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are hard to come by,” says Glen MacDonald, a water expert who holds UCLA’s endowed chair in the Geography of California and the American West. According to the BlueGreen Alliance, cities are still using pipes that are about a century old. An estimated 20% to 50% of water is lost to leaks in the supply system. “People talk about reducing the time you take showers, but if you think about 50% of water flowing through the system being lost, it’s another magnitude,” said Daniel Tartakovsky, a professor
The local narrative Residents of “Chavez Ravine” were presented with offers to sell their property to begin building public housing, and those who didn’t sell were violently evicted in 1959 when the city of Los Angeles finalized a deal to build Dodger Stadium. Local officials and the media offered many reasons for the eventual displacement. Vincent Montalvo, Buried Under the Blue co-founder, said the Los Angeles housing crisis was the start of what caused the displacements that May. Frank Wilkinson, Housing Authority official, presented the idea of turning the land into public housing units that would be named Elysian Park Heights, which the residents of these three communities disagreed with. “We were in a housing crisis back then too. L.A. has been in a housing crisis for decades,” Montalvo said. “It seems like every time they have a housing crisis it’s a reason to take away indigenous people’s land.” He spoke about how the Arechiga family, Buried Under the Blue co-founder Melissa Arechiga’s family, was portrayed for demanding that they be paid a fair price for their home. The media portrayed the family as aggressive, implying they should not be allowed the right to ask for more money for their assets because the city was offering a “fair value.” “That’s your investment, that’s the inheritance you’re going to leave your children,” Montalvo said. “They weren’t being unreasonable to the deal, they never said they wouldn’t have sold, but they didn’t want to
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From left: Jennifer Shaw, Al Weyant-Forbes, Deborah Brown, Sharice Fox, Wendy Silva, Robert Hyers, Bryan Keene, Andrea Dillon, members of LASSE and SAGA, continue to work to create an inclusive environment on campus.
RCC faculty, staff seek LGBTQIA2+ resources DAESHA GEAR OPINIONS EDITOR
The Riverside Community College District Board of Trustees said it is attempting to ensure a welcoming environment for LGBTQIA2+ students by funding Student Services and Ally training. However, much work needs to be done to achieve this ideal environment, according to faculty, staff and LGBTQIA2+
students at the Nov. 2 Board meeting. According to the district, there is no accurate number of this particular demographic of students as it relies heavily on data. Some students may not have publicly come out and may feel uncomfortable doing it on a survey, according to Al WeyantForbes, Extended Opportunity and Services (EOPS) specialist for Riverside City College. Consequently, it becomes a
challenge for RCCD to provide support or fund services for its LGBTQIA2+ students. “Not having that data makes it hard to get funding because everything is about the retention rates, like success rates,” Wendy Silva, LGBTQ+ Association for Student Success and Equity (LASSE) secretary, said. “And if we can’t prove that LGBTQIA2+ students are struggling, then it’s hard for the school to give us money to help (our) students do better.”
Despite challenges, LASSE and members of other Student Services are still managing to capture this underrepresented student experience. Some students, however, felt discriminated against and reported their experiences to Deborah “D.” Brown, co-chair of LASSE. “Two students that I spoke with ended up dropping (their)
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This story is part four of the series about California’s water crisis. Read more about it on our website. There will never be enough water to satisfy California’s demands, even in good years. The current megadrought, exacerbated by climate change, has only worsened the problems. California’s water supports three main sectors — urban population, agriculture and environment. The urban population uses 11%, agriculture
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uses 42% and the environment uses 47%. Environmental water includes water in rivers, water required for maintaining habitat within streams, water that supports wetlands and water needed to maintain water quality for agricultural and urban use. As the largest farming companies continue to demand a large share of the state’s water, stakes couldn’t be higher for the environment. Competing interests take more and more fresh water out of the ecosystem, draining its rivers and groundwater. After the devastating drought ended in 2017, the Sacramento Bee reported then Gov. Jerry Brown’s warning, “But the
next drought could be around the corner. Conservation must remain a way of life.” In just four short years, sooner than many scientists expected, California faces another drought and a severe water crisis where some towns have seen their wells go almost completely dry. Any proposed solution to California’s many droughtrelated water problems must be part of a significant effort that includes better management of existing water supply, with rainwater harvesting, recycled water and changes to outdoor landscaping and farming. “It’s obviously a big, big problem and magic solutions
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Important dates: Finals Week is Dec. 10-16. The last day of the fall term is Dec. 16. Winter and Spring 2022 registration is now open Registration for winter began Nov. 8. Students can log in to MyPortal to check registration and deadline dates. The winter semester will begin Jan. 3 and it will end Feb. 10. Registration for spring 2022 began Dec. 6. The term will last from Feb. 14 to June 10. Have you filled out your FAFSA yet? Enrollment for the 20222023 academic school year is open. Take advantage of getting free money to pay for classes. Aid is limited, so be sure to submit applications by March 22. Deadlines vary by state, visit the FAFSA website at studentaid.gov/apply-for-aid/ fafsa/fafsa-deadlines to verify deadline dates. The Festival of Lights returns to Riverside The Mission Inn Hotel & Spa annual Festival of Lights will return to downtown Riverside on Nov. 29 and will run all throughout the holiday season. Participate in the RCC toy drive ASRCC will be sponsoring a toy drive for children registered with the Salvation Army. Donations are being accepted at The Salvation Army before Dec. 13, located at 3695 First St. in Riverside. Email any questions to deborah.hall@rcc.edu or lisa. schwartz@rcc.edu.
