is part of an explanation by the Maya scholar, of the validity and relevance of the Popul Vuh, considered to be the most sacred book of the Maya.

There is not enough space here to fully explain Maya philosophy; the minimum that can be done is to note that there is a whole universe that California students have never been exposed to, including: Ix’im or Xiimte: Ixi’im is the word for maiz and Xiimte is sacred maiz. For peoples of this continent, maiz is “who we are, what we are made of and where we come from.” Scientists consider it one of humanity’s greatest feats because it was scientifically created.

I would argue that if politicos want to ban Indigenous knowledge, they should at least first learn it, including our Indigenous worldviews.

Roberto Cintli Rodríguez especial para CalMatters Roberto Cintli Rodríguez, quien creció en el sur de California, es profesor asociado emérito de Estudios México-Estadounidenses en la Universidad de Arizona. Es autor de varios libros, entre ellos “Nuestro Sagrado Maíz es Nuestra Madre”.

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n 2017, un anciano maya, Carlos Armando Dzul, me llevó a una iglesia en Mani, Yucatán, para ver dónde se llevó a cabo el infame “auto de fe” de tres días, una quema masiva de libros en 1562 , dirigida por el obispo Diego de Landa.

Fue una de las quemas de libros más conocidos en la historia de México, aunque en realidad fue parte de una política de 300 años que prohibió la posesión y la enseñanza del conocimiento precolombino, supuestamente porque constituía “mentiras del diablo”. La pena por cuentos delitos iba desde la tortura hasta la muerte.

Eso trae a la mente el acuerdo reciente en el que el estado de California y varios de sus órganos rectores acordaron en una demanda presentada por la Californians for Equal Rights Foundation y otros, para prohibir In Lak’Ech, un concepto filosófico maya basado en el maíz, de su Currículo modelo de estudios étnicos, esto sin dejar de referir a él como parte de la religión azteca.

Ese acuerdo, que determina qué es un conocimiento enseñable -prohíbe también el Nahui Ollín, un concepto azteca-mexica basado en la suposición errónea de que la religión azteca era demoníaca. También prohíbe Ashe, un canto africano indígena afirmativo. Cabe destacar que los estudiantes mexicoamericanos son el grupo demográfico más grande en las escuelas de California.

Si bien los aztecas y los mayas comparten culturas similares, confundirlos es alucinante, similar a confundir a los griegos con los romanos porque ambos son europeos. Aquí me concentro en In Lak’Ech, porque la filosofía de donde emana es algo que vengo enseñando desde hace años, que es un conocimiento a base de maíz que ha influido en las Américas durante miles de años, y porque este es el continente en que vivimos.

En Lak’Ech – Tu eres mi otro Yo– no es más que la iteración maya de La regla de oro, que también es parte de un universo filosófico más amplio basado en el maíz.

El famoso dramaturgo Luis Valdez del Teatro Campesino presentó este concepto al público estadounidense a través del poema de 1973, Pensamiento Serpentino. Recibió este conocimiento del lingüista maya Domingo Martínez

Paredez, quien colaboró con el Teatro, lo que resultó en varias obras basadas en el maya. En efecto, In Lak’Ech es vernos en el otro. La forma en que eso puede interpretarse como demoníaco es continuar con la noción de que los pueblos indígenas y africanos eran menos que humanos.

A partir de la década de 1990, Raza Studies en el Distrito Escolar Unificado de Tucson enseñó In Lak’Ech y Panche Be: buscar la raíz de la verdad, que no obstante conduce a la búsqueda de la justicia. Es quizás la razón real por la que el programa de Estudios Raza de Tucson se cerró en 2012, a pesar de que los tribunales afirmaron su legalidad en 2017.

En 2017, escribí un artículo para el Latino Journal of Education, “Ixxim; una filosofía basada en el maíz”, que resume unos 60 conceptos mayas.

En general, tienen sus equivalentes universales en otras culturas, incluida la occidental, aunque algunas son ideas exclusivamente mayas o basadas en el maíz.

Por ejemplo, Hel Men o Zero no tenía el mismo significado para los mayas que en Occidente, donde cero significa ausencia de valor. Para los mayas, el cero marcaba el comienzo de todo. “El pensador maya estableció que el cero es la semilla que germina, el principio de todo, por eso se ilustró como una semilla o un caracol”, según El Popul Vuh Tiene Razón. Este libro de 1968 de Martínez Paredez, es parte de una explicación de los estudioso maya, sobre la vigencia y relevancia del Popul Vuh, considerado el libro más sagrado de los mayas.

No hay suficiente espacio aquí para explicar completamente la filosofía maya; lo mínimo que se puede hacer es notar que hay todo un universo al que los estudiantes de California nunca han estado expuestos, incluyendo: Ix’im o Xiimte: Ixi’im es la palabra para maíz y Xiimte es maíz sagrado. Para los pueblos de este continente, el maíz es “quiénes somos, de qué estamos hechos y de dónde venimos”. Los científicos lo consideran una de las mayores hazañas de la humanidad porque fue creada científicamente.

Yo diría que si los políticos quieren prohibir el conocimiento indígena, al menos primero pueden aprenderlo, incluidas nuestras visiones mundiales indígenas.

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A DEMOCRAT WANTS TO CRACK DOWN ON UN DEMÓCRATA QUIERE TOMAR MEDIDAS ENÉREMPLOYERS THAT EXPLOIT WORKERS. GICAS CONTRA LOS EMPRESARIOS QUE EXPLOTAN A LOS TRABAJADORES. ¿ESTO AYUDARÁ?

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laboral en California porque no rastrea este tipo de datos.

En un comunicado enviado por correo electrónico a The Fresno Bee, Pedro Nava, presidente de la comisión, calificó el proyecto de ley como “un paso adelante clave” para investigar los delitos de trata laboral.

resno Assemblymember Joaquin Arambula introduced a new bill that would establish a labor trafficking unit within Cal/OSHA to investigate and prosecute people who force or coerce vulnerable people into jobs with little or no pay, often under unsafe working conditions.

La comisión estima que los sobrevivientes de trata laboral representan alrededor del 22% de los más de 14,000 sobrevivientes de trata de personas que recibieron asistencia estatal entre 2016 y 2019.

The bill is cosponsored by the Western Center on Law and Poverty and the Sunita Jain Anti-Trafficking Policy Initiative at Loyola Law School.

“We must establish a Labor Trafficking Unit to help stop this cruel and inhumane treatment of workers who only want to make a living and provide for their families,” the Democratic lawmaker said. “For the first time, California would have a unit specifically assigned to investigate and prosecute unscrupulous perpetrators.”

The bill authors said that, while the state has primarily directed its efforts and attention to sex trafficking over the years, there has been no coordinated effort focused on labor trafficking.

If the bill passes, the unit would reside under the California Department of Industrial Relations as a subdivision of Cal/OSHA and would investigate and prosecute complaints alleging labor trafficking.

California first enacted anti-trafficking laws 15 years ago, yet no state agency currently has a mandate to look for labor trafficking.

“Despite some progress, California continues to have the highest number of victims of human trafficking in the U.S. over the last two decades,” said Joseph Villela, policy director at Loyola Law School’s Sunita Jain Anti-Trafficking Policy Initiative.

The unit would also take measures to ensure the prosecution process does not victimize survivors and that they are informed of services available to them.

How prevalent is labor trafficking?

The U.S. Department of Justice defines human trafficking as a crime that involves exploiting a person for labor, services or commercial sex.

According to the Department of Industrial Relations, human trafficking is the world’s fastestgrowing criminal enterprise and is an estimated $32 billion-a-year global industry.

The Little Hoover Commission, an independent state oversight agency in California, found that the state does not know the extent of labor trafficking in California because it doesn’t track this kind of data.

In an email statement to the Bee, Pedro Nava, chair of the commission, called the bill “a key step forward” for investigating labor trafficking crimes.

Los datos preliminares analizados por la comisión mostraron que las víctimas por tráfico laboral que buscaron ayuda incluyen hombres y mujeres de todas las edades que trabajan en una amplia gama de industrias.

A bill would establish a unit within Cal/OSHA to prosecute perpetrators who force or coerce vulnerable people into jobs with little or no pay. Photo Credit: Andrew Leu / Unsplash

A 2021 analysis conducted by the Polaris Project, a nonprofit that aims to prevent sex and labor trafficking in North America, found that labor trafficking in agriculture may have increased during the COVID-19 pandemic. The report found that the proportion of reported labor trafficking victims with temporary agricultural work visas, or H-2A visas, increased from approximately 11% to 25%.

In November 2021, a federal court in Georgia found that a group of smugglers was fraudulently using the H-2A work visa program to smuggle foreign nationals from Mexico, Guatemala and Honduras into the United States under the pretext of serving as agricultural workers. The workers were subject to brutal working and living conditions, and at least two died due to workplace conditions.

“People are being forced into labor trafficking right now in California — most coming from poverty conditions,” said Christopher Sanchez, a policy advocate at the Western Center on Law and Poverty. “The introduction of this bill sends a message that California will not tolerate the exploitation of workers and their families.”

What to do if you have information about labor trafficking If you believe you have information about a potential trafficking situation, you can call the National Human Trafficking Hotline at 1-888-373-7888 or text the National Human Trafficking Hotline at 233733. Message and data rates may apply.

You can also visit their website to report a tip online.

Anti-Trafficking Hotline Advocates are available 24/7 to take reports of potential human trafficking.

All reports are confidential and you may remain anonymous. Interpreters are available by phone.

The commission estimates that labor trafficking survivors account for about 22% of the more than 14,000 human trafficking survivors who received state assistance from 2016 to 2019.

The information you provide will be reviewed by the National Hotline and forwarded to specialized law enforcement and/or service providers where appropriate.

Preliminary data analyzed by the commission showed labor trafficking survivors who sought help include men and women of all ages working in a wide range of industries.

You can also report employers suspected of engaging in unlawful activity to the state’s Labor Enforcement Task force at: 855-297-5322, via email at letf@dir.ca.gov, or by visiting their website at www.dir.ca.gov. Spanish resources available.

According to the National Human Trafficking Hotline, domestic work, and agriculture work are the most common types of employment that see labor trafficking in California.

And the pandemic may have made the problem worse.

Melissa Montalvo is a reporter with The Fresno Bee and a Report for America corps member.

This article is part of The California Divide, a collaboration among newsrooms examining income inequity and economic survival in California.

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l asambleísta de Fresno, Joaquín Arambula, presentó un nuevo proyecto de ley que establecería dentro una unidad de tráfico laboral de Cal/OSHA, investigar y enjuiciar a las personas que obligan o coaccionan a personas vulnerables a realizar trabajos con poca o ninguna remuneración, a menudo en condiciones de trabajo inseguras.

El proyecto de ley está co patrocinado por el Western Center on Law and Poverty y la Sunita Jain Anti-Trafficking Policy Initiative de la Facultad de Derecho de Loyola.

“Debemos establecer una Unidad de Trata Laboral para ayudar a detener este trato cruel e inhumano hacia los trabajadores que solo quieren ganarse la vida y mantener a sus familias”, dijo el legislador demócrata. “Por primera vez, California tiene una unidad específica para investigar y enjuiciar a los perpetradores sin escrúpulos”.

Los autores del proyecto de ley dijeron que, si bien el estado ha dirigido principalmente sus esfuerzos y atención al tráfico sexual a lo largo de los años, no ha habido un esfuerzo coordinado centrado en el tráfico laboral.

Si se aprueba el proyecto de ley, la unidad residiría bajo el Departamento de Relaciones Industriales de California como una subdivisión de Cal/OSHA e investigaría y enjuiciaría las quejas que aleguen tráfico laboral.

Obtenga más información sobre los legisladores mencionados en esta historia California promulgó por primera vez leyes contra la trata de personas hace 15 años, pero actualmente ninguna agencia estatal tiene el mandato de buscar la trata laboral.

“A pesar de algunos avances, California sigue teniendo el mayor número de víctimas de la trata de personas en los EE. UU. en las últimas dos décadas”, comentó Joseph Villela, director de políticas de la Iniciativa de Políticas contra la Trata de Personas Sunita Jain de la Facultad de Derecho de Loyola.

La unidad también tomaría medidas para garantizar que el proceso de enjuiciamiento no victimice a los afectados y que estén informados de los servicios disponibles para ellos. ¿Qué tan frecuente es el tráfico laboral?

El Departamento de Justicia de los Estados Unidos define la trata de personas como un delito que involucra la explotación de una persona por trabajo, servicios o sexo comercial.

Según el Departamento de Relaciones Industriales, la trata de personas es la empresa delictiva de más rápido crecimiento en el mundo y es una industria global estimada en $32 mil millones al año.

La Comisión Little Hoover, una agencia de supervisión estatal independiente en California, descubrió que el estado no conoce el alcance del tráfico

Según la Línea Directa Nacional contra la Trata de Personas, el trabajo doméstico y el trabajo agrícola son los tipos de empleo más comunes dónde más se ve la explotación laboral en California.

Y la pandemia puede haber empeorado el problema.

Un análisis de 2021 realizado por Polaris Project, una organización sin fines de lucro que tiene como objetivo prevenir el tráfico sexual y laboral en América del Norte, encontró que el tráfico laboral en la agricultura aumentó durante la pandemia de COVID-19.

El informe encontró que la proporción de víctimas de tráfico laboral reportadas con visas temporales de trabajo agrícola, o visas H-2A, aumentó de aproximadamente 11% a 25%.

En noviembre de 2021, un tribunal federal de Georgia descubrió que un grupo de contrabandistas estaba utilizando de manera fraudulenta el programa de visas de trabajo H-2A para contrabandear a ciudadanos de México, Guatemala y Honduras a los Estados Unidos con el pretexto de servir como trabajadores agrícolas. Los trabajadores estaban sujetos a condiciones laborales y de vida brutales, y al menos dos fallecieron debido a las condiciones del lugar de trabajo.

“Las personas están siendo forzadas al tráfico laboral en este momento en California, la mayoría provenientes de condiciones de pobreza”, explicó Christopher Sanchez, un defensor de políticas en el Western Center on Law and Poverty. “La presentación de este proyecto de ley envía un mensaje de que California no tolerará la explotación de los trabajadores y sus familias”.

Qué hacer si tienes información sobre el abuso o acoso laboral Si cree que tiene información sobre una posible situación de trata laboral, puede llamar a la Línea Directa Nacional contra la Trata de Personas al 1-888-373-7888 o enviar un mensaje de texto a la Línea Directa Nacional contra la Trata de Personas al 233733. Se pueden aplicar cargos extras por mensajes y datos.

También puede visitar su sitio web para reportar un consejo en línea. www.dir.ca.gov.

Los defensores de la línea directa contra la trata de personas están disponibles las 24 horas del día, los 7 días de la semana para recibir denuncias de posible trata de personas.

Todos los informes son confidenciales y usted puede permanecer en el anonimato. Los intérpretes están disponibles por teléfono.

La información que proporcione será revisada por la Línea directa nacional y enviada a las fuerzas del orden y/o proveedores de servicios especializados, según corresponda.

También puede denunciar a los empleados sospechosos de participar en actividades ilegales ante la Fuerza de Tareas de Cumplimiento Laboral del estado al: 855-297-5322, por correo electrónico a letf@dir.ca.gov, o visitando su sitio web en www.dir. ca.gov. Recursos en español disponibles.

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cando a un legislador por votar para suavizar las sentencias de los asesinos. Predijo que los demócratas intentarían evitar que esta y otras medidas potencialmente controvertidas surgieran este año.

ncapaz de persuadir a los votantes de California para terminar con la pena capital por completo, el movimiento para abolir la pena de muerte está cambiando silenciosamente su estrategia para reducir el Corredor de la Muerte más grande del país.

“Incluso si cree que esas son las políticas correctas, son votos difíciles de aceptar”, dijo. ¿El final del Corredor de la Muerte de California?

Esa dinámica se anticipó la semana pasada cuando Associated Press dijo que Newsom quiere despejar el corredor de la muerte en San Quentin y transformarlo en un espacio para programas de rehabilitación. La noticia atrajo la atención del público masivamente y algunos se burlaron de los republicanos , aunque los expertos de ambos lados están de acuerdo en que la importancia de la propuesta fue exagerada.

Con la posibilidad de ejecuciones fuera de la mesa en el futuro previsible bajo la moratoria del gobernador Gavin Newsom de 2019 , los defensores se están enfocando en reducir el alcance de cuándo los fiscales pueden solicitar sentencias de muerte, además otras políticas para convertirlos en una parte menos normal del sistema de justicia penal. Los cambios, esperan los defensores, sentarán las bases para finalmente convencer a la mayoría de los californianos de que la pena de muerte ya no es necesaria.

“Cuanto menos se use, más probable es que los votantes y los líderes electos estén dispuestos a deshacerse de ella para siempre”, dijo Natasha Minsker, una veterana consultora política del movimiento abolicionista.

Pero la reciente reacción violenta a un plan no relacionado con la administración de Newsom para desmantelar las históricas instalaciones del corredor de la muerte en la prisión estatal de San Quentin subrayan cuán esquivo sigue siendo ese objetivo y por qué los demócratas que controlan el gobierno estatal pueden ser reacios a aceptar incluso propuestas modestas.

Aunque la medida de San Quentin no tiene un efecto práctico en las ejecuciones, los republicanos la aprovecharon rápidamente como otro ejemplo de cómo los demócratas suavizan los castigos y favorecen a los delincuentes sobre las víctimas, un mensaje clave en las elecciones de 2022, ya que las encuestas muestran una creciente ansiedad entre los californianos por la seguridad pública.

El asambleísta Jordan Cunningham, republicano de San Luis Obispo y exfiscal, dijo que Newsom y otros legisladores que presionan para poner fin a la pena de muerte están faltando el respeto a la voluntad de los votantes de California, que confirmaron la pena capital tres veces en la última década. Predijo que la “desconexión política gigante” eventualmente resultaría contraproducente.

“Me parece tan fuera de lugar”, dijo Cunningham. “Es insultante para los recuerdos de las víctimas y las familias de esas víctimas”.

Las ejecuciones se detuvieron, pero las sentencias de muerte resultaron La pena capital existe en un extraño limbo en California, resultado de décadas de batallas políticas campales .

La Corte Suprema de California, por ejemplo, fue la primera corte del país en declarar inconstitucional la pena de muerte, decisión , emitida el 18 de febrero de 1972, fue anulada por los votantes solo nueve meses después a través de una enmienda constitucional patrocinada por el entonces senador estatal George Deukmejian.

