Matt is the climate analyst for CEPR. He holds an MA in sociology from George Mason University; a BA in communications and a minor in political science from the University of California, Fullerton; and certifications in data journalism and data science from the European Journalism Centre and Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health, respectively. He’s authored opinion pieces for the Los Angeles Times and The Hill and has been interviewed by various California radio stations, such as KPCC and KWMR, on climate and housing issues.
Matt also hosts a podcast called Sociology Ruins Everything.
Before working with CEPR, Matt worked as a web communications specialist for SEIU-UHW in California and at various news organizations.
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Trump’s Disaster Preparedness Order Sets Stage for Federal Withdrawal
The Trump administration is planning to radically cut FEMA. Will they leave communities to fend for themselves after major disasters?
DOGE Attack on National Park Service Targets American Culture and the Environment
Elon Musk’s attacks on the National Park Service highlights the Trump Administration’s disdain for preserving our country’s history, culture, and environment.
EPA’s Action on Endangerment Finding is a Blow to Climate Action
A new Trump administration ‘review’ of a key environmental rule is a gift to polluters and fossil fuel companies.
Trump’s Idea to ‘Free Up Our Forests’ Will Threaten Public Lands
A recent Trump executive order seeks to boost timber production — part of a broader push to further privatize our public lands for private gain.
As Wildfires Rage On, Federal Investment in Fire Protection Declines
The DOGE ‘chainsaw’ is cutting jobs at the very agencies we need to prevent wildfires and manage our forests.
Not a Good Neighbor? State Farm Vs. California
Insurance giant State Farm has been canceling plans and demanding steep rate hikes. A state grappling with wildfires and climate chaos needs collaboration between communities, policymakers, and insurers.
Will Trump’s FEMA Review Force States to Take on More Disaster Relief?
Discover key insights from the Trump FEMA review and how it impacts disaster response strategies across the nation.
As Los Angeles Burns, Trump Plans to Shift Disaster Burden to States
Find out how Trump’s administration is working to reduce federal disaster aid and mitigation funding for areas with climate hazards in the US.
Climate Policy and Disaster Management in the Age of Trump
Learn about the climate policies pursued by the Trump administration and their implications for the environment, including the dismantling of regulations and the push for fossil fuel exploration.
Federal Support for Community-Driven Relocation: Progress and Possibilities
Explore the concept of community-driven relocation and its significance in climate-driven disaster areas. Learn how it differs from managed retreat and its potential impact on at-risk communities.