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classes because they were misgendered,” Brown said. “Even though they came out in that space as a trans woman or trans-femme-identified, they were often, in that course, referred as ‘he’ and not respected for their gender.” Similarly, Jennifer Shaw, Sexuality and Gender Acceptance Club (SAGA) representative and vice president, further explained students’ difficulties when experiencing harsher treatment from their faculty, staff or peers. Some nonbinary, transgender or gender nonconforming students who faced discrimination have difficulties reporting their experiences to the college. “It’s mostly pertaining to microaggressions, and that is harder to report,” Shaw said. “Their body language and how they act (toward) you — you can’t really report on that.” Despite challenges, one program strives to offer support toward this demographic of students through the understanding and support of allies. The Ally training program is offered at all three college campuses to educate staff, faculty and students on the issues of marginalized sexualities and identities. Andrea Dillon, LASSE and Ally program coordinator, emphasized the benefits of attending the training seminars. “As we gain more knowledge, the more we can pass it on to provide more resources than just talking to people,” Dillon said. “You can tell someone to have an inclusive environment all you want, but if you’re not providing resources on how to do so, you’re still doing (students) a disservice.” Some leadership from prominent backgrounds also recognized the importance of the training. “It’s one thing to be an advocate, but if you don’t have an understanding of the history and background, then it’s harder,” RCC President Gregory Anderson said. “Ultimately, if we can have more employees, classified professionals, faculty members and administrators who are seen as allies, it creates more of an inclusive environment here.” Ally training, however, is optional for staff, faculty and students, and students have mixed feelings on whether it should be mandatory for instructors. “I’m not sure about having (Ally training) be mandatory,” Jess Castillo, social media director of SAGA, said. “I think (instructors) should choose for themselves if they want to take part of this training program and learn (about) their students better.” For some, the lack of participants creates an environment of indifference.
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LGBTQ+ Association for Student Success and Equity (LASSE) members join hands in a circle. “There are certain types of professions where a level of understanding is necessary — a college staff or faculty member is one of them,” said a student who wished to remain anonymous. “This can be applied to any marginalized group. Colleges say they want to help (their) students, but you can’t help someone you don’t understand.” Making Ally training mandatory is a major district decision, according to Anderson. “Any decision like that has to be negotiated with the bargaining units that represent the employees — so, it’s a working condition that needs to be negotiated.” However, some recommend those who complete the training return in the future since the subject of LGBTQIA2+ issues are constantly evolving. “I encourage everyone to attend our knowledge training when they can,” Weyant-Forbes said. “But just attending it once — I don’t think it’s enough because needs and issues are evolving.” Having a reliable location — similar to an engagement center — is essential to ensure a welcoming environment for LGBTQIA2+ students. “I think having a permanent space would be really affirming, not only for LASSE but for students to actually have a space where they can go to know they’re going to be loved, cared for and supported,” Silva said. Another goal for LGBTQIA2+ students is greater access to mental health services. In 2016, The Jed Foundation, a nonprofit organization that advocates for mental health, conducted a national study among these overlooked college students. The California Community College (CCC) Chancellor’s office further researched the disparities that LGBTQIA2+ students face compared to their heterosexual counterparts.
The CCC discovered that LGBTQIA2+ students experience high rates of anxiety, depression, substance abuse, housing insecurity and attempted suicide. “I think we still have a lot of work to do in terms of having greater access to mental health care to physical health care,” Weyant-Forbes said. “We’re getting there — we’re doing some of the work on campus, but we still have a lot more left to do.” Representation is another key to achieving an ideal inclusive environment through the LASSE, Ally training and mentorship programs. “We’re slowly not a full representation, but we’re getting there, and a lot of it has to do with what we’re doing with queer, trans and ally of faculty, staff and students,” Robert Hyers, SAGA adviser, said. Inclusivity amongst faculty members is crucial, but it may not be enough in solving issues for students that continue to be unrepresented. “One of the amazing things about this group is that we do have a mix of folks that are here and have been involved and say, ‘we want to support you in any way we can,’” Brown said. “So I think we’re getting there, but hearing about the stories about those students (experiencing discrimination) — I can say those stories happen every semester is a sign we’re not there yet.” The right for inclusivity and representation for LGBTQIA2+ students is needed at RCCD to ensure that their voices are heard and recognized. “We’re still fending for ourselves a little bit — we’re still in our infancy, even though our community has been around forever, but I think we’re working toward it,” Dillon said. “As of right now, we’ve still got a lot of room to grow up. I don’t feel like
everything has been discussed; I don’t feel that all of our voices have been heard.” Vo i c e s a r e n o t f u l l y represented at RCC, but allies are dedicated to hearing the disparities that marginalized communities face. “I think it’s very clear to anybody who’s met me and met members of my administration team, and we’re committed to hearing that voice,” Anderson said. “And we’re committing to creating a welcoming, inclusive environment for all of our students.” Some students feel represented, but the same reality may not exist for others. “I’ve felt like our voices are being represented in some ways,” Castillo said. “I believe we now live in a time where people cannot deny us for existing — especially on school grounds — and it’s good that they’re listening to us somewhat. I cannot say for others, though, but that’s my personal take.” “I have felt nothing but welcomed by staff. I have pride pins that are visible and have not felt unsafe on campus,” said a student who wished to remain anonymous. “Of course, there’s always the possibility of other students not being that welcoming. It’s only in those situations where the college will show whether or not they’re actual allies.” LASSE and members of other student services strive to continue advocating for unrepresented students at RCC. “I believe that the administration and staff leadership is moving forward slowly, but they see us,” Sharice Fox, LASSE mentor program coordinator, said. “They see us because we’re loud, bold and colorful. So I do believe that we’re going to be supported, but with anything that’s worth having, there’s always a battle.”