Los fiscales de distrito locales se encuentran buscando sentencias de muerte y, cada año, los jurados de California envían a otro puñado de personas al corredor de la muerte. Heno casi 700 reclusos condenados en el estado: 673 hombres y 21 mujeres.

Los fiscales argumentan que es importante mantener la muerte como castigo por los crímenes más atroces y como una herramienta para ayudar a asegurar acuerdos de culpabilidad en otros casos graves. Los votantes rechazaron por escaso margen una iniciativa para abolir la pena de muerte en 2012 y nuevamente en 2016. Ese año, también aprobaron una medida competidora destinada a acelerar las ejecuciones, que contiene una disposición sobre el realojamiento de los reclusos que Newsom citó como base de su plan para reutilizar las Instalaciones del Corredor de la Muerte.

Sin embargo, nadie en California ha sido ejecutado desde 2006 , después de que un tribunal federal dictaminara que el procedimiento de inyección letal del estado era inconstitucional. Además de suspender la pena capital, Newsom en marzo de 2019, solo dos meses después de convertirse en gobernador, cerró la cámara de la muerte en San Quentin y se produjo de un proceso regulatorio para desarrollar protocolos de ejecución que podrían aprobarse legalmente.

“Los pasos que tomó justo cuando asumió el cargo fueron tan significativos y tan dramáticos”, dijo Minsker.

“Es el portavoz más efectivo para educar a la gente sobre los defectos de la pena de muerte”.

En lugar de la abolición total, los opositores a la pena de muerte en California están impulsando una legislación para limitar las sentencias de muerte. Pero el revés al plan del gobernador Gavin Newsom de desmantelar el corredor de la muerte en San Quentin demuestra el riesgo político que esto implicaría. Photo Credit: Hasan Almasi / Unsplash

Es poco probable que el conflicto, impulsado por un sentimiento público profundamente dividido, se resuelva pronto.

una sentencia de 25 años a cadena perpetua, lo que haría que el acusado fuera elegible para libertad condicional.

Una encuesta realizada en mayo pasado por Los Angeles Times y el Instituto de Estudios Gubernamentales de UC Berkeley encontraron una disminución del apoyo a la pena capital entre los votantes de California.

Pero, aunque más encuestados estaban a favor de derogar la pena de muerte que permitiría las ejecuciones, todavía era menos de la mitad.

“Es importante que la Legislatura haga una declaración como lo han hecho otros órganos de gobierno de que esto no es algo que vamos a hacer”, dijo Cortese. “Las moratorias se pueden revertir”.

Los que están a favor de la pena de muerte ya han redactado otra iniciativa para que el sistema vuelva a encarrilarse, al limitar la capacidad del gobernador para otorgar un aplazamiento general de las ejecuciones y trasladar las apelaciones de la Corte Suprema de California, donde están atascadas, a las cortes de apelaciones estatales, pero están reteniendo desde la boleta electoral hasta que perciban un entorno político más favorable.

Quienes se oponen a la pena capital actualmente no tienen medios para poner de vuelta la abolición en la boleta electoral, un desafío cada vez más costoso.

Un Informe de noviembre del Comité de Revisión del Código Penal del estado , que mejoraron por unanimidad derogar la pena de muerte, trazó otro camino: mientras trabajaban para lograr ese “objetivo difícil”, los funcionarios podrían tomar otras medidas para reducir el tamaño del Corredor de la Muerte, como conceder clemencia, revocar la pena capital y destituir a las personas en situación de incapacidad mental permanente.

Legislación para eliminar la pena capital Tres de las recomendaciones del informe ya se encuentran en un par de proyectos de ley que avanzan en el proceso legislativo.

El proyecto de ley 256 de la Asamblea del asambleísta Ash Kalra, un demócrata de San José, extendía una ley del 2020 que facilita la impugnación de condenas y sentencias por prejuicios raciales. La medida se aplicaría retroactivamente, lo que podría abrir una puerta para los reclusos que buscan anular sus sentencias de muerte al señalar que las personas de color reciben de manera desproporcionada la pena capital en California. La AB 256 fue aprobada por la Asamblea el año pasado, pero se llevó a cabo en un comité del Senado, donde podría ser revivida en esta sesión.

El Proyecto de Ley 300 del Senado del Senador Dave Cortese, un demócrata de Campbell, limitaría el castigo para las personas condenadas como cómplices de un homicidio. Según la ley actual, alguien que comete un delito grave que resulte en una muerte puede ser acusado de asesinato, incluso si no es el asesino real, y recibir la pena de muerte o cadena perpetua sin posibilidad de libertad condicional, si un fiscal determina que fue un “participante principal” en el crimen subyacente y actuó con “indiferencia imprudente hacia la vida humana”.

La medida también daría a los jueces discrecionalidad para desestimar las circunstancias especiales que califican los casos para la pena capital y, en su lugar, dictar

Votos difíciles para legisladores vulnerables Aunque afectaría solo a un puñado de personas en el corredor de la muerte (Minsker lo llamó “una reforma modesta para abordar una injusticia muy extrema”), la SB 300 podría ser una prueba importante del apetito en el Capitolio por asumir la pena de muerte.

Debido a que enmendaría una iniciativa aprobada por los votantes en 1990, el proyecto de ley requiere una mayoría de dos tercios de votos tanto en la Asamblea como en el Senado para ser aprobado. Eso probablemente significa que la medida necesitaría el apoyo de casi todos los miembros de la mayoría demócrata de la Legislatura.

Si bien pasó por el Senado en la última sesión, la SB 300 aún no se ha presentado en la Asamblea, donde los proyectos de ley para reducir las sentencias penales generalmente enfrentan una mayor resistencia y donde cinco escaños demócratas están vacantes hasta una serie de elecciones especiales que podrían durar hasta junio . Los grupos que representan a fiscales de distrito, jefes de policía y agentes del orden se oponen.

La elección de este año ha cambiado aún más las apuestas para los miembros. Los 80 escaños en la Asamblea y la mitad de los 40 escaños en el Senado están en juego en los distritos recién rediseñados, ya que el estado de ánimo político nacional parece volverse en contra de los demócratas. Cortese dijo que a muchos de sus colegas les preocupa que los votantes los consideren demasiado blandos con el crimen.

“Su visión del mundo, incluso en el caso de la pena de muerte, en última instancia se reduce a 100 pies frente ya ambos lados de su puerta de entrada”, dijo Cortese.

“Mañana por la mañana, en cualquiera de estos barrios podría pasar algo que se convierta en un saco de boxeo para la oposición”.

En elecciones recientes, los votantes de California han apoyado una serie de iniciativas electorales para hacer retroceder el legado de la política de sentencias penales varias del estado, pero los republicanos están apostando a que este será el año en que el péndulo oscile en la otra dirección. Planean convertirlo en una parte central de sus mensajes mientras buscan cambiar suficientes escaños legislativos y del Congreso para negar a los demócratas otra gran mayoría en Sacramento y ayudar al Partido Republicano a recuperar el control del Congreso.

“La gente está harta”, dijo Cunningham, el asambleísta republicano.

Indicó que un proyecto de ley como el SB 300 fácilmente podría convertirse en un lastre en una carrera competitiva, forraje para un anuncio publicitario criti-

Los funcionarios penitenciarios planean transferir a los reclusos condenados de California a la población general durante los próximos dos años, lo que les facilitará trabajar y pagar la restitución según lo exige la Proposición 66, la iniciativa a favor de la pena de muerte aprobada por los votantes en 2016. Los hombres podrían mudarse de San Quentin a otras prisiones de máxima seguridad, mientras que las reclusas, que están alojadas en el Centro para Mujeres de California Central en Chowchilla, vivirían en unidades menos restrictivas en la misma prisión. Ninguno será resentido.

“Predicamos la justicia. Pero como nación, no lo practicamos en el corredor de la muerte”.

-GOBIERNO GAVIN NEWSOM El programa, que aún no ha sido finalizado, extendería un experimento de dos años. que finalizó en enero y realojó a más de 120 personas, una solicitud de financiamiento de $1.5 millones para pagar a un consultor para reutilizar Death Row fue un problema en la propuesta de presupuesto de casi $300 mil millones de Newsom el mes pasado .

“No es un momento dramático en la historia de la pena de muerte”, dijo Minsker.

Kent Scheidegger, director legal y consejero general de la Fundación Legal de Justicia Criminal y uno de los autores de la Prop. 66, dijo que el gobernador estaba cumpliendo con la intención de la iniciativa. Debido a las celdas pequeñas en San Quentin, los reclusos deben permanecer en unidades individuales en el Pabellón de la Muerte, dijo, aumentando el costo de supervisarlos y brindando a los opositores un argumento frecuente contra la pena capital.

“El gobernador Newsom ha quitado una de las flechas del carcaj de las personas que abogan por la derogación”, dijo Scheidegger en un correo electrónico. “Es lo único que ha hecho bien en la justicia penal desde que asumió el cargo”.

Sin embargo, el cambio, como cualquier otro que implique la pena de muerte, tiene un peso simbólico para muchos californianos.

Los defensores de la pena capital dijeron que sus acciones fueron otra bofetada en el rostro de las familias de las víctimas de asesinato a quienes se les ha negado el poder cerrar el capítulo por décadas.

Matthew Rushford, presidente y director ejecutivo de Criminal Justice Legal Foundation, que también ha defendido los procedimientos de pena de muerte de California en los tribunales, dijo que lamentaba las disposiciones de transferencia y restitución de la Prop. 66.

Aunque se incluyeron para hacer que la iniciativa fuera más atractiva para los votantes, se ignoraron en gran medida durante la campaña. Rushford dijo que no cree que sea la última instancia necesaria y lamentó que ahora se estén utilizando para trasladar a los reclusos a mejores condiciones de vida con más acceso a beneficios como la programación de rehabilitación.

“Hemos aprendido de este gobernador que deja cualquier margen de maniobra y él lo usará”, dijo Rushford.

Durante una aparición en Los Ángeles la semana pasada, Newsom defendió el plan como un resultado natural de los requisitos de la Prop. 66, antes de dedicarse a su filosofía habitual a largo plazo. El gobernador dijo que esperaba “promover más liderazgo en la reforma de la pena de muerte”, una práctica a la que se ha opuesto durante mucho tiempo ya la que se refirió como “asesinato premeditado patrocinado por el gobierno”.

“Hablamos de justicia. Predicamos la justicia”, dijo Newsom. “Pero como nación, no lo practicamos en el corredor de la muerte”.

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measures from coming up at all this year.

“Even if you think those are the right policies, those are tough votes to take,” he said.

nable to persuade California voters to do away with capital punishment altogether, the movement to abolish the death penalty is quietly shifting its strategy to shrinking the nation’s largest Death Row.

The end of California’s Death Row? Those dynamics were previewed last week when the Associated Press reported that Newsom wants to clear out Death Row at San Quentin and transform it into a space for rehabilitation programs. The news drew massive public attention and some expected ridicule from Republicans, though experts on both sides agree that the significance of the proposal was overblown.

With the possibility of executions off the table for the foreseeable future under Gov. Gavin Newsom’s 2019 moratorium, advocates are focusing instead on narrowing the scope of when death sentences can be sought by prosecutors, plus other policies to make them a less normal part of the criminal justice system.

The changes, advocates hope, will lay the groundwork to ultimately convince a majority of Californians that the death penalty is no longer necessary.

Prison officials plan to transfer California’s condemned inmates into the general population over the next two years, making it easier for them to work and pay restitution as required by Proposition 66, the prodeath penalty initiative approved by voters in 2016.

The men could move from San Quentin to other maximum-security prisons, while female inmates, who are housed at the Central California Women’s Facility in Chowchilla, would live in less restrictive units in the same prison. None will be resentenced.

“The less it is used, the more likely it is that voters and elected leaders will be ready to get rid of it forever,” said Natasha Minsker, a longtime political consultant with the abolition movement.

But recent backlash to an unrelated plan by the Newsom administration to dismantle the historic Death Row facility at San Quentin State Prison underscores how elusive that goal remains and why the Democrats who control state government may be reluctant to embrace even modest proposals.

Though the San Quentin move has no practical effect on executions, Republicans quickly seized on it as another example of Democrats watering down punishments and favoring criminals over victims, a key message in the 2022 election as polling shows rising anxiety among Californians about public safety.

Assemblymember Jordan Cunningham, a San Luis Obispo Republican and former prosecutor, said Newsom and other lawmakers pushing to end the death penalty are disrespecting the will of California voters, who upheld capital punishment three times in the past decade. He predicted the “giant political disconnect” would eventually backfire.

“It just seems so out of touch to me,” Cunningham said. “It’s insulting to the memories of the victims and the families of those victims.”

Executions paused, but death sentences continue Capital punishment exists in a strange limbo in California, the result of decades of pitched political battles.

The California Supreme Court, for example, was the first court in the country to declare the death penalty unconstitutional. Its decision, issued Feb. 18, 1972, was overturned by voters just nine months later through a constitutional amendment sponsored by then-state Sen. George Deukmejian.

Local district attorneys continue to seek death sentences and, each year, California juries send another handful of people to Death Row. There are nearly 700 condemned inmates in the state — 673 men and 21 women.

Prosecutors argue that it’s important to maintain death as a punishment for the most heinous crimes and as a tool to help secure plea bargains in other serious cases. Voters narrowly rejected an initiative to abolish the death penalty in 2012 and again in 2016.

That year, they also passed a competing measure intended to expedite executions, which contains a provision about rehousing inmates that Newsom cited as the basis for his plan to repurpose the Death Row facility.

Instead of outright abolition, opponents of the California death penalty are pushing legislation to limit death sentences. But the blowback to Gov. Gavin Newsom’s plan to dismantle Death Row at San Quentin demonstrates the political risk. Photo Credit: Matthew Ansley / Unsplash

The conflict, driven by deeply divided public sentiment, is unlikely to be resolved any time soon.

A poll conducted last May by the Los Angeles Times and the UC Berkeley Institute of Governmental Studies found declining support for capital punishment among California voters. But while more respondents favored repealing the death penalty than allowing executions, it was still fewer than half.

Death penalty supporters have already written another initiative to get the system back on track — by limiting the governor’s ability to grant a blanket reprieve for executions and move appeals from the California Supreme Court, where they are bottlenecked, to state appellate courts — but are withholding it from the ballot until they sense a more favorable political environment.

Opponents of capital punishment do not currently have plans to put the abolition back on the ballot, an increasingly expensive undertaking.

A November report by the state Committee on Revision of the Penal Code, which unanimously recommended repealing the death penalty, laid out another path: While working toward that “difficult goal,” officials could take other steps to reduce the size of Death Row, such as granting clemency, recalling capital sentences and removing people who are permanently mentally incompetent.

Legislation to chip away at capital punishment Three of the report’s recommendations are already in a pair of bills moving through the legislative process.

Assembly Bill 256 by Assemblymember Ash Kalra, a San Jose Democrat, would extend a 2020 law that makes it easier to challenge convictions and sentences as racially biased. The measure would apply retroactively, potentially opening a door for inmates seeking to overturn their death sentences by pointing out that people of color disproportionately receive capital punishment in California. AB 256 passed the Assembly last year, but was held in a Senate committee, where it could be revived this session.

No one in California has been executed since 2006, however, after a federal court ruled the state’s lethal injection procedure unconstitutional. In addition to suspending capital punishment, Newsom in March 2019, just two months after he became governor, closed the death chamber at San Quentin and withdrew from a regulatory process to develop execution protocols that could pass legal muster.

Senate Bill 300 by Sen. Dave Cortese, a San Jose Democrat, would limit punishment for people who are convicted as an accomplice in a homicide. Under current law, someone who commits a felony that results in a death can be charged with murder, even if they are not the actual killer, and receive the death penalty or life without the possibility of parole, if a prosecutor determines they were a “major participant” in the underlying crime and acted with “reckless indifference to human life.”

“The steps he took right when he entered office were so significant and so dramatic,” Minsker said. “He is the most effective spokesperson in educating people about the flaws of the death penalty.”

The measure would also give judges discretion to dismiss the special circumstances that qualify cases for capital punishment and instead hand down a sentence of 25 years to life, which would make the

defendant eligible for parole.

“It’s important for the Legislature to make a declaration like other governing bodies have done that this is just not something we’re going to do,” Cortese said.

“Moratoriums can be reversed.”

Tough votes for vulnerable lawmakers Though it would affect only a handful of people on Death Row — Minsker called it “a modest reform to address a very extreme injustice” — SB 300 could be a major test of the appetite at the Capitol to take on the death penalty.

Because it would amend an initiative approved by voters in 1990, the bill requires a two-thirds majority vote in both the Assembly and Senate to pass. That likely means the measure would need support from nearly every member of the Legislature’s Democratic supermajority.

While it squeaked through the Senate last session, SB 300 has not yet come up in the Assembly, where bills to reduce criminal sentences typically face greater resistance and where five Democratic seats are vacant until a series of special elections that could last until June. Groups representing district attorneys, police chiefs and law enforcement officers are opposed.

This year’s election has further raised the stakes for members. All 80 seats in the Assembly and half of the 40 seats in the Senate are up for grabs in newly redrawn districts as the national political mood appears to be turning against Democrats. Cortese said many of his colleagues worry about being seen as too soft on crime by voters.

“Their world view, on even the case of the death penalty, ultimately come down to 100 feet in front of and to both sides of their front door,” Cortese said. “Tomorrow morning, something could go down in any one of these neighborhoods that becomes a punching bag for the opposition.”

In recent elections, California voters have supported a series of ballot initiatives to roll back the state’s legacy of harsh criminal sentencing policy, but Republicans are betting this will be the year when the pendulum swings back in the other direction. They plan to make it a central part of their messaging as they seek to flip enough legislative and congressional seats to deny Democrats another supermajority in Sacramento and help the GOP regain control of Congress.

“People are fed up,” said Cunningham, the Republican Assemblymember.

He said a bill such as SB 300 could easily become a liability in a competitive race, fodder for a mailer slamming a legislator for voting to water down sentences for murderers. He predicted that Democrats would try to prevent it and other potentially controversial

“We preach justice. But as a nation, we don’t practice it on Death Row.” -GOV. GAVIN NEWSOM The program, which has not yet been finalized, would extend a two-year experiment that ended in January and rehoused more than 120 people. A $1.5 million funding request to pay for a consultant to repurpose Death Row was a blip in Newsom’s nearly $300 billion budget proposal last month.

“It’s not a dramatic moment in the history of the death penalty,” Minsker said.

