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Will labor win again in Oakland’s mayoral election?
Barbara Lee’s critics claim she will be beholden to city unions that are spending big to get her elected. Unions say their ...
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They recalled Oakland’s mayor. Who are they backing now?
A network of people organized, funded, and campaigned for Sheng Thao’s removal. With some exceptions, they want Loren Taylor ...
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Photos: Oakland Roots electrify over 26,000 fans at Coliseum home opener
It’s awesome for the Roots to bring the vibes back to the Coliseum,” said Jorge Ixta, a Roots fan since the team started in ...
Oakland’s mayoral candidates still trying to get out of Sheng Thao’s shadow
Barbara Lee and Loren Taylor’s backers have tried to paint the other as a continuation of Thao’s administration.
Editorial: As Oakland finances teeter, elect Barbara Lee for mayor, Charlene Wang for council
Under Mayor Libby Schaaf, who took office in 2015, Oakland added more than 500 city employees, a 13% increase it could not ...
Progressive icon Barbara Lee wants to be mayor of an Oakland marked by crime and homeless
Voters who recalled their mayor in November over crime, homelessness and allegations of corruption are weighing whether to ...
Progressive icon Barbara Lee wants to be mayor of an Oakland marked by crime and homelessness
Voters in Oakland, California, recalled their mayor in November over crime, homelessness and allegations of corruption.