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Recycled water is pumped into a water feature at a golf resort in Palm Desert. The Coachella Valley Water District recycles more than 2 billion gallons of waste water each year. Recycled water must meet strict water quality standards.
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of energy resources engineering at Stanford’s School of Earth, E n e rg y & E n v i r o n m e n t a l Sciences. The alliance and other advocates proposed investing $105 billion in existing US water infrastructure repairs and maintenance. The infrastructure bill President Joe Biden recently signed into law provides $55 billion to upgrade water infrastructure and another $50 billion to go toward making the system more resilient. “ Wi l l t h e i n v e s t m e n t help? Yes, it will help, but the investment is not the solution. We have to cut it back,” said Samuel Sandoval Solis, an expert in water resources planning and management at the UC Davis Center for Watershed Sciences. “This is not about bringing more water. If we bring more water, rest assured that water will be used. It’s about how can we use less water.” Nowhere near enough water has fallen on California in years, and there’s nothing anybody can do to make it rain, according to Scott Maloni, vice president at
Poseidon Water. “Can you really count on the Colorado River or Northern California to continue to supply the vast majority of the state’s population with water?” So, where else can California get water? One idea gaining traction is desalination (desal), the process of converting seawater into drinking water. While desal has long been constrained by steep costs, lengthy permitting processes and environmental concerns, some critics now say it merits a place in the state’s water portfolio. Susan Jordan with the California Coastal Protection Network is a longtime critic of desal. She says communities should first exhaust their other options. “If you’re going to do something like desal, you want to make sure you’re doing everything you can in terms of conservation and water reuse,” Jordan said. Water reuse, also commonly known as water recycling or water reclamation, reclaims water from various sources then treats and reuses it for beneficial purposes such as agriculture and irrigation, potable water supplies, groundwater replenishment, industrial processes and
environmental restoration. Water reuse can provide alternatives to existing water supplies and enhance water security, sustainability and resilience. Adopting sustainable practices to maximize the amount of water collected and minimize the amount lost to evaporation can help increase the effectiveness of reservoirs and canals. An analysis of the California Water Project’s efficiency conducted by the University of California, Davis found that installing solar panels to cover the 444-mile-long California Aqueduct could prevent the loss of 9,855 acre-feet of water per year that could be used for irrigation or even released as environmental flows. Just as technology has made monitoring water use in the home easier, technological innovation enables more efficient water use in agriculture. From smart water sensors on the ground to drones and satellites in the air, farmers can access better data faster and apply more targeted irrigation methods. Smart water sensors can monitor other variables, including pH level, salinity, and additional factors that impact crop health. On average, each Californian
uses 60 gallons of water every day. Where does all that water go? Approximately 28% is flushed, 23% for laundry, 19% for showers or baths, 15% through faucets, 3% for dishwashers and 12% through leaks. According to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, household leaks can waste more than 1 trillion gallons annually nationwide. That’s equal to the annual household water use of more than 11 million homes. The average household’s leaks can account for nearly 10,000 gallons of water wasted every year. Ten percent of homes have leaks that waste 90 gallons or more per day. Many changes can be made around the house to conserve water. If all Californians commit to using water efficiently, the combined result could reduce the state’s water consumption by up to 30%. By making conservation a way of life in California, the state can save water, minimize water waste, prepare for the uncertainties of climate change and minimize the harmful effects of drought. For an extensive list of watersaving tips, go to https://www. epa.gov/watersense/start-saving.
Water footprints for a variety of dishes on a holiday table: • Roasted 15-pound turkey with herb butter: 4330 gallons (of water) • Bowl of mashed potatoes with butter: 275 gallons • Green bean casserole with fried onions on top: 547 gallons • Dinner rolls (24): 585 gallons • Pecan pie: 1086 gallons • A glass of wine: 36 gallons • A glass of milk: 49 gallons Courtesy of the Water Footprint Calculator (waterfootprint.org)
This landscape waterfall and recirculating streams sit at the gate of the Desert Horizons Country Club along Highway 111 in Indian Wells. The water features on this property utilize grey water, recycled from on-site systems such as sinks, laundry or irrigation.
leave. Their objective was not to leave but they did want a fair price.” Most families in the communities were being targeted with scare tactics to force them to sell their homes. Of those tactics, community members were told that if they didn’t sell and leave, their homes would be condemned. Montalvo relates these scare tactics to landlords in current times that unreasonably threaten tenants facing eviction with calling law enforcement. The homeowners of Palo Verde, La Loma and Bishop were also promised that they would be granted a 2700-acre park by the Dodgers, which was never built because the Dodger corporation had the deal thrown out in court and kept that piece of land. He and Melissa Arechiga spoke of what reparations would look like to them and their families, even though their homes have already been destroyed. “When you look at the law, if you have in your possession stolen property, the law then and the law today makes you take that land back and give it to its rightful heirs,” Montalvo said. “It doesn’t matter who took the land, the principle purpose is that it was stolen.” Arechiga said in an interview with historian and activist Citlalli Citalmina Anahuac, that the first step in achieving any reparations would be public acknowledgment of what they and their families have gone through. “One of the things that we would like is a public apology from the city and County of Los Angeles, as well as the Dodgers’ corporation,” Arechiga said. “To acknowledge the wrong that they did to us and in the violent way they took the land from us, and inflicted trauma not just in our families but also the inherited trauma that a lot of us would inherit generations down.” She also said she’d like to see three community centers erected and named after Palo Verde, La Loma, and Bishop to serve as locations for those affected by the displacements to come together and support one another in honor of what the communities had once hoped their futures would look like. Activist, city commissioner and former regional field director for Bernie Sanders, Edin Enamorado, protested alongside three others at Dodger Stadium in September to bring awareness to the displaced communities. “It’s sad that it took this for a lot of folks to know the true history,” Enamorado said in an interview with Anahuac. “The families of these three communities have been doing this for the past 60 years, it’s just sad that it took this drastic measure for folks to be reminded and for some folks to catch wind of it for the first time ever and we’re going to continue the work and never stop believing.”