Kent Scheidegger, legal director and general counsel for the Criminal Justice Legal Foundation and one of the authors of Prop. 66, said the governor was following through on the initiative’s intent. Because of the small cells at San Quentin, inmates must be held in single units on Death Row, he said, driving up the cost of supervising them and providing opponents a frequent argument against capital punishment.

“Governor Newsom has removed one of the arrows from the quiver of the people arguing for repeal,” Scheidegger said in an email. “That is the only thing he has done right in criminal justice since taking office.”

The change, like any involving the death penalty, nevertheless carries symbolic weight for many Californians.

Advocates for capital punishment said his actions were another slap in the face of the families of murder victims who have been denied closure for decades.

Matthew Rushford, president and CEO of the Criminal Justice Legal Foundation, which has also defended California’s death penalty procedures in court, said he regretted the transfer and restitution provisions in Prop. 66.

Though they were included to make the initiative more appealing to voters, they were largely ignored during the campaign. Rushford said he does not believe they were ultimately necessary and lamented that they are now being used to move inmates to better living conditions with more access to benefits such as rehabilitative programming.

“We’ve learned from this governor that you leave any wiggle room and he’ll use it,” Rushford said.

During an appearance in Los Angeles last week, Newsom defended the plan as a natural outcome of the requirements in Prop. 66, before engaging in his usual long-view philosophizing. The governor said he looked forward to “advancing more leadership on reforming the death penalty,” a practice he has long opposed and referred to as “government-sponsored premeditated murder.”

“We talk about justice. We preach justice,” Newsom said. “But as a nation, we don’t practice it on Death Row.”

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than 440 bills with provisions that restrict voting access have been introduced in 49 states during the 2021 legislative sessions.

he candidate who finishes U.S. Rep. Devin Nunes’ final term in California Congressional District 22 will likely support a re-election bid by former President Donald Trump, will want to defund schools that teach critical race theory, and vote for stricter voter laws.

His sentiment was shared by other GOP candidates.

“For God’s sake, we need voter IDs. You have to say who you are and that you belong in this country,” said Conway, 71, a former supervisor in Tulare County, Republican legislator, and Trump appointee.

That was the image that emerged Tuesday during a candidate’s forum in Fresno hosted by the Fresno County Republican Party. About 200 people attended.

Three of the four candidates said they were against abortion.

One candidate, Stoll, said that much like the argument against mask or vaccine mandates, he was pro-choice. “We each have to make a personal choice based on our circumstance(s),” said the 44-year-old. “I also don’t believe that we should inhibit someone … from being able to do what they feel they need to do.”

A special election will be held to replace Nunes, R-Tulare, who announced in December that he is leaving Congress to run Donald Trump’s new social media site.

Four Republican candidates spoke during Tuesday’s forum — Connie Conway of Tulare, Elizabeth Heng of Fresno, Michael Maher of Visalia, and Matthew Stoll, also of Visalia. The winner will finish the rest of Nunes’ term, meaning they will be in Congress for about six months before the new legislative session.

Earlier this week, Fresno County Supervisor Nathan Magsig dropped out of the race for Nunes’ former seat and said he would run for California’s 5th Congressional District against incumbent Tom McClintock of Elk Grove.

The seat has been an important stronghold for the Republican party since Nunes had been one of the most outspoken supporters of Trump. However, the seat’s boundaries are changing in 2022 based on new congressional district maps.

Candidates said that they were part of the “red wave” of Republican candidates that they hope will run and win against the “radical left” and the “progressives’ agenda.”

While the candidates discussed various national GOP issues — from stricter voter rules to critical race theory in schools and abortion — they stressed their commitment to local issues in California’s central San Joaquin Valley, from water to job creation.

“I’m gonna be a fighter for the Valley,” said Heng, 37, a business owner from Fresno and former Capitol Hill staffer who once challenged U.S. Rep. Jim Costa of California’s 16th congressional district.

“I am tired of seeing the Valley being used as kind of a flyover state … they continue to neglect us,” Heng said.

“We need this special election to work together as a party to focus on the best strategy to win in the general election,” said Maher, 39. “It is not about us. It is about moving this party forward for the entire city.”

‘Big shoes to fill’ Nunes’ departure means that the future candidate will have about six months before the next congressional session.

The four candidates at Tuesday’s event said that they wanted to carry on where Nunes left off.

“I’m not here to replace Devin Nunes. I’m here to finish up what he started and continue to stay here and represent the exact same constituents,” said Maher, a veteran and business owner who said he plans to challenge Costa in the 21st district in the future.

Trump’s influence was felt at Tuesday’s event both in a cardboard cutout of the former president as well as in the support that a majority of the candidates expressed for Trump if he runs for president in 2024.

Three of the four candidates said they would definitely support Trump if he ran again.

Heng, who pointed out that she worked on Trump’s campaign in 2016, said she would wait to consider all possible candidates.

“I actually believe in having primaries and discussions and for people to earn the support of our elected candidates. And I think there are some great ones, including Trump, and there’s (Florida Gov. Ron) DeSantis and other elected officials that have done a great job,” Heng said.

The seat has been an important stronghold for the Republican party. However, its boundaries are changing in 2022 based on new congressional dis-

All four candidates said that they were against mandates for either masks or vaccines, especially those in schools.

A special election will be held to replace Devin Nunes, who announced that he is leaving Congress to run Donald Trump’s new social media site. Photo Credit: Gage Skidmore / flickr (CC BY-SA 2.0)

trict maps.

In a similar vein, all four candidates said they support an audit of the 2020 presidential elections results and emphasized implementing more restrictive voting measures.

“We need voter identification laws to protect our elections,” said Stoll, a veteran and business owner.

While only U.S. citizens can register to vote in Cali-

fornia, Stoll said — without presenting any evidence — he thinks undocumented residents who can get driver’s licenses are a threat to elections.

“You don’t think that was a strategy and tactic? Of course it was. We need voter identification laws to protect our elections,” said Stoll.

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On the subject of education, all four candidates said that they would support defunding schools at any level that teach critical race theory.

“They are injecting the progressive Marxist agenda into our schools, and they are polluting our children,” Stoll said.

Some candidates also said that they would support more school choice legislation.

“I’m in favor of legislation that has your tax dollar follow the student where you choose to send it,” Conway said.

‘Fighter for the Valley’ During Tuesday night’s candidate forum, all four candidates said they were committed to representing the Valley’s key needs.

“I will promise to you to make my No. 1 priority water.

We’re all going to be talkers until we walk,” Stoll said.

Others said they support innovation in water management, such as desalination plants.

Candidates also discussed how they think the Republican party should move forward in California and encouraged a renewed engagement in local civic governance and involvement.

“The path forward is talking about the real issues at hand that matter to our community,” Heng said.

The sentiment was shared among other candidates and local party leaders.

“It’s not just about federal office. It’s about school boards. It’s about the state district,” Maher said. “We need everyone to step up.”

Fred Vanderhoof, chairman of Fresno County GOP, said it’s unlikely the county chapter would endorse any of the candidates due to the large number but acknowledged it was possible.

Another candidate forum is expected to take place in the coming months hosted by the Tulare County GOP. The special election primary will be held on April 5.

Additional candidates that have announced campaigns for Nunes’ former seat include: Eric Garcia a Democrat from Clovis, and Lourin Hubbard, a Democrat from Fresno.

Jan. 20 was the deadline for candidates to file for the election with a signature petition and Feb. 10 is the deadline to register with filing fees.

Melissa Montalvo is a reporter with The Fresno Bee and a Report for America corps member. This article is part of The California Divide, a collaboration among newsrooms examining income inequity and economic survival in California.

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Guerrero, originaria del Valle Imperial, se graduó de la Universidad de California, Berkeley y de la Facultad de Derecho de Stanford antes de comenzar su carrera legal. Se desempeñó como abogada en la Oficina del Fiscal Federal y como socia de un bufete de abogados antes de ser nombrada miembro del Tribunal Superior de San Diego en 2013.

ov. Gavin Newsom on Tuesday February 15 nominated to the state Supreme Court Patricia Guerrero, a San Diego appeals court justice who, if confirmed, would be the first Latina to serve on California’s highest court.

Colleagues have praised Guerrero for her onthe-job dedication — so much so that she once finished a criminal hearing brief while en route to the hospital in labor.

“I am deeply honored by this incredible opportunity to uphold the rule of law and make a positive impact on the lives of Californians across the state,” said Justice Guerrero in a news release. “If confirmed, I look forward to helping instill confidence in the equality and integrity of our judicial system while honoring the sacrifices of my immigrant parents and demonstrating to young people that anything is possible in our wonderful and diverse country.”

A native of the Imperial Valley, Guerrero graduated from University of California, Berkeley and Stanford Law School before starting her legal career. She served as an attorney in the U.S. Attorney’s Office and as a law firm partner before being appointed to the San Diego Superior Court bench in 2013.

She has served on the Fourth District Court of Appeal since 2017. At her confirmation hearing that year, former colleague Robert Howard recalled how Guerrero finished a brief on her way to give birth to her son, and coordinated filing the brief hours later.

In nominating for the high court today, Newsom said her “wide-ranging experience, integrity, deep respect for the rule of law and lifelong commitment to public service make her a phenomenal candidate to serve as our next California Supreme Court Justice.”

State Supreme Court justices are nominated by the governor and must then be confirmed by the Commission on Judicial Appointments, which consists of California’s chief justice, the state attorney general and the senior presiding justice of the Court of Appeal.

Guerrero would replace former Justice MarianoFlorentino Cuéllar, who stepped down to run the Carnegie Endowment for International Peace.

Cuéllar’s resignation left no Latino representation on the state’s most diverse bench. Since then, Newsom has been under increasing pressure to appoint the state’s first Latina member.

“Newsom has a chance to make history and give a Latina her rightful place in the California Supreme Court, making the judicial system stronger and fairer,” wrote Paul Barragan-Monge, director of mobilization for the University of California, Los Angeles, in November.

Across the state, there’s a significant shortage of Latinos attorneys and judges, considering that Latinos make up a plurality of the state population. In four majority-Latino California counties — Colusa, Kings, Madera, and Merced — there are no Latino judges in any superior courtrooms.

California has one of the most diverse benches in the country. In 2020, Newsom made history after appointing Martin Jenkins to the Supreme Court.

Jenkins is the state’s first openly gay justice.

Still, California has been slow to appoint Latinas to the court, falling behind Texas, Colorado and New York, which have at least one Latina currently seated on their states’ highest courts.

Patricia Guerrero, a daughter of immigrants, would become the high court’s first Latina — significant in a state court system where Latinos are underrepresented. Photo Credit: California Courts

La juez asociada estatal Patricia Guerrero es la nueva elección del gobernador Gavin Newsom para la Corte Suprema de California.

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Nationally, 40 states have no Latino Supreme Court justices, according to a recent survey by the Brennan Center for Justice, a left-leaning law and policy institute.

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And such disparities can have effects that ripple through individual lives and entire communities.

Research indicates that racially diverse judges and women judges tend to assess certain cases differently, on average, from their white and male counterparts.

And while roughly 60% of white and Asian Americans said they felt California county courts were fair over half the time, only about 40% of Latinos reported feeling the same, according to a study commissioned by the California Judicial Council.

After CalMatters reported last year on the gap and the state’s struggles to get more Latino attorneys to transition into judgeships, Gov. Newsom launched the California Judicial Mentor Program to help more diverse candidates apply to serve on the bench.

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l gobernador Gavin Newsom nominó el martes 15 de febrero a la Corte Suprema del estado a Patricia Guerrero, una jueza de la Corte de Apelaciones de San Diego que, de ser confirmada, sería la primera latina en servir en la corte más alta de California.

Los colegas han elogiado a Guerrero por su dedicación en el trabajo, tanto que una vez terminó un informe de audiencia penal mientras estaba en proceso de parto y camino al hospital.

“Me siento profundamente honrado por esta increíble oportunidad de defender el estado de derecho y tener un impacto positivo en la vida de los californianos en todo el estado”, dijo el juez Guerrero en un comunicado de prensa. “Si se confirma, espero ayudar a infundir confianza en la igualdad y la integridad de nuestro sistema judicial mientras honro los sacrificios de mis padres inmigrantes y les demuestro a los jóvenes que todo es posible en nuestro maravilloso y diverso país”.

Aviso público: Plan anual de MTW para el año fiscal FY2023 El 26 de febrero de 2008, el Departamento de Vivienda y Desarrollo Urbano (HUD) de los Estados Unidos firmó los acuerdos Moving to Work (MTW) por 10 años con la Autoridad de Vivienda del Condado de Santa Clara y la Autoridad de Vivienda de la Ciudad de San José. El 14 de abril de 2016 se firmó una extensión de la demostración que termina en 2028. Ambas agencias operan juntas como la Autoridad de Vivienda del Condado de Santa Clara (SCCHA). La demostración de MTW proporciona a SCCHA cierta flexibilidad para desarrollar políticas que están fuera de las limitaciones de ciertas leyes de vales del Artículo 8 y de vivienda pública para aumentar su capacidad para atender las necesidades de vivienda de los individuos y comunidades de bajos ingresos en el Condado de Santa Clara.

Todos los años la SCCHA crea un Plan MTW Anual para el siguiente año fiscal. El borrador del Plan MTW anual para 2023, que entre en vigor el 1 de julio de 2022 y dura hasta el 30 de junio de 2023, permitirá a la SCCHA avanzar más en sus programas y actividades, sujeto a la aprobación del HUD, que difieran del vale del artículo 8 y los programas de vivienda pública, pero que aborden necesidades de vivienda asequible en formas que sean consistentes con los objetivos y requisitos de la demostración de MTW. El borrador del Plan MTW anual para 2023 estará disponible para revisión desde el 21 de febrero hasta el 23.03.22 en https://www.scchousingauthority.org/about-sccha/moving-to-work SCCHA celebrará una audiencia pública sobre el Plan MTW propuesto a través de Zoom el viernes, 11 de marzo de 2022, desde 2:00 p.m. a 3:00 p.m. Debe registrarse para asistir a esta audiencia pública. Para la información de registro, por favor visite: https://www.scchousingauthority.org/ about-sccha/moving-to-work El público puede enviar comentarios escritos hasta el 25 de marzo de 2022, por correo electrónico o por correo postal, como sigue: Correo electrónico: John.Lo@scchousingauthority.org Correo postal US Mail: Attn: John Lo, Senior Housing Policy Analyst Santa Clara County Housing Authority 505 West Julian Street San José, CA 95110 De acuerdo con la Ley de rehabilitación de 1973, la Autoridad de Vivienda hará los esfuerzos razonables para adaptarse a las personas con discapacidades. Por favor llame al (408) 275-8770 al menos tres días antes de la audiencia pública si necesita adaptaciones especiales. Los usuarios de TDD/TTY deben llamar a 408-9933041. La Autoridad de Vivienda del Condado de Santa Clara es un proveedor de igualdad de oportunidades de vivienda. Este lugar es accesible en silla de ruedas.

La jueza Guerrero se ha desempeñado en el Tribunal de Apelaciones del Cuarto Distrito desde 2017. En su audiencia de confirmación ese año, el excolega Robert Howard recordó cómo Guerrero terminó un escrito en camino a dar a luz a su hijo y lo presentó horas después.

Al nominarse hoy para el tribunal superior, Newsom dijo que su “amplia experiencia, integridad, profundo respeto por el estado de derecho y compromiso de por vida con el servicio público la determinará en una candidata fenomenal para servir como nuestra próxima jueza de la Corte Suprema de California”.

Los jueces de la Corte Suprema del estado son nominados por el gobernador y luego deben ser confirmados por la Comisión de Nombramientos Judiciales, que consta del presidente del Tribunal Supremo de California, el fiscal general del estado y el presidente del Tribunal de Apelaciones.

Guerrero reemplazaría al ex juez MarianoFlorentino Cuéllar, quien renunció para dirigir Carnegie Endowment for International Peace.

La renuncia de Cuéllar no dejó la representación latina en la bancada más diversa del estado.

Desde entonces, Newsom ha estado bajo una presión cada vez mayor para nombrar a la primera miembro latina del estado.

“Newsom tiene la oportunidad de hacer historia y darle a una latina el lugar que le corresponde en la Corte Suprema de California, haciendo que el sistema judicial sea más fuerte y más justo”, escribió Paul Barragan-Monge, director de movilización de la Universidad de California, Los Ángeles , en noviembre.

En todo el estado, hay una escasez significativa de abogados y jueces latinos. En cuatro condados, los condados de la mayoría latina de California, junto con Kings, Madera y Merced, no tienen jueces latinos en ninguna de las salas superiores.

Y tales disparidades pueden tener efectos que se extiendan a través de las vidas individuales y comunidades enteras. Las investigaciones indican que los jueces racialmente diversos y las jueces tienden a determinar ciertos casos de manera diferente, en promedio, que sus homólogos blancos y masculinos.

Y mientras que aproximadamente el 60% de los estadounidenses blancos y asiáticos dijeron que sintieron que los tribunales del condado de California eran justos la mitad del tiempo, solo alrededor del 40% de los latinos dijeron sentir lo mismo, según un estudio encargado por el Consejo Judicial de California.

Después de que CalMatters informara el año pasado sobre la brecha y las dificultades del estado para lograr que más abogados latinos hicieran la transición a la judicatura, el gobernador Newsom abandonó el Programa de mentores judiciales de California para ayudar a candidatos más diversos a postularse para servir en el tribunal.

Este artículo fue publicado originalmente por CalMatters.

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Según la Asociación Estadounidense de Cardiología, casi la mitad de los adultos estadounidenses padecen algún tipo de enfermedad cardiovascular. Sin embargo, al elegir alimentos sencillos y saludables y seguir los consejos de destacados médicos y dietistas de Stanford Medicine, tener un corazón más sano puede ser tan fácil como sentarse a disfrutar una deliciosa comida.

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ore than 36 million women would lose access to safe abortion if the Supreme Court's conservative majority guts or completely overturns the landmark Roe v Wade decision. Experts convened

by Ethnic Media Services discussed the repercussions of a decision that the highest court will rule on in the coming months, which would end the freedom that pregnant women have until now to choose an abortion without excessive government restrictions.

Women of color, who will be the majority in the United States by 2060, are the most vulnerable, the activists for reproductive rights argued. In 2021, more than 106 abortion restrictions were approved in 26 states, while Texas already applies a ban to abortion after a fetal heartbeat is detected, which is around six weeks.

Around 85% of abortions occur after this stage of gestation.

