We don’t make endorsements. But we do round-up guides that help voters understand the candidates and issues.
Category: City Hall & Policing
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Misconduct charges against Sheng Thao amplified by a blogger paid by an opponent
Zennie Abraham released a video with a former staffer’s allegations. He didn’t mention his work for another mayoral candidate—and the coal terminal plan they support.
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Map: Early voting centers in Alameda County
There will be 100 voting centers open in Alameda County with 20 opening on Oct. 29.
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Oakland is giving small grants to support healing for those injured by violence
The Department of Violence Prevention “mini-grants” are for small nonprofits and individuals leading community healing initiatives. The deadline to apply is Nov. 3.
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Oakland’s election is heating up: Big spending by PACs, strategic alliances, and tweet backlash
A Kanye comment lands a candidate in hot water. Astonishing spending from unions and coal terminal developers. And more twists and turns.
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Analysis: Oakland mayor’s race is all about public safety
Feelings—and misperceptions—about the size of Oakland’s police budget since the “defund” movement are likely to shape this election.
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Oakland Measure Y: Parcel tax would support Oakland Zoo
The 20-year, $68 property tax will fund the zoo’s many programs, but not all Oakland residents support it.
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Mayor Libby Schaaf strikes hopeful note in final state of the city speech
Despite rising violence, homelessness, and mass discontent, Schaaf told supporters the city is stronger after her 8 years in office.
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How ranked-choice voting works in Oakland elections
You don’t have to settle for 1 candidate for mayor, school board, and more. You can pick up to 5 through the city’s instant runoff process.
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East Oakland police chase leaves a bystander dead
Oakland police say a man wanted for brandishing a gun fled officers this morning, setting off a deadly chase.
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Oakland mayor’s race: an interview with candidate Tyron Jordan
The paralegal and Army veteran wants to fund more rental and mortgage assistance and staff up the public works department to fix roads.
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Meet the 2 candidates running for the AC Transit board’s at-large seat
Incumbent Joel Young and challenger Alfred Twu have diverging views on mask mandates, Line 80 and the bus agency’s financial challenges.
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Oakland mayor’s race: an interview with candidate John Reimann
Reimann is a socialist who believes lasting change can only be achieved if it’s supported by grassroots movement-building.
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Oakland mayor’s race: an interview with candidate Allyssa Victory
The civil rights attorney said she will make sure Oakland builds more affordable housing, repairs busted roads, and invests in violence prevention.
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Oakland Chamber of Commerce wants City Hall reopened and more police and security patrols downtown
Business groups aren’t satisfied with the city’s current efforts to reduce crime and bring pre-pandemic vibrancy back to downtown.
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Oakland mayor’s race: an interview with candidate Treva Reid
The District 7 councilmember wants to build stronger partnerships with county, state, and federal governments and with private industry to tackle Oakland’s biggest problems.
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Oakland mayor’s race: an interview with candidate Sheng Thao
The District 4 councilmember said she understands the budget better than any other candidate and will invest in affordable housing and violence prevention.
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Oakland mayor’s race: an interview with candidate Ignacio De La Fuente
The former councilmember is coming out of political retirement to run because he feels Oakland’s officials are failing to keep residents and businesses safe.
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Election 2022: Meet the Oakland City Council candidates for District 4
Nenna Joiner and Janani Ramachandran share their approach to fire safety, the housing crisis, and public safety.
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Oakland mayor’s race: an interview with candidate Loren Taylor
Taylor, who is giving up his D6 Council seat to run for mayor, said he’ll continue the reimagining public safety process and establish a City Hall East.