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Seji Gaerlan (middle) practices his section of the dance routine alongside the members of the Syde Project as they prepare for a dance competition.
Local IE dancers make community The Syde Project celebrates, shares passions DANIEL HERNANDEZ & DIEGO LOMELI MANAGING & PHOTO EDITOR
“Promiscuous” by Nelly Furtado blares from the speakers toward the front end of the dance studio signaling to the dancers of The Syde Project that it’s their queue to begin what is commonly known as a cypher: a freestyle dance jam where dancers form a circle and take turns in the center spotlight. As the circle takes shape and the rhythm takes over, one by one, the members of the group freestyle in the cypher’s center. Their crewmates cheer them on, celebrating each other and hyping up the next dancer in line. “ We u s u a l l y c y p h e r i n session before practices just to let out whatever energy we have,” Kevin Afable, the Syde Project’s cultural adviser, said. “It’s really just to set the tone for practice and just leave whatever you have as far as baggage on the dance floor.” The Syde Project, started by Seji Gaerlan in late 2018, is an Inland Empire based dance crew that frequently participates in music videos and dance competitions throughout Southern California. The group has grown exponentially in the past three years, becoming headliners of multiple dance competitions. It’s beginning, however, seemed to be almost an accident. After failing to create a team in 2017, Gaerlan would join Infuse Dance Crew. The director
of the team would recommend Gaerlan for a paid dancing gig — the catch being that it was a gig meant for a team. “I pretty much just lied to him and said, ya I got (a team),” Gaerlan said. “Literally right after I got that phone call I started hitting up a bunch of people from my old team.” After assembling a team of five or six of his friends for the gig, the team rehearsed the choreography and performed for the crowd at a country club event. “Even though we only got (paid) 20 bucks each, it’s something that sparked this little fire in me,” Gaerlan said. “(It) made me want to say I want to keep going forward.” The team, now in its sixth season, has a diverse cast of around 19 active members — both in culture and dance styles. Watching the team perform, one could easily come to the conclusion that the members of the Syde Project have fostered a tight-knit community. However, it wasn’t an instant connection between the team. In reality, it took a long time for the members to grow close with one another. “Back then we would have problems expressing ourselves at the Syde Project,” Darryl Santoso, the team’s co-captain said. “Everyone felt kind of distant, but as the years (went) by, everyone started getting comfortable with each other.” Now the team is closer than ever, which has allowed them to openly express themselves through the art they love the most.
“I feel like I would much rather be here than anywhere else,” Lisa Gonzalez, the team’s treasurer, said. What helped create this close bond was the one uniting factor that Gaerlan was looking for during auditions. “Each and every single one of them are underdog type people,” Gaerlan said. “A lot of them tried to audition to bigger teams, a lot of them tried to go into the industry … but they never really get picked and they would end up joining (the Syde Project) and then that’s when they find themselves.” This underdog mentality is a key part of their motivation and is an aura they wish to take to dance competitions in the future. With no formal competitions in the near future, the Syde Project is looking for different ways to challenge themselves. “Competitions have lost that competitive vibe,” Santoso said. “So that’s what we wanted to do is just bring a heavy, hard hitting ‘in your face’ set.” Which is why the Syde Project has been practicing a competitive dance piece for the last few months. Their set involves a combination of dance styles such as krump, hip-hop, house and anything else that conveys a cocky and fierce attitude with the goal of reigniting the competitive flame they believe their art has lost. “What I want is a side project to take over the IE,” Gaerlan said. “ If everyone thinks of this region at all they would say that is where the Syde project is from.”
Seji Gaerlan (left) and the members of the Syde Project practice the choreography of a dance routine the team has created for dance competitions.
After practicing a section of their dance routine, the Syde Project finishes the night by practicing the entire set.
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Drag performer Daisy Hollywood Williams lip syncs and dances through the Bradshaw Building cafeteria seating area for the SAGA drag show Nov. 18.
Cafeteria drag show makes a comeback Sexuality and Gender Acceptance Club brings awareness back to RCC ELAINA KLEVEN FEATURES EDITOR
Drag queens lip-synced and danced in beaded costumes around students in the cafeteria as iconic pop remixes blasted through the speakers. An abundance of support came from the audience, cheering at the extravagant costumes, laughing at their punchlines and expressing an overall enjoyment of the event. Hosted by the Sexuality And Gender Acceptance Club (SAGA), the drag show is an event held to help bring awareness to students that there is a safe LGTBQIA2+ space on campus for them. Anita Rose, the drag host of the show expressed gratitude for the support from her family, while acknowledging that not
everyone has that opportunity. “But for some people they don’t realize, they won’t say anything until later on in life,” Rose said. “I’ve been very fortunate to be around people who are completely OK and loving and accepting of people and everything they do.” Many in the LGBTQIA2+ community as well as supporters are aware of ongoing homophobia, and a safe space like SAGA provides an open door to those struggling, questioning or looking for support. Jennifer Shaw, the Vice President of the club noticed how students become more open in these spaces. “It’s a journey,” Shaw said. “You’ll see the progression of these students becoming their true selves over time and not hiding.”