Lisa Matsubara, general counsel for Planned Parenthood Affiliates of California: “In the four years of the Trump administration, the Senate led by Mitch McConnell confirmed 231 federal judges overwhelmingly white and male. Many of them also hold extremist and hostile views on abortion and access to reproductive health.”

“In Texas, SB8 is now in effect and it has effectively banned abortion. What makes this law unique is that any persone in the whole country is invited to bring a lawsuit in Texas state court against anyone who provides an abortion in violation of the ban. The person who sues is entitled to a $10,000 bounty.”

“If the US Supreme Court overturns or severely guts Roe v. Wade, it is estimated that more than 1 million people will find their nearest abortion provider in California, which is nearly a 3,000% increase from today.”

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M Photo Credit: Anna Sullivan / Unsplash “There are over 80 abortion funds across the country, as well as some in other countries. We operate a helpline from Monday through Friday from 10 am to 4 pm, where folks can call and we help with procedural support (money to pay for their procedures), and practical support (transportation, lodging, child care, food)”.

“The majority of callers are in their 20s, report being low income or having no income at all, and do identify as black, indigenous, and people of color. In 2021 we saw callers from 18 states. Should Roe v. Wade fall in June, California will be a safe haven for those seeking abortion care."

“If the Supreme Court does overturn Roe v. Wade, 5 million black people, 5.7 million Latinos, 1.1 million Asians, and nearly 340,000 native people of reproductive age are poised to lose access to abortion services in the country."

Jodi Hicks, CEO and President for Planned Parenthood Affiliates of California: “You measure a culture of people by how they treat women or how they treat marginalized communities.

We're already seeing things like a state trying to collect a database of pregnant women, so they can use it to criminalize or harm. I worry that for an entire generation, our entire values and culture are going to be much different; that I’m leaving something to my daughter much different than what I grew up with.”

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ás de 36 millones de mujeres perderían el acceso a un aborto seguro si la mayoría conservadora de la Corte Suprema destripa o anula por completo la histórica decisión Roe v Wade. Expertos convocados por Ethnic Media Services discutieron las repercusiones de una decisión sobre la que el máximo tribunal se pronunciara en los próximos meses, que acabaría con la libertad que hasta ahora tienen las mujeres embarazadas de optar por un aborto sin restricciones gubernamentales excesivas.

Las mujeres de comunidades étnicas, que serán mayoría en Estados Unidos en 2060, son las más vulnerables, argumentaron las activistas por los derechos reproductivos. En 2021 se aprobaron más de 106 restricciones al aborto en 26 estados, mientras Texas ya aplica la prohibición después de que se detecta un latido fetal del corazón que es alrededor de las seis semanas. Alrededor del 85% de los abortos ocurren después de esta etapa de gestación.

Lisa Matsubara, consejera general de los afiliados de Planned Parenthood en California: “En los cuatro años de la administración Trump, el Senado dirigido por Mitch McConnell confirmó a 231 jueces federales abrumadoramente hombres y blancos. Muchos de ellos tienen puntos de vista extremistas y hostiles sobre el aborto y el acceso a la salud reproductiva”.

“En Texas, la SB8 ya está en vigor y efectivamente ha prohibido el aborto. Lo que hace que esta ley sea única es que cualquier persona en todo el país está invitada a presentar una demanda en la corte estatal de Texas contra cualquiera que realice un aborto en violación de la prohibición. La persona que demanda tiene derecho a una recompensa de $10,000”.

“Si la Corte Suprema de EE. UU. anula o destripa severamente Roe vs. Wade se estima que más de 1 millón de personas encontrarán su proveedor de aborto más cercano en California, lo que representa un aumento de casi el 3000%”.

Jessica Pinkney, directora ejecutiva de Acceso a la Justicia Reproductiva: “Hay más de 80 fondos de aborto en todo el país, así como algunos en otros países. Operamos una línea de ayuda de lunes a viernes de 10 am a 4 pm, donde la gente puede llamar y los apoyamos de manera procesal (con dinero para pagar sus procedimientos), y de manera práctica (transporte, alojamiento, cuidado de niños, comida)”.

“La mayoría de quienes llaman tienen entre 20 y 30 años, son de bajos ingresos o nulos, y se identifican como negros, indígenas y personas de color. En 2021 recibimos llamadas de 18 estados. Si Roe v Wade se cae en junio, California será un refugio seguro para quienes busquen servicios de aborto”.

“Si la Corte Suprema anula Roe v. Wade, 5 millones de negros, 5,7 millones de latinos, 1,1 millones de asiáticos y casi 340.000 nativos en edad reproductiva podrán perder el acceso a los servicios de aborto en el país”.

Jodi Hicks, directora ejecutiva y presidente de los afiliados de Planned Parenthood en California: “Uno mide la cultura de las personas por cómo tratan a las mujeres o cómo tratan a las comunidades marginadas. Ya estamos viendo cosas como un estado tratando de recopilar una base de datos de mujeres embarazadas, para que puedan usarla para criminalizar o dañar. Me preocupa que para toda una generación, todos nuestros valores y cultura sean muy diferentes; que le dejé algo a mi hija algo muy diferente a como crecí”.

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tos de la vida cotidiana sean más convenientes.

Como consecuencia, el planeta está inundado de plásticos como el tereftalato de polietileno (PET). En todo el mundo se fabrican más de 70 millones de toneladas de plástico PET y solo se recicla el 19 %.

El Foro Económico Mundial estima que el planeta está en camino de tener tanto plástico por peso como peces en el océano para 2050.

umans have long aimed to maximize efficiency and convenience in everyday life.

Plastic has fueled the growth of today’s post-industrial world: From food preservation and textile production to construction and machinery, plastic has made elements of everyday life more convenient. Consequently, the planet is inundated with plastics like Polyethylene terephthalate (PET).

Around the world over 70 million tons of PET plastic is manufactured, and only 19 percent of it is recycled. The World Economic Forum estimates that the planet is on track to have as much plastic by weight as fish in the ocean by 2050.

Scientists and environmental advocates alike are focused on addressing global plastic pollution. In 2016 Japanese scientists at the Kyoto Institute of Tokyo took samples outside of a recycling facility in Osaka and made a revolutionary discovery: microorganisms capable of breaking down PET plastic. They use enzymes that allow degradation of plastics into component pieces in only six weeks, compared to the 450 years it takes for plastic to break down on its own. This discovery gave rise to the question of how people can harness and utilize these microorganisms, as the naturally occurring microorganisms broke down plastic at a rate far too slow to be efficient for practical use. In response, scientists created a “super enzyme”—a mutant of the naturally-occurring organisms—capable of speeding the rate of plastic degradation so that 90 percent of a sample can be broken down in 10 hours.

Plastic-eating microorganisms are an amazing example of the resilience and adaptability of our planet. However, they are unlikely to be our saving grace to rid the Earth of the plastic pollution scourge. Current recycling systems are inefficient; most of the plastic we put in recycling bins ends up in landfills. Also, the products that are recycled are unappealing to manufacturers due to their dark, gray coloration. Nonetheless, thanks to these microorganisms, recycled plastic can now rival the quality of virgin plastics.

But even with the help of super enzymes, microorganisms that break down plastics do so far too slowly to keep up with current production levels of plastic production and disposal. Additionally, it is crucial to understand the broad impacts of plastic pollution even as it is broken down. The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) associates 78 percent of priority pollutants with plastic pollution. Plastics contain contaminants and harsh chemicals absorbed in the manufacturing process which are released into the environment as they break down. This means that we will see an increase in the effects of chemical leaching impacting marine life by causing respiratory problems, chemical accumulation in fatty tissues, disruption of endocrine function, and death.

The discovery of these microbes may very well be the future of recycling, but we are still years away from adequately scaling up this potential use. In the meantime, addressing the amount of plastic making its way into the environment is still an important global issue; reducing plastic use and disposal is the best tool we have to address the problem at hand.

CONTACTS: What you can do about pollution? epa.gov/trash-free-waters/what-you-can-doabout-trash-pollution; How to reduce your plastic use, epa.gov/trash-free-waters/ten-ways-unpackage-your-life; Plastic eating microbes helping with recycling, science.org/content/article/ could-plastic-eating-microbes-take-bite-outrecycling-problem; Are plastic-eating bacteria the solution? edf.org/blog/2018/07/13/are-plas-

Are plastic-eating microorganisms the solution to our plastic pollution woes? And if so do we have to slow down our production of plastic? Photo Credit: Pexels

tic-eating-bacteria-solution-ocean-pollution-itsnot-simple-science-shows; Scientists develop super “mutant enzyme,” ecowatch.com/mutantenzyme-recycles-plastic-2645686207.html.

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esde hace mucho tiempo, los seres humanos han tenido como objetivo maximizar la eficiencia y la comodidad en la vida cotidiana.

El plástico ha impulsado el crecimiento del mundo posindustrial actual: Desde la conservación de alimentos y la producción textil hasta la construcción y la maquinaria, el plástico ha hecho que los elemen-

Tanto los científicos como los defensores del medio ambiente se enfocan en abordar la contaminación de plástico global. En 2016, científicos japoneses del Instituto Kyoto de Tokio tomaron muestras fuera de una instalación de reciclaje en Osaka e hicieron un descubrimiento revolucionario: microorganismos capaces de descomponer el plástico PET. Utilizan enzimas que permiten la degradación de los plásticos en componentes en solo seis semanas, en comparación con los 450 años que tarda el plástico en descomponerse por sí solo. Este descubrimiento dio lugar a la pregunta de cómo las personas pueden aprovechar y utilizar estos microorganismos, ya que los microorganismos naturales descomponen el plástico a un ritmo demasiado lento para ser eficientes para el uso práctico. En respuesta, los científicos crearon una "súper enzima", un mutante de los organismos naturales, capaz de acelerar la tasa de degradación del plástico para que el 90 por ciento de una muestra se pueda descomponer en 10 horas.

Los microorganismos que comen plástico son un ejemplo asombroso de la resiliencia y adaptabilidad de nuestro planeta. Sin embargo, es poco probable que sean nuestra salvación para librar a la Tierra del flagelo de la contaminación de plástico. Los sistemas de reciclaje actuales son ineficientes; la mayor parte del plástico que ponemos en los contenedores de reciclaje termina en vertederos. Además, los productos que se reciclan no son atractivos para los fabricantes debido a su coloración gris oscuro.

Sin embargo, gracias a estos microorganismos, el plástico reciclado ahora puede competir con la calidad de los plásticos vírgenes.

Pero incluso con la ayuda de las súper enzimas, los microorganismos que descomponen los plásticos lo hacen demasiado lento para mantenerse al día con los niveles actuales de producción y eliminación de plásticos. Además, es muy importante comprender los amplios impactos de la contaminación por plástico incluso cuando se descompone. La Agencia de Protección Ambiental de los Estados Unidos (EPA) asocia el 78 por ciento de los contaminantes prioritarios con la contaminación por plástico. Los plásticos contienen contaminantes y productos químicos agresivos absorbidos en el proceso de fabricación que se liberan al medio ambiente a medida que se descomponen. Esto significa que veremos un aumento en los efectos de la lixiviación de sustancias químicas que afectan la vida marina al causar problemas respiratorios, acumulación de sustancias químicas en los tejidos grasos, alteración de la función endocrina y la muerte.

El descubrimiento de estos microbios puede muy bien ser el futuro del reciclaje, pero todavía estamos a años de mejorar adecuadamente este uso potencial. Mientras tanto, abordar la cantidad de plástico que llega al medio ambiente sigue siendo un problema global importante; Reducir el uso y la eliminación de plástico es la mejor herramienta que tenemos para abordar el problema en cuestión.

CONTACTOS: What you can do about pollution? epa.gov/trash-free-waters/what-you-can-doabout-trash-pollution; How to reduce your plastic use, epa.gov/trash-free-waters/ten-ways-unpackage-your-life; Plastic eating microbes helping with recycling, science.org/content/article/could-plasticeating-microbes-take-bite-out-recycling-problem; Are plastic-eating bacteria the solution? edf.org/ blog/2018/07/13/are-plastic-eating-bacteria-solution-ocean-pollution-its-not-simple-scienceshows; Scientists develop super “mutant enzyme,” ecowatch.com/mutant-enzyme-recycles-plastic-2645686207.html.

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a benefit of up to $30 a month and up to $75 on qualifying Tribal lands to help reduce the cost of their wireless bill.

espués de casi dos años de vivir y trabajar en medio de una pandemia, todos podemos estar de acuerdo en que una conexión a Internet confiable es crucial para todos los aspectos de nuestro día a día. A medida que Omicron aumenta, lo que nos lleva a otra fase de trabajo y escuela remotos, un servicio de banda ancha estable en el hogar sigue siendo primordial. Afortunadamente, el Congreso creó recientemente el Programa de Conectividad Asequible (ACP) a largo plazo de $ 14 mil millones, que reemplaza el programa temporal de Beneficios de Banda Ancha de Emergencia (EBB). Esto proporcionará a los hogares elegibles un beneficio de hasta $30 por mes y hasta $75 en tierras tribales que califiquen para ayudar a reducir el costo de su factura inalámbrica.

See if you qualify for ACP: You may qualify if you meet one of the following criteria: • Your household income is at or below 200% of the Federal Poverty Guidelines • You participate in one of the following qualifying federal assistance programs: • Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP)formerly known as Food Stamps; Medicaid • Supplemental Security Income (SSI)

1. Vea si califica para el Programa de Conectividad Asequible: Puede calificar si cumple con uno de los siguientes criterios: • El ingreso de su hogar es igual o inferior al 200 % de las pautas federales de pobreza • Participa en uno de los siguientes programas de asistencia federal que califican: • Programa de Asistencia Nutricional Suplementaria (SNAP) anteriormente conocido como Cupones para Alimentos; Seguro de enfermedad • Seguridad de Ingreso Suplementario (SSI) • Asistencia Federal de Vivienda Pública (FPHA) • Programa Nacional de Almuerzos Escolares • Beca Federal Pell • Pensión de Veteranos y Beneficio de Sobrevivientes • El Programa Especial de Nutrición Suplementaria para Mujeres, Bebés y Niños (WIC) • Si un miembro del hogar vive en tierras tribales reconocidas por el gobierno federal: asistencia general de la Oficina de Asuntos Indígenas; Asistencia temporal administrada tribalmente para familias necesitadas; Head Start (para aquellos hogares que cumplan con su estándar de calificación de ingresos); o el Programa de Distribución de Alimentos en Reservas Indígenas.

• Programa de línea de vida Deberá verificar con el verificador nacional del gobierno federal para determinar su elegibilidad para el programa o llamar al Centro de soporte de ACP al 833-511-0311. Para obtener más información sobre cómo calificar para el Programa de conectividad asequible del gobierno, visite fcc.gov/broadbandbenefit.

2. Cómo inscribirse: Una vez que haya visitado el Verificador Nacional para ver si califica, puede completar la inscripción a través de un proveedor participante.

Con Cricket Wireless, los clientes nuevos y existentes pueden inscribirse en ACP: • Clientes con la tarifa del plan $30/mes* verán cómo su asignación mensual de datos aumenta automáticamente de 2 GB a 5 GB. • Clientes nuevos que se suscriban al servicio de Cricket con el plan $40/mes* que ofrece 10 GB de datos mensuales, ahora podrá realizar y recibir llamadas y enviar mensajes de texto desde Canadá y México.

• Los clientes actuales de EBB continuarán recibiendo beneficios mensuales de hasta $50 por mes hasta el 1 de marzo. ¿Nuevo en Cricket?

Una vez que haya sido aprobado por el Verificador Nacional, diríjase a la tienda de Cricket más cercana para que podamos ayudarlo a inscribirse en el programa. ¿Necesitas ayuda? Puede comunicarse con Atención al cliente de Cricket al (844) 246-8364.

Clientes actuales de Cricket:

• Federal Public Housing Assistance (FPHA) • National School Lunch Program • Federal Pell Grant

Photo Credit: Cricket Wirelesss • Una vez que haya sido aprobado por el Verificador Nacional, complete el formulario de inscripción de la ACP. Este formulario aplicará el beneficio a su servicio de Cricket.

• Una vez que se complete su inscripción, aplicaremos su beneficio mensual de hasta $30 a partir del servicio del próximo mes.

• ¿Necesitas ayuda? Comuníquese con Atención al cliente de Cricket al (844) 246-8364 o visite nuestras Preguntas frecuentes. * Cricket puede reducir temporalmente las velocidades de datos si la red está ocupada

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Cricket Wireless

fter nearly two years of living and working in a pandemic, we can all agree that a reliable Internet connection is crucial to every aspect of our day-to-day. As Omicron spikes, leading us to yet another phase of remote work and school, a steady home broadband service remains paramount. Luckily, Congress recently created the long-term $14 billion Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP), which replaces the temporary Emergency Broadband Benefit (EBB) program. This will provide eligible households with

• Veterans Pension and Survivors Benefit • The Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) • If a household member lives on federally recognized Tribal Lands: Bureau of Indian Affairs general assistance; Tribally administered Temporary Assistance for Needy Families; Head Start (for those households meeting its income qualifying standard); or the Food Distribution Program on Indian Reservations.

• Lifeline program You’ll need to verify with the federal government’s National Verifier to determine your eligibility for the program or call the ACP Support Center at 833-511-0311. For more info on qualifying for the government’s Affordable Connectivity Program, please visit fcc.gov/broadbandbenefit.

How to Enroll: Once you’ve visited the National Verifier to see if you qualify, you can then complete enrollment through a participating carrier.

With Cricket Wireless, new and existing customers can enroll for ACP: • Customers on the $30/mo. Plan1 will see their monthly data allotment automatically increase from 2GB to 5GB. • New customers who sign up for Cricket service on the $40/mo. Plan1, which offers a 10GB of monthly data, will now be able to make and receive calls and send texts from Canada and Mexico.

• Existing EBB customers will continue to receive monthly benefits of up to $50 per month through March 1.

New to Cricket?

• Once you’ve been approved by the National Verifier, head to your nearest Cricket store so we can help you enroll in the program. Need help? Contact Cricket Customer Support at (844) 246-8364 or visit our Frequently Asked Questions.

Existing Cricket Customers: • Once you’ve been approved by the National Verifier, complete the ACP enrollment form. This form will apply the benefit to your Cricket service.

• Once your enrollment is complete, we will apply your monthly benefit of up to $30 beginning on your next month’s service.

• Need help? Contact Cricket Customer Support at (844) 246-8364 or visit our Frequently Asked Questions.

