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Author Archives: Saa’un P. Bell

Saa’un Bell is a Philippine-born, first-generation Black Californian by way of Greenville, Alabama. She grew up in East Long Beach and has lived in Oakland for the last 10 years. She is an organizer, writer, creator, and a novice hatmaker.

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Measure S1: Should Oakland have a stronger Police Commission?

Natalie Orenstein headshot by Saa’un P. Bell, Natalie Orenstein and Lauren Richardson October 26, 2020October 30, 2020

This local ballot initiative would fund a new staff position for the commission, among other changes. Our video explainer provides the details.

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‘Breonna Taylor wasn’t me, but she could have been’

by Saa’un P. Bell and Brandy Collins September 24, 2020November 7, 2022

Two correspondents from our friends at Oakland Voices share their insights on the Breonna Taylor decision.

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