Daisy Hollywood Williams death drops between the aisles in the Bradshaw Building cafeteria in front of students Nov. 18.
LEFT: Sabryna Williams gazes upon the crowd in the Bradshaw Building cafeteria. RIGHT: Scarlette Hawthorne gets laughs out of the crowd during the SAGA drag show.
Drag performer Chyna Nicole Wurdinger pauses during the drag show Nov. 18 to perform before a student in the Bradshaw Building cafeteria seating area.
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‘King Richard’ serves it raw From the streets of Compton to the courts of Wimbledon ISABEL WHITSETT STAFF REPORTER
“King Richard” is inspiring and heartfelt, telling the story of a father and coach who won’t stop until his daughters achieve their maximum potential. With a never-say-die attitude instilled in these two prodigies from a young age, Richard Williams knew what he was doing in order to condition his daughters into believing anything is possible through hardwork and dedication. The most world renowned sister-duo to ever pick up a racquet, Venus and Serena Williams, take to the big screen in a film that is almost an exact replica of their young lives. Three time Golden Globe nominee and two time NAACP Image Award winner, Will Smith, brings 2021 to a close with the best sports drama of the year. Smith, yet again, shows mastery of his craft through his portrayal of Williams with such epitome, down to his mannerisms and Compton accent. If you’ve ever watched an interview of Williams, you’d know how spot on Smith is. Or, you can wait until the end of the movie to see actual clips of the outstanding duo and their father to see for yourself. The flamboyant attitude of their outspoken father and coach is the star of the movie. With his way of getting things done and the motivational words he gives his daughters, there’s no wonder why the tennis sister-duo succeeded when they did and
became the best, most humble in the game. It’s clear to see just how much heart and soul Smith put into his character for this film. He takes on genuine vulnerability in order to get his character to who it needs to be — an overprotective father who only wants what’s best for his daughters as he tries to shield them from the deadly grips of stardom. The casting for this movie is spot on. Director Reinaldo Marcus Green made sure the resemblance was uncanny, harnessing the heartwarming and endearing personalities of the tennis stars through actresses Saniyya Sidney (Venus Williams) and Demi Singleton (Serena Williams). Their characters prove themselves on and off the tennis court with such grace, style and composure. The unique perspective this movie takes on is different from any other sports drama. Usually, the point of view is seen through the actual sports players. I think this way of doing it is genius because it highlights how important a support system is. The raw emotions portrayed reel you in and make you feel as if you’re right alongside these young prodigies and their dad on their journey to athletic fame. T h e i r m o t h e r, B r a n d i Williams (Aunjanue Ellis) is also given credit for some coaching credibility in the young athletes. Even though all odds were stacked against them, the Williams sisters succeeded honorably with the help of their dad and his overprotective,
confident attitude, hence the title “King Richard.” This uplifting tale of two Compton girls and their father’s plan to take them to the next level as they go from the streets
of Compton to the courts of Wimbledon will have you on the edge of your seat, as if you don’t already know the outcome of these famous tennis stars.
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Scott’s film is pretentious by design Mirror, mirror on the wall, who’s the richest Gucci of them all? WILLIAM L.G. STEPHENS A&E EDITOR
The characters in “House of Gucci” all have one thing in common: they are all playing chess. They just don’t realize they are actually pawns. Now I’m not saying she’s a gold digger ... but Patrizia Reggiani (Lady Gaga), knew Maurizio was a Gucci heir. Only it wasn’t his money that Patrizia was attracted to, it was his brand name. In the beginning, Maurizio Gucci (Adam Driver), is about as humble as you can be in a thousand-dollar suit. He hasn’t acquired that taste for greed yet, not like his family has anyways. After being disowned by his father for wanting to marry
a woman who couldn’t match the commas in his bank account, Maurizio and his newly wedded bride Patrizia, are enticed back into the family business by his uncle, Aldo (Al Pacino). Eventually disagreements arise and Aldo is quick to remind Maurizio and Patrizia that they’d still be “shoveling s—t” if it wasn’t for him. This is a family that feels the constant need to remind each other how many leagues below them the other one is. Paolo Gucci (Jared Leto) is the target of much of that demoralization. Paolo desperately seeks praise from the family in a performance that ranges between borderline parody and Oscar gold. That borderline just about sums up how “House of Gucci” made me feel throughout its
1 5 8 - m i n u t e r u n t i m e . I t ’s difficult to sympathize with the rich fighting over which one of them is, well, the richest. Eventually this game of chess turns into a game of musical chairs. One that results in a ripple effect of lies and deception. As the game goes on, less seats remain available until Patrizia has manipulated her husband’s way to the head of the table. Of course, this all happens right around the time Maurizio has plans of a future that doesn’t involve being with Patrizia. The way Patrizia sees it, if she can’t have Maurizio, then no one can. Much has been said about Ridley Scott taking liberties with the real-life events of the Gucci story. If you didn’t know by now that’s what Hollywood does, well now you know.
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It will behoove you to not go into “House of Gucci” expecting a history lesson on fashion, as you will not be satisfied once it’s over. Beneath all the layers of designer clothing and penthouses, the filthy-rich still have poor-family issues, and
that is exactly the point Ridley Scott’s “House of Gucci” is trying to get across. Make no mistake about it, this is a film that is as pretentious as the people it’s based upon. If you can get past all that, you might start to ask yourself, is it pretentious by design?