1 Cricket may temporarily slow data speeds if the network is busy

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EL OBSERVADOR | www.el-observador.com

CONSEJO DE PODERES COMPARTIDOS DEL CORREDOR DE LA PENÍNSULA AVISO DE AUDIENCIA PÚBLICA HORARIOS DE SERVICIO DE DOMINGO El 23 de febrero de 2022, el Consejo de Poderes Compartidos del Corredor de Península (JPB) celebrará una audiencia pública con el fin de recibir comentarios públicos sobre la continuación del servicio más frecuente en días domingo que se implementó en agosto de 2021.

En 2017, Caltrain redujo las frecuencias del servicio en fines de semana de 60 minutos a 90 minutos en respuesta a las actividades de construcción para el proyecto de electrificación. Durante la pandemia de COVID-19, en diciembre de 2020, Caltrain aumentó las frecuencias del servicio en fines de semana de 90 minutos a 60 minutos para ofrecer un servicio adecuado a los trabajadores esenciales. En agosto de 2021, Caltrain unificó el horario en fines de semana y aumentó el servicio de domingo agregando 2 viajes de ida y vuelta para equipararlo al nivel de servicio provisto los días sábado.

Encontrará un resumen de los cambios en el servicio realizados en agosto de 2021 en: https://www.caltrain.com/schedules/Summary_of_Changes.html. Si bien los cambios en el servicio realizados en agosto de 2021 incluían cambios en días hábiles, estos no eran lo suficientemente significativos como para requerir una audiencia pública y su continuación ya ha sido aprobada.

Audiencia Pública La audiencia pública tendrá lugar durante la reunión del Comité de Planificación - Legislativa - del Programa de Trabajo del Consejo de Administración de la JPB. El público podrá participar por Zoom y/o por teléfono.

Miércoles 23 de febrero, a las 3 p. m. (o tan pronto como el asunto pueda ponerse a la disposición del público) Información para comunicarse por Zoom: https://zoom.us/j/99768901849?pwd=VmVS SEJFZHhyNzhIR212RURzODNndz09 ID de seminario web y de reunión: 997 6890 1849 Contraseña: 609602 Acceso por teléfono: 1-669-900-6833 Antes de la audiencia, los comentarios pueden enviarse por correo electrónico a publiccomment@caltrain.com, o por correo o por teléfono a: Board Secretary Peninsula Corridor Joint Powers Board P.O. Box 3006, San Carlos, CA 94070 ‐ 1306 1.800.660.4287 (TTY 650.508.6448) Para solicitar servicio de traducción o interpretación, llame a Caltrain al 1.800.660.4287 al menos tres días antes de la audiencia.

Para traducción llame al 1.800.660.4287; 如需翻譯,請電 1.800.660.4287.

2/11, 2/18/22 CNS-3553878# EL OBSERVADOR FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT NO. 682398 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: DI VVANG, 2455 Alvin Ave, San Jose, CA 95121, Santa Clara County.

This business is owned by an Individual. The name and residence address of the registrant(s) is (are): Nguyen, Trang Thi Ngo, 2122 Flintmore Ct, San Jose, CA 95148.

The registrant began transacting business under the fictitious business name(s) listed above on 02/10/2022. This filing is a first filing. “I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct.” (A registrant who declares as true information which he or she knows to be false is guilty of a crime.) /s/ Trang Nguyen This statement was filed with the Co. ClerkRecorder of Santa Clara County on 02/10/2022.

Regina Alcomendras, County Clerk Recorder By: /s/ Elaine Fader, Deputy File No. FBN 682398 February 18, 25, March

4, 11, 2022 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT NO. 682517 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: 5 Star Maintenance and Cleaning Services, 342 S 18 St, San Jose, CA 95116, Santa Clara County. This business is owned by a General Partnership. The name and residence address of the registrant(s) is (are): Reginaldo Gomez, 342 S 18 St, San Jose, CA 95116.

Pablo Martinez, 342 S 18 St, San Jose, CA 95116.

The registrant began transacting business under the fictitious business name(s) listed above on 02/16/2022. This filing is a first filing. “I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct.” (A registrant who declares as true information which he or she knows to be false is guilty of a crime.) /s/ Reginald Gomez This statement was filed with the Co. ClerkRecorder of Santa Clara County on 02/16/2022.

Regina Alcomendras, County Clerk Recorder

By: /s/ Sandy Chanthasy, Deputy File No. FBN 682517 February 18, 25, March 4, 11, 2022 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT NO. 682039 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: Fresh and Shine Cleaning, 3235 Santa Paula Way, Union City, CA 94587, Alameda. This business is owned by an Individual. The name and residence address of the registrant(s) is (are): Elida Rodriguez, 3235 Santa Paula Way, Union City, CA 94587. The registrant began transacting business under the fictitious business name(s) listed above on 01/26/2022.

This filing is a refile [Change(s) in facts form previous filing] of previous file #: FBN651221. “I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct.” (A registrant who declares as true information which he or she knows to be false is guilty of a crime.) /s/ Elida Rodriguez This statement was

filed with the Co. ClerkRecorder of Santa Clara County on 01/26/2022.

Regina Alcomendras, County Clerk Recorder By: /s/ Corinne Vasquez, Deputy File No. FBN 682039 February 18, 25, March 4, 11, 2022 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT NO. 682534 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: JOYERIA GUERRERO, 1690 Story Road, San Jose, CA 95122, Santa Clara County. This business is owned by an Individual. The name and residence address of the registrant(s) is (are): Rocio Guerrero, 815 Leyte Ct, San Jose, CA 95111. The registrant began transacting business under the fictitious business name(s) listed above on 05/05/2015. This filing is a first filing. “I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct.” (A registrant who declares as true information which he or she knows to be false is guilty of a crime.)

/s/ Rocio Guerrero This statement was filed with the Co. ClerkRecorder of Santa Clara County on 02/16/2022.

Regina Alcomendras, County Clerk Recorder By: /s/ Elaine Fader, Deputy File No. FBN 682534

in the state of Montana This statement was filed with the Co. ClerkRecorder of Santa Clara County on 02/16/2022.

Regina Alcomendras, County Clerk Recorder By: /s/ Nina Khamphilath, Deputy File No. FBN 682512

February 18, 25, March 4, 11, 2022

February 18, 25, March 4, 11, 2022

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT NO. 682531 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: Zeus Tax Service, 1530 Southwest Expressway Unit 149, San Jose, CA 95126, Santa Clara County. This business is owned by an Individual. The name and residence address of the registrant(s) is (are): Seyed Ali Mohammad Soltan Olamaee, 1530 Southwest Exspressway Unit 149, San Jose, CA 95126. The registrant began transacting business under the fictitious business name(s) listed above on 02/16/2022.

This filing is a first filing. “I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct.” (A registrant who declares as true information which he or she knows to be false is guilty of a crime.) /s/ Seyed Ali Mohammad Solta Olamaee Zeus Tax Service Owner This statement was filed with the Co. ClerkRecorder of Santa Clara County on 02/16/2022.

Regina Alcomendras, County Clerk Recorder By: /s/ Elaine Fader, Deputy File No. FBN 682531

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT NO. 682532 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: GUERRERO’S JEWELRY, 1745 Story Rd, San Jose, CA 95122, Santa Clara County.

This business is owned by an Individual. The name and residence address of the registrant(s) is (are): Christopher Manuel Guerrero, 1757 Seaview Dr, San Jose, CA 95122. The registrant began transacting business under the fictitious business name(s) listed above on N/A. This filing is a first filing. “I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct.” (A registrant who declares as true information which he or she knows to be false is guilty of a crime.) /s/ Christopher Manuel Guerrero This statement was filed with the Co. ClerkRecorder of Santa Clara County on 02/16/2022.

Regina Alcomendras, County Clerk Recorder By: /s/ Elaine Fader, Deputy File No. FBN 682532

February 18, 25, March 4, 11, 2022 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT NO. 682512 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: CRAIG’S CARS, 1498 Gladding Court, Milpitas, CA 95035, Santa Clara County. This business is owned by a Limited Liability Company. The name and residence address of the registrant(s) is (are): CRAIG’S CARS, 1498 Gladding Court, Milpitas, CA 95035. The registrant began transacting business under the fictitious business name(s) listed above on 02/16/2022. This filing is a first filing. “I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct.” (A registrant who declares as true information which he or she knows to be false is guilty of a crime.) /s/ Craig Tanner CRAIG’S CARS Member/Manager Article/Reg#: 202203811141 Above entity was formed

February 18, 25, March 4, 11, 2022 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT NO. 681800 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: GRAVITAS CHARITIES, 6203 San Ignacio Ave, San Jose, CA 95119, Santa Clara County.

This business is owned by a Corporation. The name and residence address of the registrant(s) is (are): GRAVITAS CHARITIES INC, 6203 San Ignacio Ave, Ste 110, San Jose, CA 95119. The registrant began transacting business under the fictitious business name(s) listed above on 01/11/2022. This filing is a first filing. “I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct.” (A registrant who declares as true information which he or she knows to be false is guilty of a crime.) /s/ Rudy Cadet GRAVITAS CHARITIES INC President Article/Reg#: C4830904 Above entity was formed in the state of CA This statement was

FEB 18 - FEB 24, 2022 filed with the Co. ClerkRecorder of Santa Clara County on 01/19/2022.

Regina Alcomendras, County Clerk Recorder By: /s/ Elaine Fader, Deputy File No. FBN 681800 February 18, 25, March 4, 11, 2022 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT NO. 682448 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: PROFESSIONAL BUILDING MAINTENANCE, 5706 Cahalan Ave Suite 53330, San Jose, CA 95123, Santa Clara County. This business is owned by a Married Couple. The name and residence address of the registrant(s) is (are): Flavia I Hernandez, 5706 Cahalan Ave Suite 53330, San Jose, CA 95123. Rodolfo Salinas, 5706 Cahalan Ave Suite 53330, San Jose, CA 95123. The registrant began transacting business under the fictitious business name(s) listed above on 03/08/2017. This filing is a refile [Change(s) in facts from previous filing] of previous file #: FBN627297. “I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct.” (A registrant who declares as true information which he or she knows to be false is guilty of a crime.) /s/ Rodolfo Salinas This statement was filed with the Co. ClerkRecorder of Santa Clara County on 02/11/2022.

Regina Alcomendras, County Clerk Recorder By: /s/ Sandy Chanthasy, Deputy File No. FBN 682448 February 18, 25, March 4, 11, 2022 ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME NO. 22CV394005 Superior Court of California, County of Santa Clara-In the matter of the application of: Hoang Chau Lam. TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: 1.

Petitioner(s) Hoang Chau Lam has filed a petition for Change of Name with the clerk of this court for a decree changing names as follows: a. Hoang Chau Lam to Ryan Lam 2. THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted.

Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear

at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted.

If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing. NOTICE OF HEARING: Date: 05/03/2022 at 8:45 am, Probate Dept., located at 191 N. First Street, San Jose, CA 95113. 3. A copy of the Order to Show cause shall be published at least once a week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in El Observador, a newspaper of general circulation, printed in the county of Santa Clara.

Feb 04, 2022 Jacqueline Arroyo Judge of the Superior Court February 18, 25, March 4, 11, 2022 SECOND AMENDED ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME NO. 21CV386900 Superior Court of California, County of Santa Clara-In the matter of the application of: Rosario Ginny Brito-Herrera.

TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: 1. Petitioner(s) Rosario Ginny BritoHerrera has filed a petition for Change of Name with the clerk of this court for a decree changing names as follows: a.

Rosario Ginny BritoHerrera to Rosie Ginny Brito-Herrera 2. THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted.

Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted.

If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing. NOTICE OF HEARING: Date: 03/15/2022 at 8:45 am, Probate Dept., located at 191 N. First Street, San Jose, CA 95113. 3. A copy of the Order to Show cause shall be published at least once a week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in El Observador, a newspaper of general circulation, printed in the county of Santa Clara.

Feb 14, 2022 Jacqueline Arroyo Judge of the Superior Court February 18, 25, March 4, 11, 2022

FEB 18 - FEB 24, 2022 ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME NO. 22CV394216 Superior Court of California, County of Santa Clara-In the matter of the application of: Jose Anthony Solorio.

TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: 1. Petitioner(s) Jose Anthony Solorio has filed a petition for Change of Name with the clerk of this court for a decree changing names as follows: a. Jose Anthony Solorio to Joseph Anthony Solorio 2. THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted.

Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted.

If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing. NOTICE OF HEARING: Date: 05/10/2022 at 8:45 am, Probate Dept., located at 191 N. First Street, San Jose, CA 95113. 3. A copy of the Order to Show cause shall be published at least once a week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in El Observador, a newspaper of general circulation, printed in the county of Santa Clara.

Feb 04, 2022 Jacqueline Arroyo Judge of the Superior Court February 18, 25, March 4, 11, 2022 ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME NO. 22CV394354 Superior Court of California, County of Santa Clara-In the matter of the application of: Poong Rae Kim. TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: 1. Petitioner(s) Poong Rae Kim has filed a petition for Change of Name with the clerk of this court for a decree changing names as follows: a. Poong Rae Kim to David R. Kim 2. THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted.

Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file written objection that

includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted.

If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing. NOTICE OF HEARING: Date: 05/17/2022 at 8:45 am, Probate Dept., located at 191 N. First Street, San Jose, CA 95113. 3. A copy of the Order to Show cause shall be published at least once a week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in El Observador, a newspaper of general circulation, printed in the county of Santa Clara.

Feb 15, 2022 Jacqueline Arroyo Judge of the Superior Court February 18, 25, March 4, 11, 2022 ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME NO. 22CV394353 Superior Court of California, County of Santa Clara-In the matter of the application of: Joane Jung Choe-Lee. TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: 1. Petitioner(s) Joane Jung Choe-Lee has filed a petition for Change of Name with the clerk of this court for a decree changing names as follows: a. Joane Jung Choe-Lee to Hwa Jung Choe 2. THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted.

Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted.

If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing. NOTICE OF HEARING: Date: 05/17/2022 at 8:45 am, Probate Dept., located at 191 N. First Street, San Jose, CA 95113. 3. A copy of the Order to Show cause shall be published at least once a week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in El Observador, a newspaper of general circulation, printed in the county of Santa Clara.

Feb 15, 2022 Jacqueline Arroyo Judge of the Superior Court

EL OBSERVADOR | www.el-observador.com February 18, 25, March 4, 11, 2022 ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME NO. 22CV394012 Superior Court of California, County of Santa Clara-In the matter of the application of: Hyejin Rossiter.

TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: 1. Petitioner(s) Hyejin Rossiter has filed a petition for Change of Name with the clerk of this court for a decree changing names as follows: a. Hyejin Rossiter to Hyejin Song 2. THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted.

Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted.

If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing. NOTICE OF HEARING: Date: 05/03/2022 at 8:45 am, Probate Dept., located at 191 N. First Street, San Jose, CA 95113. 3. A copy of the Order to Show cause shall be published at least once a week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in El Observador, a newspaper of general circulation, printed in the county of Santa Clara.

Feb 04, 2022 Jacqueline Arroyo Judge of the Superior Court February 18, 25, March 4, 11, 2022 ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME NO. 21CV389914 Superior Court of California, County of Santa Clara-In the matter of the application of: Mahboobeh Farahani.

TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: 1. Petitioner(s) Mahboobeh Farahani has filed a petition for Change of Name with the clerk of this court for a decree changing names as follows: a.

Mahboobeh Farahani to Sophia Farahani 2. THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted.

Any person objecting

to the name changes described above must file written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted.

If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing. NOTICE OF HEARING: Date: 02/08/2022 at 8:45 am, Probate Dept., located at 191 N. First Street, San Jose, CA 95113. 3. A copy of the Order to Show cause shall be published at least once a week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in El Observador, a newspaper of general circulation, printed in the county of Santa Clara.

Nov 03, 2021 Julie A. Emede Judge of the Superior Court February 2022

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ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME NO. 22CV394210 Superior Court of California, County of Santa Clara-In the matter of the application of: Cindy Rivera. TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: 1.

Petitioner(s) Cindy Rivera has filed a petition for Change of Name with the clerk of this court for a decree changing names as follows: a. Armando Ezekiel Serna to Armando Rey Pimentel 2. THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted.

Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted.

If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing. NOTICE OF HEARING: Date: 05/10/2022 at 8:45 am, Probate Dept., located at 191 N. First Street, San Jose, CA 95113. 3. A copy of the Order to Show cause shall be published at least once a week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in El Observador, a newspaper of general circulation, printed in the county of Santa Clara.

Feb 09, 2022 Jacqueline Arroyo

Judge of the Superior Court February 18, 25, March 4, 11, 2022 ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME NO. 22CV394256 Superior Court of California, County of Santa Clara-In the matter of the application of: Juan Andrade. TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: 1. Petitioner(s) Juan Andrade has filed a petition for Change of Name with the clerk of this court for a decree changing names as follows: a. Juan Andrade to John Josiah Andrade 2. THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted.

Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted.

If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing. NOTICE OF HEARING: Date: 05/17/2022 at 8:45 am, Probate Dept., located at 191 N. First Street, San Jose, CA 95113. 3. A copy of the Order to Show cause shall be published at least once a week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in El Observador, a newspaper of general circulation, printed in the county of Santa Clara.

Feb 10, 2022 Jacqueline Arroyo Judge of the Superior Court February 18, 25, March 4, 11, 2022 ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME NO. 22CV394260 Superior Court of California, County of Santa Clara-In the matter of the application of: Suzanne Liu. TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: 1.

Petitioner(s) Suzanne Liu has filed a petition for Change of Name with the clerk of this court for a decree changing names as follows: a. Suzanne Liu to Hang Pham 2. THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted.

Any person objecting

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to the name changes described above must file written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted.

If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing. NOTICE OF HEARING: Date: 05/17/2022 at 8:45 am, Probate Dept., located at 191 N. First Street, San Jose, CA 95113. 3. A copy of the Order to Show cause shall be published at least once a week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in El Observador, a newspaper of general circulation, printed in the county of Santa Clara.

Feb 10, 2022 Jacqueline Arroyo Judge of the Superior Court February 18, 25, March 4, 11, 2022 Notice of Petition to Administer Estate of Anthony Paul Smith Case No. 21PR191489 1.To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may be interested in the will or estate, or both, of Anthony Paul Smith. 2. A Petition for Probate has been filed by Theresa P. Nguyen in the Superior Court of California, County of Santa Clara. 3.The Petition for Probate requests that Theresa P. Nguyen be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent. 4. The petition requests the decedent’s will and codicils, if any, be admitted to probate. The will and any codicils are available for examination in the file kept by the court. 5. The petition requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administer of Estate Act. (This authority will allow the personal representative to take any actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consent to the proposed action.) The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person Files and objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority. 6. A hearing on the petition will be held in this court as follows: March 24, 2022, at 9:01am, Dept. 5, located

at 191 North First Street, San Jose, CA 95113. 7. If you object to the granting of this petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney. 8.

If you are a creditor or contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either: 1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or 2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of a notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code. Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor.

You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law. 9. You may examine the file kept by the court.

If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk.

10. Attorney for Petitioner: Deborah Azar 2005 De La Cruz Blvd., Suite 145 Santa Clara, CA 95050 (855)332-2927 Run Dates: February 18, 25, March 4, 2022 Notice of Petition to Administer Estate of Bessie Matsumoto Case No. 21PR191387 1.To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may be interested in the will or estate, or both, of Bessie Matsumoto. 2.

A Petition for Probate has been filed by Jeannie K. Tainaka and Karen A. Kunisaki in the Superior Court of California, County of Santa Clara.

3.The Petition for Probate requests that Jeannie K. Tainaka and Karen A. Kunisaki be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent.

4. The petition requests the decedent’s will and codicils, if any, be admitted to probate. The will and any codicils are available for examination in the file kept by the court. 5. The petition requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent

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Administer of Estate Act. (This authority will allow the personal representative to take any actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consent to the proposed action.) The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person Files and objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority. 6. A hearing on the petition will be held in this court as follows: March 21, 2022, at 9:01am, Dept. 5, located at 191 North First Street, San Jose, CA 95113. 7. If you object to the granting of this petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney. 8.

If you are a creditor or contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either: 1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or 2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of a notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code. Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor.

You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law. 9. You may examine the file kept by the court.

If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk.

10. Attorney for Petitioner: Jennifer E. Ramirez 2021 The Alameda, Suite 225 San Jose, CA 95126 (408)713-5444 Run Dates: February 18, 25, March 4, 2022 Notice of Petition to Administer Estate of Daniel Hernandez Novoa Case No. 21PR191324 1.To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent

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creditors, and persons who may be interested in the will or estate, or both, of Daniel Hernandez Novoa. 2. A Petition for Probate has been filed

by Sabrina Marina Novoa in the Superior Court of California, County of Santa Clara. 3.The Petition for Probate requests that Sabrina Marina Novoa be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent. 4. The petition requests the decedent’s will and codicils, if any, be admitted to probate. The will and any codicils are available for examination in the file kept by the court. 5. The petition requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administer of Estate Act. (This authority will allow the personal representative to take any actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consent to the proposed action.) The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person Files and objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority. 6. A hearing on the petition will be held in this court as follows: March 23, 2022, at 9:01am, Dept. 13, located at 191 North First Street, San Jose, CA 95113. 7. If you object to the granting of this petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney. 8.

If you are a creditor or contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either: 1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or 2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of a notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code. Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor.

You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law. 9. You may examine the file kept by the court.

If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a Request for Special

Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk.

10. Attorney for Petitioner: Jennifer E. Ramirez 2021 The Alameda, Suite 225 San Jose, CA 95126 (408)713-5444 Run Dates: February 18, 25, March 4, 2022 Notice of Petition to Administer Estate of Nunilon N. Manguino Case No. 22PR191786 1.To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may be interested in the will or estate, or both, of Nunilon N. Manguino, Nunilon Manguino. 2. A Petition for Probate has been filed by Connors L. Manguino in the Superior Court of California, County of Santa Clara.

3.The Petition for Probate requests that Connors L. Manguino be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent.

4. The petition requests the decedent’s will and codicils, if any, be admitted to probate. The will and any codicils are available for examination in the file kept by the court. 5. The petition requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administer of Estate Act. (This authority will allow the personal representative to take any actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consent to the proposed action.) The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person Files and objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority. 6. A hearing on the petition will be held in this court as follows: March 24, 2022, at 9:01am, Dept. 5, located at 191 North First Street, San Jose, CA 95113. 7. If you object to the granting of this petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney. 8.

If you are a creditor or contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative

EL OBSERVADOR | www.el-observador.com appointed by the court within the later of either: 1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or 2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of a notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code. Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor.

You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law. 9. You may examine the file kept by the court.

If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk.

10. Attorney for Petitioner: ROBERT P. BERGMAN 3535 Ross Avenue, Ste. 308 San Jose, CA 95124 (408)247-0444 Run Dates: February 18, 25, March 4, 2022 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT NO. 682249 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: CARPOOL INSURANCE SALES, 2259 Alum Rock Ave, San Jose, CA 95116, Santa Clara County. This business is owned by an Individual. The name and residence address of the registrant(s) is (are): Gabriela Martin Camacho, 325 Giovanni Ct, San Jose, CA 95133.

The registrant began transacting business under the fictitious business name(s) listed above on 12/21/2017. This filing is a refile [Change(s) in facts from previous filing] of previous file #: FBN662006. “I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct.” (A registrant who declares as true information which he or she knows to be false is guilty of a crime.) /s/ Gabriela Martin Camacho This statement was filed with the Co. ClerkRecorder of Santa Clara County on 02/02/2022.

Regina Alcomendras, County Clerk Recorder By: /s/ Sandy Chanthasy, Deputy File No. FBN 682249 February 11, 18, 25, March 4, 2022 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME

STATEMENT NO. 682344 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: Herick Torres Hair Designer, 1275 Lincoln Ave Unit 106, San Jose, CA 95125, Santa Clara County. This business is owned by an Individual. The name and residence address of the registrant(s) is (are): Jose H Torres, 440 S 11th St Apt 8, San Jose, CA 95112. The registrant began transacting business under the fictitious business name(s) listed above on 02/08/2022.

This filing is a first filing. “I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct.” (A registrant who declares as true information which he or she knows to be false is guilty of a crime.) /s/ Jose H Torres This statement was filed with the Co. ClerkRecorder of Santa Clara County on 02/08/2022.

Regina Alcomendras, County Clerk Recorder By: /s/ Nina Khamphilath, Deputy File No. FBN 682344 February 11, 18, 25, March 4, 2022 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT NO. 681821 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: SOS ROADSIDE & AUTO REPAIR, 3519 San Felipe Road, San Jose, CA 95135, Santa Clara County. This business is owned by a Married Couple. The name and residence address of the registrant(s) is (are): Arturo Ramirez, 450 Hannah Street, San Jose, CA 95126. Evelyn Ramirez, 450 Hannah Street, San Jose, CA 95126. The registrant began transacting business under the fictitious business name(s) listed above on 01/19/2022.

This filing is a first filing. “I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct.” (A registrant who declares as true information which he or she knows to be false is guilty of a crime.) /s/ Arturo Ramirez This statement was filed with the Co. ClerkRecorder of Santa Clara County on 01/20/2022.

Regina Alcomendras, County Clerk Recorder By: /s/ Corinne Vasquez, Deputy File No. FBN 681821 February 11, 18, 25, March 4, 2022 ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME NO. 22CV393724 Superior Court of California, County of Santa Clara-In the matter of the application of: Igor

Salari. TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: 1.

Petitioner(s) Igor Salari has filed a petition for Change of Name with the clerk of this court for a decree changing names as follows: a. Igor Salari to Igor Shalar 2. THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted.

Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted.

If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing. NOTICE OF HEARING: Date: 04/26/2022 at 8:45 am, Probate Dept., located at 191 N. First Street, San Jose, CA 95113. 3. A copy of the Order to Show cause shall be published at least once a week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in El Observador, a newspaper of general circulation, printed in the county of Santa Clara.

Jan 24, 2022 Julie A. Emede Judge of the Superior Court February 11, 18, 25, March 4, 2022 ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME NO. 22CV393949 Superior Court of California, County of Santa Clara-In the matter of the application of: Abdulazeez Omar Alimsafir.

TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: 1. Petitioner(s) Abdulazeez Omar Alimsafir has filed a petition for Change of Name with the clerk of this court for a decree changing names as follows: a. Abdulazeez Omar Alimsafir to Luna Omar Abdul 2. THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted.

Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted.

If no written objection is timely filed, the court may

grant the petition without a hearing. NOTICE OF HEARING: Date: 05/03/2022 at 8:45 am, Probate Dept., located at 191 N. First Street, San Jose, CA 95113. 3. A copy of the Order to Show cause shall be published at least once a week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in El Observador, a newspaper of general circulation, printed in the county of Santa Clara.

Feb 03, 2022 Jacqueline M. Arroyo Judge of the Superior Court February 11, 18, 25, March 4, 2022 ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME NO. 22CV393923 Superior Court of California, County of Santa Clara-In the matter of the application of: NHU PHUONG THANH LE. TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: 1. Petitioner(s) NHU PHUONG THANH LE has filed a petition for Change of Name with the clerk of this court for a decree changing names as follows: a. NHU PHUONG THANH LE to JOYCE NHU LE 2. THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted.

Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted.

If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing. NOTICE OF HEARING: Date: 05/03/2022 at 8:45 am, Probate Dept., located at 191 N. First Street, San Jose, CA 95113. 3. A copy of the Order to Show cause shall be published at least once a week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in El Observador, a newspaper of general circulation, printed in the county of Santa Clara.

Feb 02, 2022 Jacqueline M Arroyo Judge of the Superior Court February 11, 18, 25, March 4, 2022 ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME NO. 22CV394081 Superior Court of California, County of Santa

FEB 18 - FEB 24, 2022 Clara-In the matter of the application of: Huanyan Liu and Xianlei Ge. TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: 1. Petitioner(s) Huanyan Liu and Xianlei Ge has filed a petition for Change of Name with the clerk of this court for a decree changing names as follows: a. Nathaniel Lujia Ge to Luke Lujia Ge 2. THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted.

If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing. NOTICE OF HEARING: Date: 05/10/2022 at 8:45 am, Probate Dept., located at 191 N. First Street, San Jose, CA 95113. 3. A copy of the Order to Show cause shall be published at least once a week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in El Observador, a newspaper of general circulation, printed in the county of Santa Clara.

Feb 07, 2022 Jacqueline M Arroyo Judge of the Superior Court February 11, 18, 25, March 4, 2022 ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME NO. 22CV394092 Superior Court of California, County of Santa Clara-In the matter of the application of: Angela Chih-Shin Tsao.

TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: 1. Petitioner(s) Angela Chih-Shin Tsao has filed a petition for Change of Name with the clerk of this court for a decree changing names as follows: a. Angela Chih-Shin Tsao to Angela Chih-Shin Kokish 2. THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted.

Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show

cause why the petition should not be granted.

If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing. NOTICE OF HEARING: Date: 04/12/2022 at 8:45 am, Probate Dept., located at 191 N. First Street, San Jose, CA 95113. 3. A copy of the Order to Show cause shall be published at least once a week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in El Observador, a newspaper of general circulation, printed in the county of Santa Clara.

Feb 07, 2022 Jacqueline M Arroyo Judge of the Superior Court February 11, 18, 25, March 4, 2022 AMENDED ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME NO. 22CV393722 Superior Court of California, County of Santa Clara-In the matter of the application of: Hai-Dang Vu Nguyen. TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: 1.

Petitioner(s) Hai-Dang Vu Nguyen has filed a petition for Change of Name with the clerk of this court for a decree changing names as follows: a.

Hai-Dang Vu Nguyen to Dong Nguyen 2. THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted.

Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted.

If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing. NOTICE OF HEARING: Date: 04/26/2022 at 8:45 am, Probate Dept., located at 191 N. First Street, San Jose, CA 95113. 3. A copy of the Order to Show cause shall be published at least once a week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in El Observador, a newspaper of general circulation, printed in the county of Santa Clara.

Jan 28, 2022 Julie A. Emede Judge of the Superior Court February 11, 18, 25, March 4, 2022 ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE

FEB 18 - FEB 24, 2022 OF NAME NO. 22CV393953 Superior Court of California, County of Santa Clara-In the matter of the application of: FNU RAM PAL. TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: 1. Petitioner(s) FNU RAM PAL has filed a petition for Change of Name with the clerk of this court for a decree changing names as follows: a. FNU RAM PAL to RAM PAL KATARIA 2. THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted.

Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted.

If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing. NOTICE OF HEARING: Date: 05/03/2022 at 8:45 am, Probate Dept., located at 191 N. First Street, San Jose, CA 95113. 3. A copy of the Order to Show cause shall be published at least once a week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in El Observador, a newspaper of general circulation, printed in the county of Santa Clara.

Feb 03, 2022 Jacqueline M Arroyo Judge of the Superior Court February 11, 18, 25, March 4, 2022 AMENDED ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME NO. 22CV389586 Superior Court of California, County of Santa Clara-In the matter of the application of: Brandynn Williams and Nina Williams Von Haken.

TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: 1. Petitioner(s) Brandynn Williams and Nina Williams Von Haken has filed a petition for Change of Name with the clerk of this court for a decree changing names as follows: a. Madison Keya Von Haken to Madison Keya Williams b. Alexandria Anette Williams Von Haken to Alexandria Anette Williams 2. THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted.

Any person objecting

to the name changes described above must file written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted.

If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing. NOTICE OF HEARING: Date: 03/22/2022 at 8:45 am, Probate Dept., located at 191 N. First Street, San Jose, CA 95113. 3. A copy of the Order to Show cause shall be published at least once a week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in El Observador, a newspaper of general circulation, printed in the county of Santa Clara.

Feb 08, 2022 Jacqueline M Arroyo Judge of the Superior Court February 11, 18, 25, March 4, 2022 2nd AMENDED ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME NO. 21CV386671 Superior Court of California, County of Santa Clara-In the matter of the application of: Sidelia Palacios. TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: 1. Petitioner(s) Sidelia Palacios has filed a petition for Change of Name with the clerk of this court for a decree changing names as follows: a. Antonia Sidelia Troncoso to Antonia Sidelia Palacios b. Aubreyana Angel Troncoso to Aubreyana Angel Palacios 2. THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted.

Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted.

If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing. NOTICE OF HEARING: Date: 03/15/2022 at 8:45 am, Probate Dept., located at 191 N. First Street, San Jose, CA 95113. 3. A copy of the Order to Show cause shall be published at least once a week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in El Observador, a newspaper of general

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Feb 08, 2022 Jacqueline M Arroyo Judge of the Superior Court February 11, 18, 25, March 4, 2022 AMENDED ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME NO. 22CV386368 Superior Court of California, County of Santa Clara-In the matter of the application of: Mana G Overstreet Velazquez.

TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: 1. Petitioner(s) Maria Guadalupe Overstreet Velazquez has filed a petition for Change of Name with the clerk of this court for a decree changing names as follows: a. Maria Guadalupe Overstreet Velazquez to Marvela Overstreet 2. THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted.

Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted.

If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing. NOTICE OF HEARING: Date: 03/08/2022 at 8:45 am, Probate Dept., located at 191 N. First Street, San Jose, CA 95113. 3. A copy of the Order to Show cause shall be published at least once a week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in El Observador, a newspaper of general circulation, printed in the county of Santa Clara.

Jan 31, 2022 Julie A. Emede Judge of the Superior Court February 11, 18, 25, March 4, 2022 ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME NO. 22CV393834 Superior Court of California, County of Santa Clara-In the matter of the application of: Mohammad Asef Yusufi.

TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: 1. Petitioner(s) Mohammad Asef Yusufi has filed a petition for Change of Name with the clerk of this court for a decree changing names as follows: a. Mohammad Asef Yusufi to Asef

Niazi 2. THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted.

Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted.

If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing. NOTICE OF HEARING: Date: 04/26/2022 at 8:45 am, Probate Dept., located at 191 N. First Street, San Jose, CA 95113. 3. A copy of the Order to Show cause shall be published at least once a week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in El Observador, a newspaper of general circulation, printed in the county of Santa Clara.

Jan 31, 2022 Julie A. Emede Judge of the Superior Court February 11, 18, 25, March 4, 2022 Notice of Petition to Administer Estate of THERESA A. QUARNSTROM Case No. 22PR191752 1.To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may be interested in the will or estate, or both, of THERESA A. QUARNSTROM. 2. A Petition for Probate has been filed by MARK R. DUSI in the Superior Court of California, County of Santa Clara. 3.The Petition for Probate requests that MARK R. DUSI be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent. 4. The petition requests the decedent’s will and codicils, if any, be admitted to probate. The will and any codicils are available for examination in the file kept by the court. 5. The petition requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administer of Estate Act. (This authority will allow the personal representative to take any actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consent to the proposed action.)

The independent administration authority will be

granted unless an interested person Files and objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority. 6. A hearing on the petition will be held in this court as follows: March 14, 2022, at 9:01am, Dept. 5, located at 191 North First Street, San Jose, CA 95113. 7. If you object to the granting of this petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney. 8.

If you are a creditor or contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either: 1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or 2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of a notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code. Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law. 9. You may examine the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk.

10. Attorney for Petitioner: Joseph D. Dermer Dermer Law Firm 15720 Winchester Blvd., Suite 200 Los Gatos, CA 95030 (408)395-5111 Rune Date: February 11, 18, 25, 2022 Notice of Petition to Administer Estate of Judith Ann Boes Case No. 22PR191730 1.To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may be interested in the will or estate, or both, of Judith Ann Boes, Judith A. Boes, Judith Boes. 2. A Petition for Probate has been filed

by Bryen Boes in the Superior Court of California, County of Santa Clara.

3.The Petition for Probate requests that Bryen Boes be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent. 5. The pe-

tition requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administer of Estate Act. (This authority will allow the personal representative to take any actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consent to the proposed action.)

The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person Files and objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority. 6. A hearing on the petition will be held in this court as follows: March 25, 2022, at 9:01am, Dept.

13, located at 191 North First Street, San Jose, CA 95113. 7. If you object to the granting of this petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney. 8.

If you are a creditor or contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either: 1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or 2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of a notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code. Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law. 9. You may examine the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk.

10. Attorney for Petitioner: Shahram Miri 80 Gilman Ave Suite 27 Campbell, CA 95008 (408)866-8382 Rune Date: February 11, 18, 25, 2022 SUMMONS (Family Law) (FL-110) NOTICE TO RESPON-

DENT (Name): TINA MARIA PEREZ AVISO AL DEMANDADO (Nombre):

You have been sued.