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OPINIONS
December 9, 2021
Justice prevails, it’s bittersweet Arbery’s trial convictions expose harsh reality in America
DAESHA GEAR OPINIONS EDITOR
Ahmaud Arbery’s murder ended with bittersweet justice as the three men responsible for his death were found guilty Nov. 24, but it’s still not enough. A lot of work needs to be done in this country. At first, Arbery’s death was unknown to the entire world, which raises concerns. He was murdered on Feb. 23, 2020, and his killing didn’t receive attention immediately. It was not until the protests and riots for George Floyd, Breonna Taylor, Elijah McClain and others acknowledged Arbery’s murder due to a video that broadcasted his murder began to resurface. Because Arbery’s murder visibly started to gain recognition, millions of Americans cried for justice for the lives of so many minorities profiled and wrongfully killed in the most horrific way due to the color of their skin.
Arbery’s murder finally receiving acknowledgment in spring 2020 when Travis and Greg McMichael, accompanied by William “Roddie” Bryan, killed him in February is nothing but unfortunate. It seemed, at first, that Georgia’s Brunswick Police Department was lackadaisical to the video that captured Arbery’s murder, and that’s an issue. It took 10 weeks for the Brunswick Police Department to give Arbery’s family and supporters a sense of hope that justice could be considered for another Black victim killed in malice, anger and fear. What would help deliver that justice for Arbery and his family was the video that showcased his unsettling last moments, fighting for his life. The entire nation knows what transpired after. Without Bryan filming Arbery’s altercation with the McMichaels, the world would be oblivious to what actually happened. Instead, possibly, the only sources of information available to the public would have been from the McMichaels, Bryan and the media orchestrating a series of events that never occurred — which is a shame. The fact that we have to rely on Arbery’s murder video to decipher and decide what happened on Feb. 23 exposes how far behind the United States is. Likely, Arbery would not have received justice for his death, and his three assailants would have been acquitted if the
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crime wasn’t recorded. If there were no outcry from the country, demanding justice for him and retribution for his killers, Arbery’s death would have been entirely dismissed and swept under the rug. However, despite clear proof that McMichaels and Bryan were the aggressors during the attack, the defense still managed to portray Arbery as a man who was up to no good. Consequently, Arbery’s death was expected for being in a neighborhood he didn’t belong to, according to the defense. “Turning Ahmaud Arbery into a victim after the choices that he made does not reflect the reality of what brought Ahmaud Arbery to Satilla Shores in his khaki shorts with no socks to cover his long, dirty toenails,” Laura Hogue, George McMichael’s lawyer, said to jurors. Slandering Arbery’s name was nothing but a disrespectful tactic the defense used to blame the victim for his death and claim
it as self-defense — another issue prevalent in the United States. It was not self-defense when the McMichaels and Bryan pursued Arbery in their trucks. They were the aggressor who provoked the attack, not Arbery. Still, the defense continuously downplayed the incriminating video that counterattacked their argument. And if Bryan did not film Arbery’s death, the defense’s self-defense argument would have sufficed well to acquit all three men. Arbery receiving justice is bittersweet as it serves as a reminder to Americans and the world that racism and xenophobia is prevalent in the United States, and it’s alarming how much destruction it brings to society. Four lives were lost, and the brutal death of one of the four is broadcasted to millions worldwide, and for what reason? For jogging as a Black man in America.
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New variant calls for caution this holiday
KELSEY OLARTE COPY EDITOR
Although the discovery of the Omicron variant has made me question if this holiday season will be a superspreader event, celebrating the holidays safely is plausible and achievable with the right precautions. We can still practice our festivities and traditions if we remain infowrmed and cautious. The surge of fully vaccinated individuals, endorsement of booster shots and holiday tips from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) have made it easier to safely celebrate the holidays with loved ones beyond the four walls of our rooms — but is this enough? The United States has endured multiple waves of the coronavirus. Numerous restrictions have been mandated and lifted to accommodate our daily life, such as allowing outdoor gatherings and only
requiring masks for those not fully vaccinated within specific locations. For the most part, those vaccinated are finding themselves returning to a nearly synonymous life before the pandemic. Concerns about spreading the virus are gradually being alleviated as more individuals are getting vaccinated. However, December and January will be the first time people will celebrate holidays that will not involve quarantining. It is only fair that there is skepticism in the face of something as new and fragile as returning to normalcy when celebrating the holidays. The CDC has not released a statement discouraging individuals from celebrating the holidays altogether but instead has published tips on guaranteeing a safer holiday season. It will generally still be safe to celebrate the holidays with close family and friends if the necessary precautions have been taken. However, it is imperative to remember that although the chances of spreading COVID-19 among the vaccinated have decreased, it is still far from zero. With the amount of research and a small number of cases throughout the country, the Omicron variant is still considered a “variant of concern.” It is not a direct threat to those who plan to celebrate the holidays and interact with various people. However, amidst concerns, individuals should remain compliant with the suggestions
of the CDC to ensure the safety of their family or friends. The CDC recommends people practice safe outdoor gatherings, wear masks in indoor settings with substantial chances for high transmission and avoid crowds altogether if you have any symptoms. In terms of travel, the CDC highly recommends individuals to be fully vaccinated before traveling. If an individual cannot be vaccinated and must travel, the CDC has created an exclusive set of guidelines for domestic and international travel. However, I highly recommend that if you are traveling to see relatives or friends, even if it is just a small road trip, get tested before and after your trip to ensure your safety and everyone else who has come into contact with you. Despite discovering the Omicron variant, people can still continue the celebrations and traditions that were lost during the height of the pandemic last year, but only if they proceed with the utmost precaution and display a cooperative attitude maintaining protocols advised by the CDC. It may be enjoyable to leisurely visit loved ones without checking vaccination status or ditch the masks for the plethora of family photos, but we should remember that safety should be our ultimate priority during this holiday season to guarantee celebratory traditions and days of normalcy in the future.
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December 9, 2021
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What we expect from district spring term New coronavirus strain means more safety guidelines Returning to campus during the latter half of a once-in-a-century pandemic has not been easy, but the Riverside Community College District has managed to pull it off without any major incidents. Despite the last-minute approval of a districtwide vaccine and mask mandate and the hiccups in communication between administration and students, the fall semester has proven that the regulations implemented to ensure safety have been the most effective format to minimize risk at a district that serves over 20,000 students. We believe that RCCD should continue to enforce the mandates throughout the spring 2022 semester as well as continue to improve the strategies behind safely returning to campus. With the discovery of the Omicron variant, it is more important than ever that the district does not ease up on the mandates in place. Under RCCD’s current plans, the second dose of the PfizerBioNTech or Moderna vaccine must be received before Jan. 30, 2022 or two weeks prior to the start of the spring term. However, the college should also strongly
consider implementing a mandate for the booster shot. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and the Food and Drug Administration have expanded booster shot eligibility to all adults. This was a pivotal step to ensuring that the public continues to protect themselves and their loved ones as more variants, such as the Omicron variant, appear. RCCD’s fall vaccine mandate required that all students had until Sept. 30 — and later until Oct. 14 due to many misunderstanding details around the deadline — to receive their second shot of either the Pfizer-BioNTech or Moderna vaccine. According to the CDC’s press release about booster shot eligibility, a person should receive their booster six months after receiving the initial series. This means that all students who received either the Pfizer-BioNTech or Moderna vaccine during the fall semester would reach that six-month threshold by March 2022. Suppose the district wants to continue in-person
operations and avoid break-through cases. In that case, RCCD must seriously consider implementing a booster requirement for the students and faculty who returned to on-campus education during the fall semester. We also believe that the district should use the winter session to work with the administration, faculty and classified staff to improve communication throughout the campus. The college should attempt to provide weekly COVID-19 updates either in an email or live briefings. Increasing communication and transparency about all things COVID are vital to ensuring continued safety on campus and growing trust between the public and district. The fall semester was a successful test run for showcasing that mask and vaccine mandates could minimize the risk of outbreaks on campus. As the district prepares for the spring semester, we hope that the lessons learned from this year could serve as a jumping point to an even more successful and safe future.
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SPORTS
December 9, 2021
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SPORTS BRIEFS Women’s Basketball RCC lost to East Los Angeles 64-47. Their next home game will be against El Camino College on Dec. 17 at 7 p.m. Tigers Football The RCC football team beat Golden West 27-23 Dec. 4. Their next game will be Dec. 11 at 1 p.m. against City College of San Francisco at Mt. San Antonio College. Men’s Basketball
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QB Jordan Barton (15) rushes for 23 yards to score the opening touchdown in the 41-21 victory over Ventura in the SCFA semi-final playoff Nov. 27 at Ventura College.
Tigers cruise to SCFA finals JAIR RAMIREZ ASST. SPORTS EDITOR
The Riverside City College football team is one step closer to becoming the Southern California Football Association champions after defeating the top ranked Ventura College Pirates 41-21. It is RCC’s fifth consecutive season reaching the Southern California title game. With this, the Tigers will have rebounded from losing two consecutive mid-season games to defending their state title. Ventura never regained
momentum after two turnovers on its first two possessions. RCC capitalized on them to take a quick 14-0 lead over the undefeated Pirates. The Tigers’ defense brought intensity and energy they lacked earlier in the season. “We played pretty much a flawless game, our defense played great, our offense was great tonight, special teams was good, solid,” RCC coach Tom Craft said. “We didn’t beat ourselves with penalties, we played a smart football game.” The Tigers started fast on offense due to freshman quarterback Jordan Barton’s
scrambling ability, as he ran for a 23-yard touchdown. RCC forced a fumble on Ventura’s next drive. This led to a Barton 80-yard pass to freshman wide receiver Marquis Ashley, setting the tone for the rest of the game. “I think it was important for us to get off to a good start and not let that team get ahead,” Craft said. “That was one of the priorities for us.” Any hopes Ventura had were dashed toward the end of the second quarter after a Carlton Johnson 75-yard pick six. The Tigers took a 24 point lead into halftime.
“If we bring it like that every game from here on out we can control our destiny,” Johnson said. “We had a great game plan coming in and all we had to do was execute it and we did.” RCC cruised in the third quarter and took a 41-7 lead into the final quarter. Ventura made the game look more respectable with two fourth quarter touchdowns. The Tigers can avenge their midseason loss to Golden West while punching their ticket to the state championship Dec. 4 at noon in Huntington Beach. “This is going to be a tough team to deal with,” Craft said.