Read the information below.

Lo han demandado.

Lea ia información en la pagina siguiente.

Petitioner’s name is: SAUL ECHEVERRIAMONDRAGON Nombre del demandante: Case Number (Número de caso): 21FL003598 You have 30 calendar days after this Summons and Petition are served on you to file a Response (form FL-120) at the court and have a copy served on the petitioner. A letter, phone call, or court appearance will not protect you.

If you do not file your Response on time, the court may make orders affecting your marriage or domestic partnership, your property, and custody of your children.

You may be ordered to pay support and attorney fees and costs.

For legal advice, contact a lawyer immediately.

You can get information about finding lawyers at the California Courts Online Self-Help Center (www.courts.ca.gov/ selfhelp), at the California Legal Services Web Site (www.lawhelpca.org), or by contacting your local court or county bar association.

Tiene 30 DIAS DE CALENDARIO después de haber recibido la entrega legal de esta Citación y Petición para presentar una Respuesta (formulario FL-120) ante la corte y efectuar la entrega legal de una copia al demandante. Una carta o llamada telefónica o una audiencia de la corte NO basta para protegerlo.

Si no presenta su Respuesta a tiempo, la corte puede dar órdenes que afecten su matrimonio o pareja de hecho, sus bienes y la custodia de sus hijos. La corte también puede ordenar que pague manutención, y honorarios y costos legales.

Para asesoramiento legal, pónganse en contacto de inmediato con un abogado. Puede obtener información para encontrar a un abogado en el Centro de ayuda de las Cortes de California (www.sucorte. ca.gov), en el sitio Web de los Servicios Legales de California (www. lawhelpca.org) o ponién-

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dose en contacto con el colegio de abogados de su condado.

NOTICE; The restraining orders are effective against both spouses or domestic partners until the petition is dismissed, a judgment is entered, or the court makes further orders. They are enforceable anywhere in California by any law enforcement officer who has received or seen a copy of them.

AVISO; Las órdenes de restricción están en vigencia en cuanto a ambos cónyuges miembros de la pareja de hecho hasta que se despida la petición, se emita un fallo o la corte de otras ordenes.

Cualquier agencia del orden publico que haya recibido o visto una copia de estas ordenes puede hacerlas acatar en cualquier lugar de California.

FEE WAIVER: If you cannot pay the filing fee, ask the clerk for a fee waiver form. The court may order you to pay back all or part of the fees and cost that the court waived for you and the other party.

Exención De Cuotas: Si no puede pagar la cuota de presentación, pida al secretario un formulario de exención de cuotas.

La corte puede ordenar que usted pague, ya sea en parte o por completo, las cuotas y costos de la corte previamente exentos a petición de usted o de la otra parte.

1. The name and address of the court is (el nombre y dirección de la corte son): Superior Court of California, County of Santa Clara Family Justice Center Courthouse Street Address: 201 N. First Street.

San Jose, CA 95113 2. The name, address, and telephone number of petitioner’s attorney, or the petitioner without an attorney, are: (El nombre, dirección, y número de teléfono del abogado del demandante, o del demandante si no tiene abogado, son): SAUL ECHEVERRIAMONDRAGON 4756 Bordwell Drive San Jose, CA 95113 Telephone: (408)5691263 x00 Date (Fecha): 10/12/2021 12:00AM Clerk, by (Secretario, por) D. Otwell, Deputy (Asistente): STANDARD FAMILY LAW RESTRAINING ORDERS

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CLASSIFIEDS / LEGALS

Starting immediately, you and your spouse or domestic partner are restrained from 1. Removing the minor child or children of the parties from the state or applying for a new or replacement passport for those minor children without the prior written consent of the other party or an order of the court; 2. Cashing, borrowing against, canceling, transferring, disposing of, or changing the beneficiaries of any insurance or other coverage, including life, health, automobile and disability, held for the benefit of the parties and their minor child or children: 3. Transferring, encumbering, hypothecating, concealing, or in any way disposing of any property, real or personal, whether community, quasi-community, or separate, without the written consent of the other party or an order of the court, except in the usual course of business or for the necessities of life; and 4. Creating a nonprobate transfer or modifying a nonprobate transfer in a manner that affects the disposition of property subject to the transfer, without the written consent of the other party or an order of the court.

Before revocation of a nonprobate transfer can take effect or a right of survivorship to property can be eliminated, notice of the change must be filed and served on the other party.

You must notify each other of any proposed extraordinary expenditures at least five business days prior to incurring these extraordinary expenditures and account to the court for all extraordinary expenditures made after these restraining orders are effective. However, you may use community property, quasi-community property, or you own separate property to pay an attorney to help you or to pay court costs.

NOTICE - ACCESS TO AFFORDABLE HEALTH INSURANCE: Do you or someone in your household need affordable health insurance? If so, you should apply for Covered California. Covered California can help reduce the cost you pay towards high quality affordable health care. For more information, visit www. coveredca.com Or call

Covered California at 1-800-300-1506.

WARNING – IMPORTANT INFORMATION California law provides that, for purposes of division of property upon dissolution of a marriage or domestic partnership or upon legal separation, property acquired by the parties during marriage or domestic partnership in joint form is presumed to be community property.

If either party to this action should die before the jointly held community property is divide, the language in the deed that characterizes how title is held (i.e. joint tenancy, tenants in common, or community property) will be controlling, and not the community property presumption.

You should consult your attorney if you want the community property presumption to be written into the recorded title to the property.

ORDENES DE RESTRICCION NORMALES DE DERECHO FAMILIAR En forma inmediata, usted y su cónyuge o pareja de hecho tienen prohibido: 1. Llevarse del estado de California a los hijos menores de las partes, o solicitar un pasaporte nuevo o de repuesto para los hijos menores, sin el consentimiento previo por escrito de la otra parte o sin una orden de la corte; 2. Cobrar, pedir prestado, cancelar, transferir, deshacerse o cambiar el nombre de los beneficiarios de cualquier seguro u otro tipo de cobertura, como de vida, salud, vehículo y discapacidad, que tenga como beneficiario(s) a las partes y su(s) hijo(s) menor(es); 3. Transferir, gravar, hipotecar, ocultar o deshacerse de cualquier manera de cualquier propiedad, inmueble o personal, ya sea comunitaria, cuasicomunitaria o separada, sin el consentimiento escrito de la otra parte o una orden de la corte, excepto en el curso habitual de actividades personal o para satisfacer las necesidades de la vida; y 4. Crear o modificar una transferencia no testamentaria de manera que afecte la asignación de una propiedad sujeta a

EL OBSERVADOR | www.el-observador.com transferencia, sin el consentimiento por escrito de la otra parte o una orden de la corte.

Antes de que se pueda eliminar la revocación de una transferencia no testamentaria, se debe presentar ante la corte un aviso del cambio y hacer una entrega legal de dicho aviso a la otra parte.

Cada parte tiene que notificar a la otra sobre cualquier gasto extraordinario propuesto, por lo menos cinco días laborales antes de realizarlo, y rendir cuenta a la corte de todos los gastos extraordinarios realizados después de que estas órdenes de restricción hayan entrado en vigencia. No obstante, puede usar propiedad comunitaria, cuasicomunitaria o suya separada para pagar a un abogado o para ayudarle a pagar los costos de la corte.

AVISO-ACCESO A SEGURO DE SALUD MÁS ECONÓMICO: ¿Necesita seguro de salud a un costo asequible, ya sea para usted o alguien en su hogar? Si es as¡, puede presentar una solicitud con Covered California. Covered California lo puede ayudar a reducir el costo que paga por seguro de salud asequible y de alta calidad. Para obtener mas información, visite www.coveredca.com. O llame a Covered California al 1-800-300-0213.

ADVERTENCIA – INFORMACION IMPORTANTE De acuerdo a la ley de California, las propiedades adquiridas por las partes durante su matrimonio o pareja de hecho en forma conjunta se consideran propiedad comunitaria para los fines de la división de bienes que ocurre cuando se produce una disolución o separación legal del matrimonio o pareja de hecho. Si cualquiera de las partes de este caso llega a fallecer antes de que se divida la propiedad comunitaria de tenencia conjunta, el destino de la misma quedará determinado por las cláusulas de la escritura correspondiente que describen su tenencia (por ej. tenencia conjunta, tenencia en común o propiedad comunitaria) y no por la presunción de propiedad comunitaria.

Si quiere que la presunción comunitaria que registrada en la escritura de la propiedad, debería consultar con un abogado.

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Notice of Petition to Administer Estate of Edwin Arthur Goodgold Case No. 21PR191515 1.To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may be interested in the will or estate, or both, of Edwin Arthur Goodgold, Edwin Goodgold. 2. A Petition for Probate has been filed

by Stuart R. Goodgold in the Superior Court of California, County of Santa Clara. 3.The Petition for Probate requests that Stuart R. Goodgold be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent. 5. The petition requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administer of Estate Act. (This authority will allow the personal representative to take any actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consent to the proposed action.)

The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person Files and objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority. 6. A hearing on the petition will be held in this court as follows: February 28, 2022, at 9:01am, Dept. 5, located at 191 North First Street, San Jose, CA 95113. 7. If you object to the granting of this petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney. 8. If you are a creditor or contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either: 1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or 2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of a notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code. Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law. 9. You may examine the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file

with the court a Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk.

10. Attorney for Petitioner: ROBERT P. BERGMAN 3535 Ross Avenue, Ste. 308 San Jose, CA 95124 (408)247-0444

she knows to be false is guilty of a crime.) /s/ Ann A, Kownacki This statement was filed with the Co. ClerkRecorder of Santa Clara County on 01/24/2022.

Regina Alcomendras, County Clerk Recorder By: /s/ Corinne Vasquez, Deputy File No. FBN 681893 February 4, 11, 18 and 25, 2022

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT NO. 681527 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: PIVOTAL MANAGEMENT, 18600 Castle Lake Drive, Morgan Hill, CA 95037, Santa Clara County. This business is owned by an Individual. The name and residence address of the registrant(s) is (are): Valerie Jo Weld, 18600 Castle Lake Drive, Morgan Hill, CA 95037.

The registrant began transacting business under the fictitious business name(s) listed above on 06/01/2012. This filing is a refiling (change(s) in facts from previous filing: Previous File #625168. “I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct.” (A registrant who declares as true information which he or she knows to be false is guilty of a crime.) /s/ Valerie Jo Weld This statement was filed with the Co. ClerkRecorder of Santa Clara County on 01/05/2022.

Regina Alcomendras, County Clerk Recorder By: /s/ Sandy Corinne Vasquez, Deputy File No. FBN 681527

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT NO. 682224 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: SAN JOSE TRUCK DRIVING SCHOOL, , 915 Berryessa Road, San Jose, CA 95133, Santa Clara County. This business is owned by a Corporation. The name and residence address of the registrant(s) is (are): E&A Enterprise Inc., 5112 Passito Court, Salida, CA 95368. The registrant began transacting business under the fictitious business name(s) listed above on 03/22/2018.

This filing is a refile [Change(s) in facts from previous filing] of previous file #: FBN640288. “I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct.” (A registrant who declares as true information which he or she knows to be false is guilty of a crime.) /s/ AETZALY GONZALEZ Director Article/Reg#: C4811731 Above entity was formed in the state of CA This statement was filed with the Co. ClerkRecorder of Santa Clara County on 02/02/2022.

Regina Alcomendras, County Clerk Recorder By: /s/ Elaine Fader, Deputy File No. FBN 682224

February 4, 11, 18 and 25, 2022

February 4, 11, 18 and 25, 2022

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT NO. 681893 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: Sandy Kay Homes, 16780 Lark Avenue, Los Gatos, CA 95032, Santa Clara County. This business is owned by an Individual. The name and residence address of the registrant(s) is (are): Ann A. Kownacki, 21 Oak Hill Way, Los Gatos, CA 95030. The registrant began transacting business under the fictitious business name(s) listed on 11/1/2016/24/2022.

This filing is a refile [Change(s) in facts from previous filing] of previous file #: FBN 623089/679296. “I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct.” (A registrant who declares as true information which he or

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT NO. 682117 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: Carpet Cleaning Heroes, 1592 Wright Ave, Sunnyvale, CA 94087, Santa Clara County. This business is owned by a Corporation. The name and residence address of the registrant(s) is (are): SILVA DURAN, 1592 Wright Ave, Sunnyvale, CA 94087. The registrant began transacting business under the fictitious business name(s) listed above on 01/28/2022.

This filing is a refile [Change(s) in facts from previous filing] of previous file #: FBN669793. “I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct.” (A registrant who declares as true information which he or she knows to be

Run Date: February 4, 11 and 18, 2022

FEB 18 - FEB 24, 2022 false is guilty of a crime.) /s/ Daniel Silva Duran SILVA DURAN President Article/Reg#: C4835519 Above entity was formed in the state of CA This statement was filed with the Co. ClerkRecorder of Santa Clara County on 01/28/2022.

Regina Alcomendras, County Clerk Recorder By: /s/ Corinne Vasquez, Deputy File No. FBN 682117

false is guilty of a crime.) /s/ Jessica Liang JAJE FOODS, INC Manager Article/Reg#: C4260779 Above entity was formed in the state of CA This statement was filed with the Co. ClerkRecorder of Santa Clara County on 01/28/2022.

Regina Alcomendras, County Clerk Recorder By: /s/ Sandy Chanthasy, Deputy File No. FBN 682113

February 4, 11, 18 and 25, 2022

February 4, 11, 18 and 25, 2022

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT NO. 681850 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: Day One Barbershop, 700 S. Winchester Blvd #30, San Jose, CA 95128, Santa Clara County. This business is owned by a General Partnerhip. The name and residence address of the registrant(s) is (are): Norman Clavio, 4116 Venus Place, Union City, CA 94587. Orly Locquiao, 43 Palmwell Way, San Jose, CA 95138. The registrant began transacting business under the fictitious business name(s) listed above on N/A. This filing is a first filing. “I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct.” (A registrant who declares as true information which he or she knows to be false is guilty of a crime.) /s/ Norman Clavio This statement was filed with the Co. ClerkRecorder of Santa Clara County on 01/21/2022.

Regina Alcomendras, County Clerk Recorder By: /s/ Corinne Vasquez, Deputy File No. FBN 681850

ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME NO. 22CV393829 Superior Court of California, County of Santa Clara-In the matter of the application of: Jordan Saylon Pamintuan.

TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: 1. Petitioner(s) Jordan Saylon Parmintuan has filed a petition for Change of Name with the clerk of this court for a decree changing names as follows: a. Jordan Saylon Pamintuan to Jordan Mariano Saylon 2. THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted.

Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted.

If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing. NOTICE OF HEARING: Date: 07/12/2022 at 8:45 am, Probate Dept., located at 191 N. First Street, San Jose, CA 95113. 3. A copy of the Order to Show cause shall be published at least once a week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in El Observador, a newspaper of general circulation, printed in the county of Santa Clara.

Jan 31, 2022 Julie A. Emede Judge of the Superior Court

February 4, 11, 18 and 25, 2022 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT NO. 682113 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: LIANG’S VILLAGE, LIANG’S VILLAGE CUPERTINO, 20530 Stevens Creek Blvd, Cupertino, CA 95014, Santa Clara County. This business is owned by a Corporation. The name and residence address of the registrant(s) is (are): JAJE FOODS, INC, 802 E Mission Rd, San Gabriel, CA 91776. The registrant began transacting business under the fictitious business name(s) listed above on 06/01/2019.

This filing is a refile [Change(s) in facts from previous filing] of previous file #: FBN655246. “I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct.” (A registrant who declares as true information which he or she knows to be

February 4, 11, 18 and 25, 2022 ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME NO. 22CV393723 Superior Court of California, County of Santa Clara-In the matter of the application of: Yifei Ma, Chiyao Yang.

TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: 1. Petitioner(s)

FEB 18 - FEB 24, 2022 Yifei Ma, Chiyao Yang has filed a petition for Change of Name with the clerk of this court for a decree changing names as follows: a. Ricky Haorui Yang to Ricky Haoting Yang 2. THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted.

Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted.

If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing. NOTICE OF HEARING: Date: 04/26/2022 at 8:45 am, Probate Dept., located at 191 N. First Street, San Jose, CA 95113. 3.

A copy of the Order to Show cause shall be published at least once a week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in El Observador, a newspaper of general circulation, printed in the county of Santa Clara.

Jan 27, 2022 Julie A. Emede Judge of the Superior Court February 4, 11, 18 and 25, 2022 ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME NO. 22CV393875 Superior Court of California, County of Santa Clara-In the matter of the application of: Gay Louise Graves. TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: 1. Petitioner(s) Gay Louise Graves has filed a petition for Change of Name with the clerk of this court for a decree changing names as follows: a. Gay Louise Graves to Gaye Louise Graves 2. THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted.

Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted.

If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing. NOTICE

OF HEARING: Date: 05/03/2022 at 8:45 am, Probate Dept., located at 191 N. First Street, San Jose, CA 95113. 3.

A copy of the Order to Show cause shall be published at least once a week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in El Observador, a newspaper of general circulation, printed in the county of Santa Clara.

Feb 01, 2022 Julie A. Emede Judge of the Superior Court February 4, 11, 18 and 25, 2022 ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME NO. 22CV393919 Superior Court of California, County of Santa Clara-In the matter of the application of: Fay Perry.

TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: 1. Petitioner(s) Fay Perry has filed a petition for Change of Name with the clerk of this court for a decree changing names as follows: a. Julian Keith Serrato-Perry to Julian Keith Perry. 2. THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted.

Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted.

If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing. NOTICE OF HEARING: Date: 05/03/2022 at 8:45 am, Probate Dept., located at 191 N. First Street, San Jose, CA 95113. 3.

A copy of the Order to Show cause shall be published at least once a week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in El Observador, a newspaper of general circulation, printed in the county of Santa Clara.

Feb 01, 2022 Julie A. Emede Judge of the Superior Court February 4, 11, 18 and 25, 2022 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT NO. 681962 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: MaryNailSpa, 231 Dixon Landing Rd Apt 313, Milpitas, CA 95035, Santa Clara County. This

EL OBSERVADOR | www.el-observador.com business is owned by an Individual. The name and residence address of the registrant(s) is (are): Marilyn Cuellar Fernandez, 231 Dixon Landing Rd Apt 313, Milpitas, CA 95035. The registrant began transacting business under the fictitious business name(s) listed above on 01/24/2022.