Fall semester athletics roundup MYA CASTRO STAFF REPORTER
After over a year off due to the pandemic, the Riverside City College Athletic program faced and defeated tough teams all throughout the fall 2021 season. The crowd went wild Dec. 4 as the RCC men’s football team beat the Golden West College Rustlers 27-23. Defensive Player of the Year Noa Purcell put an end to the Rustlers playoff run with a game-winning tackle on the 1-yard line. The Tigers are now two-time Southern California Football Association Champions with a 10-2 overall record. The team is aiming for one more win as they get ready to compete in the State Championship game against City College of San Francisco on Dec. 11. With a season record of 16-10, the RCC women’s water polo team placed second in the Orange Empire Conference (OEC). Players Lauren Nelson and Amber Neilson were awarded First Team All Conference for their impact on the team. Nelson had a total of 50 goals this season
while Neilson scored a total of 65, the highest on the team. Teammate Lauren Loffelmacher also made meaningful contributions toward the team and was awarded Second Team All Conference with a total of 39 goals. The men’s water polo team also worked hard in the water, earning third place in the OEC with a record of 11-16. Key playmaker Louis Grandi, a French foreign exchange student, was awarded First Team All Conference, All American and All Southern-California. Tommy Dempsey was awarded Second Team All conference and All Southern-California. The team worked hard this season to make it to the Southern Regional Quarterfinals along with the women’s team. The men and women’s cross country teams ended their season with high placings at the California Community College Athletic Association (CCCAA) State Championships at Fresno’s famous Woodward Park. The women’s team earned a spot on the podium coming in at third place with lead runner and OEC Female Runner of the Year Briana Rodriguez who led the way for her team finishing at 14th place. Helena Valdez and
Elani Huntley, recipients of the First Team All Conference award, came in at 23rd and 24th place, respectively. The men’s team fell short of the podium and came in at fourth place in the State Championships. OEC Male Runner of the Year Abel Ramos finished in seventh and following him was Mario Tavares at 10th and Gavyn Condit coming in at 23rd. Both teams earned spots on the podium five times this season and kept it together all the way to the State Championships earning a higher placing than the year before. The women’s volleyball team ended their season with an overall record of 7-16. Freshman outside hitter Maggie Aburto earned OEC First Team All Conference while teammate Keeley Hober was awarded Second Team All Conference. Aburto was a key player for the team, earning multiple career highs throughout the season and averaging 3.31 kills per set with 222 kills overall. Hober was equally as pivotal on the defensive front, earning at least one block per set with a season total of 86 blocks. Daniel Hernandez contributed to this article
T h e R C C m e n ’s basketball team lost to Long Beach City College 61-5 Nov. 27. Their next game will be against Copper Mountain in the RCC Tournament Dec. 8 at 7 p.m. Women’s Volleyball RCC women’s volleyball finished their season strong with two OEC All Conference honorees. Maggie Aburto First Te a m h o n o r e e a n d Keeley Hober, Second Team honoree. Men’s Water polo RCC men’s water polo ends their season with two OEC All Conference honorees. Louis Grandi, F i r s t Te a m h o n o r e e and Tommy Dempsey, Second Team honoree.
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December 9, 2021
PHOTOS BY BRIAN CALDERON
Rustlers defensive back Elias Hernandez (6) attempts to track down Tigers wide receiver Juwan Tucker (4) during the third quarter of the 27-23 victory against Golden West in the SCFA Championship game.
The catch, the tackle, the title JAIR RAMIREZ ASST. SPORTS EDITOR
A clutch catch and a clutch tackle by two season-long clutch players proved to be the deciding factor in Riverside City College’s dramatic bid to repeat as Southern California Football Association (SCFA) champions against Golden West. It had been a back-and-forth game until RCC quarterback Jordan Barton completed a 79yard pass for a touchdown to sophomore wide receiver Jammal Houston. Then, late in the fourth quarter, Barton and Houston connected on a 36-yard catch on a critical third down and reached the Golden West 14-yard line, setting up a field goal and seemingly putting the game out of reach after a missed PAT by the Rustlers. “My team needed a big play and got one out of me,” Houston said. With just over a minute left, all RCC had to do was recover the onside kick and run out the clock. They did not. After a quick succession of plays, Golden West was on RCC’s 15-yard line with five seconds left. Jake Retzlaff completed a pass to wide receiver Nick Kennewell but SCFA Central Defensive Player of the Year Noa Purcell stood him up on the one yard line as time expired. “I had to execute and it felt great,” Purcell said. Two clutch plays by two clutch players after a first-half offensive stalemate. RCC and Golden West played it safe in the first half, trying to figure each other out. “We did a great job of matching their intensity on
defense,” RCC coach Tom Craft said. Both of the team’s offensive plays consisted of short, quick passes and inside runs. The game’s first score came off a Golden West 39-yard field goal by kicker Jake Cipres early in the second quarter. Freshman kicker Ricardo Chavez returned the favor, tying the game 3-3 with a 51-yard field goal in the closing seconds of the second quarter. The Tigers’ offense finally got rolling when Barton completed a 29-yard touchdown pass to freshman wide receiver Devvin Gitchuway midway through the third quarter to take a 10-3 lead. “Jordan wasn’t seeing things early in the game,” Craft said. “Then he started to relax and got more aggressive with the passing game.” The Rustlers responded and the back and forth continued with both offenses hitting their stride. They almost pulled within a field goal but missed what would be an important extra point kick making it 27-23 and leading to Purcell’s defensive stop. RCC avenged the 37-20 defeat to Golden West earlier this season. It was the first of two consecutive losses which had not happened in the Craft era. RCC has now won eight straight games. “This was the biggest game we were going to play all season and we got our revenge,” Barton said. Barton won the Most Valuable Player of the game award and Houston was named best offensive player. RCC will play in the California Community College Athletic Association State Championship at Mount San Antonio College on Dec. 11 against City College of San Francisco.
Tiger’s quarterback Jordan Barton (15) receives the Most Valuable Player award for his performance in the 27-23 win over Golden West in the SCFA Championship game.
The Tigers’ defensive backs Carlton Johnson (1), Jalen Carter (7), and Demarco Moorer (12) make the tackle on Golden West’s wide receiver Tanner Branson (1) in the Rustler’s third quarter drive in the SCFA Championship game.
Defensive back Kylen Ross (24) looks down at wide receiver Golden West Torrance Wiseman (14) during the Tigers’ 27-23 victory over Golden West in the SCFA Championship game at Golden West Stadium on Dec. 4.