This filing is a first filing. “I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct.” (A registrant who declares as true information which he or she knows to be false is guilty of a crime.) /s/ Marilyn Cuellar Fernandez This statement was filed with the Co. ClerkRecorder of Santa Clara County on 01/25/2022.

Regina Alcomendras, County Clerk Recorder By: /s/ Corinne Vasquez, Deputy File No. FBN 681962 January 28, February 4, 11 and 18, 2022 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT NO. 681857 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: CADENA’S CLEAN SERVICE, 211 S King Road, San Jose, CA 95116, Santa Clara County. This business is owned by an Individual. The name and residence address of the registrant(s) is (are): Viky Jamileth Santos, 211 South King Road, San Jose, CA 95116. The registrant began transacting business under the fictitious business name(s) listed above on 01/21/2022. This filing is a first filing. “I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct.” (A registrant who declares as true information which he or she knows to be false is guilty of a crime.) /s/ Viky Jamileth Santos This statement was filed with the Co. ClerkRecorder of Santa Clara County on 01/21/2022.

Regina Alcomendras, County Clerk Recorder By: /s/ Corinne Vasquez, Deputy File No. FBN 681857 January 28, February 4, 11 and 18, 2022 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT NO. 681038 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: Justeas, 2695 Moorpark Ave Ste. #105, San Jose, CA 95128, Santa Clara County. This business is owned by an Individual. The name and residence address of the registrant(s) is (are): Nalleli Somoza, 2695 Moorpark Ave, San Jose, CA 95128. The registrant began transacting business under the fictitious

business name(s) listed above on 12/08/2021.

This filing is a first filing. “I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct.” (A registrant who declares as true information which he or she knows to be false is guilty of a crime.) /s/ Nalleli Somoza This statement was filed with the Co. ClerkRecorder of Santa Clara County on 12/14/2021.

Regina Alcomendras, County Clerk Recorder By: /s/ Nina Khamphilath, Deputy File No. FBN 681038 January 28, February 4, 11 and 18, 2022 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT NO. 681863 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: BAJA FISH TACOS and MORE, 99 Almaden Blvd Suite 600, San Jose, CA 95113, Santa Clara County. This business is owned by an Individual. The name and residence address of the registrant(s) is (are): Juan Carlos Lopez Barraza, 921 Cannery Row, Hollister, CA 95023. The registrant began transacting business under the fictitious business name(s) listed above on 01/21/2022. This filing is a first filing. “I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct.” (A registrant who declares as true information which he or she knows to be false is guilty of a crime.) /s/ Juan Carlos Lopez Barraza This statement was filed with the Co. ClerkRecorder of Santa Clara County on 01/21/2022.

Regina Alcomendras, County Clerk Recorder By: /s/ Corinne Vasquez, Deputy File No. FBN 681863 January 28, February 4, 11 and 18, 2022 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT NO. 681957 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: Amber Homes, 201 Silvia Court, Los Altos, CA 94024, Santa Clara County. This business is owned by a Limited Liability Company. The name and residence address of the registrant(s) is (are): Amber Homes LLC, 201 Silvia Court, Los Altos, CA 94024.

The registrant began transacting business under the fictitious business name(s) listed above on N/A. This filing is a first filing. “I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct.” (A registrant who declares as true information which he or

she knows to be false is guilty of a crime.) /s/ Daniel Weisfield, Member Amber Homes LLC Article/Reg#: 200211510059 Above entity was formed in the state of CA This statement was filed with the Co. ClerkRecorder of Santa Clara County on 01/24/2022.

Regina Alcomendras, County Clerk Recorder By: /s/ Corinne Vasquez, Deputy File No. FBN 681957 January 28, February 4, 11 and 18, 2022 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT NO. 681898 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: TACOS LA ESMERALDA, 326 Commercial Street, San Jose, CA 95112, Santa Clara County. This business is owned by an Individual. The name and residence address of the registrant(s) is (are): Janet Juarez, 256 E. Younger Ave, San Jose, CA 95112.

The registrant began transacting business under the fictitious business name(s) listed above on 09/07/2021. This filing is a refile [Change(s) in facts from previous filing] of previous file #: FBN678794. “I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct.” (A registrant who declares as true information which he or she knows to be false is guilty of a crime.) /s/ Janet Juarez This statement was filed with the Co. ClerkRecorder of Santa Clara County on 01/24/2022.

Regina Alcomendras, County Clerk Recorder By: /s/ Elaine Fader, Deputy File No. FBN 681898 January 28, February 4, 11 and 18, 2022 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT NO. 681820 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: BONIITA BEAUTY FULL SALON, 5328 Monterey Rd Suite A, San Jose, CA 95111, Santa Clara County.

This business is owned by a Limited Liability Company. The name and residence address of the registrant(s) is (are): BONIITA BEAUTY FULL SALON LLC, 5328 Monterey Hwy, San Jose, CA 95111.

The registrant began transacting business under the fictitious business name(s) listed above on 01/20/2022. This filing is a refile [Change(s) in facts from previous filing] of previous file #: FBN679161. “I declare that all information in this statement is true and

correct.” (A registrant who declares as true information which he or she knows to be false is guilty of a crime.) /s/ Alma Stottleyer BONIITA BEAUTY FULL SALON LLC Managing Member Article/Reg#: 202201110538 Above entity was formed in the state of CA This statement was filed with the Co. ClerkRecorder of Santa Clara County on 01/20/2022.

Regina Alcomendras, County Clerk Recorder By: /s/ Corinne Vasquez, Deputy File No. FBN 681820 January 28, February 4, 11 and 18, 2022 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT NO. 681772 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: ALFARO FIRE PROTECTION, 736 La Paloma Way, Gilroy, CA 95020, Santa Clara County. This business is owned by an Individual. The name and residence address of the registrant(s) is (are): Jose F. Rodriguez Alfaro, 736 La Paloma Way, Gilroy, CA 95020. The registrant began transacting business under the fictitious business name(s) listed above on 01/18/2022.

This filing is a first filing. “I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct.” (A registrant who declares as true information which he or she knows to be false is guilty of a crime.) /s/ Jose F. Rodriguez Alfaro This statement was filed with the Co. ClerkRecorder of Santa Clara County on 01/18/2022.

Regina Alcomendras, County Clerk Recorder By: /s/ Corinne Vasquez, Deputy File No. FBN 681772 January 28, February 4, 11 and 18, 2022 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT NO. 681505 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: ADRIAN’S LOCK AND SAFE, 1522 Willowmont Ave, San Jose, CA 95118, Santa Clara County.

This business is owned by an Individual. The name and residence address of the registrant(s) is (are): Adrian Martin Feria Islas, 1522 Willowmont Ave, San Jose, CA 95118. The registrant began transacting business under the fictitious business name(s) listed above on 01/04/2022.

This filing is a first filing. “I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct.” (A registrant who declares as true information which

CLASSIFIEDS / LEGALS he or she knows to be false is guilty of a crime.) /s/ Adrian Martin Feria Islas This statement was filed with the Co. ClerkRecorder of Santa Clara County on 01/04/2022.

Regina Alcomendras, County Clerk Recorder By: /s/ Elaine Fader, Deputy File No. FBN 681505 January 28, February 4, 11 and 18, 2022 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT NO. 681858 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: MAY 11, LLC, 201 S Fourth Street, Apt #401, San Jose, CA 95112, Santa Clara County.

This business is owned by a Limited Liability Company. The name and residence address of the registrant(s) is (are): MAY 11, LLC, 201 S Fourth Street, Apt #401, San Jose, CA 95112. The registrant began transacting business under the fictitious business name(s) listed above on N/A. This filing is a refile [Change(s) in facts from previous filing] of previous file #: FBN680236. “I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct.” (A registrant who declares as true information which he or she knows to be false is guilty of a crime.) /s/ Adriana Espana Recio MAY 11, LLC CEO Article/Reg#: 202129910503 Above entity was formed in the state of CA This statement was filed with the Co. ClerkRecorder of Santa Clara County on 01/21/2022.

Regina Alcomendras, County Clerk Recorder By: /s/ Elaine Fader, Deputy File No. FBN 681858 January 28, February 4, 11 and 18, 2022 STATEMENT OF ABANDONMENT OF USE OF FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME The following person(s) has / have abandoned the use of the fictitious business name(s): Freddyz Hauling & Moving, 25 North 14 Street Ste. 505, San Jose CA, 95112.

Filed in Santa Clara County on 03/16/17 under file no. FBN627656.

Freddy Herrera, 1450 Mount Shasta Dr, San Jose CA, 95127. This business was conducted by: An Individual. “I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct.” (A registrant who declares as true information which he or she knows to be false is guilty of a crime.) /s/ Freddy Herrera This statement was

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filed with the Co. Clerk Recorder of Santa Clara County on 1/19/2022.

Regina Alcomendras, County Clerk Recorder By: /s/ Corinne Vasquez, Deputy File No. FBN 681798 January 28, February 4, 11 and 18, 2022 ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME NO. 21CV393041 Superior Court of California, County of Santa Clara-In the matter of the application of: Elizabeth Riley Farel. TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: 1. Petitioner(s) Elizabeth Riley Farel has filed a petition for Change of Name with the clerk of this court for a decree changing names as follows: a. Elizabeth Riley Farel to Libby Farel Friedman 2. THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted.

Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted.

If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing. NOTICE OF HEARING: Date: 04/19/2022 at 8:45 am, Probate Dept., located at 191 N. First Street, San Jose, CA 95113. 3.

A copy of the Order to Show cause shall be published at least once a week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in El Observador, a newspaper of general circulation, printed in the county of Santa Clara.

Jan 07, 2021 Julie A. Emede Judge of the Superior Court January 28, February 4, 11 and 18, 2022

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CUALIDADES METAFÍSICAS EN LAS LÍNEAS DE LAS MANOS Mario Jiménez Castillo

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línea augura tropiezos y dificultad para encontrar la verdadera vocación. Si esta línea se corta en dos, significará que el individuo cambiará de ocupación o profesión en el transcurso de su vida. Si se marcan cruces o estrellas indicará que se contará con amigos y aliados importantes.

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ínea de la vida: Denota la fortaleza de la constitución física del individuo y específicamente la duración de su existencia. La calidad de la línea, fuerte, débil, llena de cadenas o rota, descubrirá los períodos de buena o mala salud, detallando si la influencia se deriva de la fortaleza física o de la energía nerviosa. Cuando la línea de la vida aparece seccionada o cortada, indicará enfermedad en ese momento de la existencia del individuo.

Línea de los hijos: Para que esta línea señale si un individuo tiene o tendrá hijos, deberá estar bien marcada y tener el mismo color en todo el monte donde aparece. Si observamos dos líneas juntas y una es más larga que la otra, quiere decir que la persona será madre o padre de un niño y una niña. Si la línea es larga y se corta en dos o tres pequeñas líneas augura que se tendrá numerosa descendencia. Si aparece una isla bien marcada sobre esta línea predice que la persona no tendrá hijos. Un cuadrado bien definido sobre esta línea revelará que el individuo es hijo único. Un triángulo bien demarcado sobre esta línea aduce que se tendrá tres hijos o más.

Si aparecen puntos o círculos de tonos oscuros sobre esta línea presagiará una enfermedad larga.

Una línea profunda y sin cortes es agüero de larga vida. Cuando en esta línea aparecen estrellas o tridentes presagia que se gozará de buena salud en la mayor parte de la existencia del individuo.

Línea de la cabeza: Cuando está marcada claramente, sin romperse, larga y de buen color, indica que la persona goza de auto control, teniendo la facultad de concentración en todo lo que haga.

Una isla marcada en esta línea indicará que se es propenso a sufrir golpes en la cabeza o padecer en algún momento de su vida una enfermedad mental. Un tridente en o cerca de esta línea predice que el individuo tiene un elevado poder de convencimiento. Flechas o estrellas marcadas en esta línea predicen que la persona llegará a ser líder, tutor y guía de muchas personas.

Línea del corazón: Todo lo referente a sentimientos, emociones, afectos y relaciones románticas, se revelará claramente, dependiendo de la debilidad o fortaleza que presente esta línea. Su buen color y precisa demarcación se considera ideal para el mantenimiento de una vida romántica y sexual estable. Si la línea está cortada o desaparece en algunos espacios, pudiera indicar la existencia de

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Si aparece una estrella o un triángulo claramente definidos en esta línea, indicará que la persona encontrará el amor de su vida.

Un punto marcado sobre esta línea señalará que se ha tenido una pena de amor. Si aparece una rejilla junto a esta línea querrá decir que el individuo se inclina por las emociones fuertes y goza de la adrenalina que provoca el peligro.

Línea de la pasión: En esta línea podemos observar los sentimientos más íntimos de un individuo en cuanto a relaciones sentimentales se refiere. Si cerca de esta línea aparece otra línea bien marcada, significa que se tendrá un matrimonio feliz.

Un tridente cerca o sobre esta línea indicará que la persona es romántica y sumamente apasionada.

Línea de la disciplina y el aprendizaje: Esta línea nos puede revelar respuestas acerca del mundo intelectual y laboral de cada persona. Si aparece derecha y bien definida indica que se llegará a tener puestos o cargos importantes en el trabajo. Si junto a esta línea se observa una flecha, se gozará de éxito y prestigio. Una isla en o cerca de esta

varias parejas e incluso varios matrimonios.

Líneas del amor e influencia: Estas líneas al igual que la línea del corazón, indican las relaciones románticas y los amores del individuo, aquí se puede observar con mayor exactitud el número de relaciones serias que ha tenido la persona. Si aparecen cruces bien marcadas y de buen tamaño, será indicativo de las personas que han dejado huella. Por el contrario, estrellas o líneas finas significarán amores fugaces. Un tridente marcado al final de estas líneas presagia que el individuo envejecerá junto al amor de su vida. Si en el medio de estas líneas aparece un cuadrado o un círculo presagia la existencia de un amor mal correspondido.

Un triángulo sobre estas líneas revelará el don de la seducción y suerte con el sexo opuesto.

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TÍTERES PRETENDEN ENSEÑAR A LOS NIÑOS PUPPETS AIM TO TEACH NAVAJO CHILDREN TRIBE'S LANGUAGE, CULTURE NAVAJOS EL IDIOMA Y LA CULTURA DE LA TRIBU

Pete Sands and two of his puppet creations, Sadie and Ash. The puppets will be the stars of "Navajo Highways," a TV show to teach children about the Navajo language and culture. Photo Credit: Pete Sands

Los títeres de Pete Sands serán las estrellas de "Navajo Highways", un programa de televisión para enseñar a los niños sobre el idioma y la cultura navajo. Photo Credit: Pete Sands

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t was a little bit "Muppet Show," a little bit "Sesame Street" and a lot of community pride that brought about the idea for a TV series to teach Navajo children about their language and culture.

Pete Sands' new project, "Navajo Highways," will portray a family of Navajo puppets where the kids learn about their culture through language. Sands is already a volunteer activist in the Navajo Nation and said he was delivering supplies to his neighbors during the pandemic when he noticed a trend.

"A lot of the older people couldn't talk to their grandkids because the older people only spoke Navajo most of the time and the younger kids only spoke English," Sands observed. "There's a huge disconnect. I saw that problem and I knew I had to do something."

Sands explained he and his small crew recently began producing the first of 10 episodes for the first season. He had been funding the show out of his own pocket but pointed out they have started a GoFundMe page to help pay for equipment and production expenses.

Sands noted the seed for the idea was planted a few years ago when he attended a workshop in New York by the producers of Sesame Street. Out of what he learned there, full-size puppets named Sadie, Ash, Grandma Sally and Uncle Al were created for the show.

"I got four different puppets," Sands outlined. "There's two cousins, a boy and a girl, and they have a grandmother and their uncle. The young kids are going to be learning how to speak Navajo, so the audience will learn along with the young kids."

Sands emphasized each episode will have a different theme, with the first focusing on introducing the characters and learning about the Navajo culture.

He added people seem to be coming together over the project.

"Just from what little I've shown people around here on the Navajo Nation, especially in the community, they're so happy to see this because they see where it can go," Sands remarked. "And nothing like this has been done for our language yet, so there's a lot of optimism."

The group has done several live performances in the nation and snippets of the program have been posted on YouTube, but he still is in negotiations about when and where the show will be broadcast.

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ue un poco del "Show de los Muppets", un poco de "Plaza Sésamo" y mucho orgullo de la comunidad lo que generó la idea de una serie de televisión para enseñar a los niños navajos sobre su idioma y cultura.

El nuevo proyecto de Pete Sands, "Navajo Highways", retratará a una familia de títeres Navajo donde los niños aprenden sobre su cultura a través del lenguaje. Sands ya es un activista voluntario en la Nación Navajo y dijo que estaba entregando suministros a sus vecinos durante la pandemia cuando notó una tendencia.

"Mucha de la gente mayor no podía hablar con sus nietos porque los mayores solo hablaban navajo la mayor parte del tiempo y los niños más pequeños solo habla-

ban inglés", observó Sands." Hay una gran desconexión. Vi ese problema y supe que tenía que hacer algo".

Sands explicó que él y su pequeño equipo recientemente comenzaron a producir el primero de los 10 episodios de la primera temporada. Había estado financiando el programa de su propio bolsillo, pero señaló que ha han iniciado una página de GoFundMe para ayudar a pagar el equipo y los gastos de producción.

Sands señaló que la semilla de la idea se plantó hace unos años cuando asistió a un taller en Nueva York de los productores de Plaza Sésamo. De lo que aprendió allá, se crearon títeres de tamaño completo llamados Sadie, Ash, Grandma Sally y Uncle Al para el programa.

"Tengo cuatro títeres diferentes", señaló Sands. “Hay dos primos, un niño y una niña, y tienen una abuela y su tío. Los niños pequeños van a aprender a hablar navajo, por lo que la audiencia aprenderá junto con los niños pequeños".

Sands enfatizó que cada episodio tendrá un tema diferente, y el primero se enfocará en presentar a los personajes y en aprender sobre la cultura navajo. Agregó que la gente se parece estar reuniendo sobre el proyecto.

"Tan solo de lo poco que he mostrado a la gente de aquí de la Nación Navajo, especialmente en la comunidad, están muy felices de ver esto porque ven a dónde puede llegar", comentó Sands." Y todavía no se ha hecho nada como esto para nuestro idioma, por lo que hay mucho optimismo".

El grupo ha realizado varias presentaciones en vivo en la nación y se han publicado fragmentos del programa en YouTube, pero aún se está negociando sobre cuándo y dónde se transmitirá el programa.

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