Talk of the Town: What do you love about being in Oakland?

June 6, 2020 Brandy Collins
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Oakland Voices correspondent Brandy Collins asked residents, What do you love most about being in Oakland?

“The Oakland I fell in love with was relational. I’m always looking for connectivity and getting to know people. We seem to be losing that.”

“I appreciate how many people are invested in their community. There are so many individuals who come together to challenge the status quo and make movements happen.” – Angela Badami-Knight

“The Oakland I fell in love with was relational. I’m always looking for connectivity and getting to know people. We seem to be losing that.”

“The Oakland I fell in love with was relational. I’m always looking for connectivity and getting to know people. We seem to be losing that.” – Mirella Rangel

“The trees are my favorite. I love how green it is. It’s very rich and lush looking. And I look good against it.”

“The trees are my favorite. I love how green it is. It’s very rich and lush looking. And I look good against it.” – Roy Martinez

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Brandy Collins a former Oakland Voices contributor.

She is a writer and public services advocate born and raised in the Bay Area. Collins graduated from the 2019 class.

She is a blogger, and the funny one in numerous group chats. She is concerned with civic engagement and leadership development toward making public works more efficient for the people. Brandy is full of Scorpio magic and self-proclaimed Professional Aunty.

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Brandy Collins a former Oakland Voices contributor. She is a writer and public services advocate born and raised in the Bay Area. Collins graduated from the 2019 class. She is a blogger, and the funny one in numerous group chats. She is concerned with civic engagement and leadership development toward making public works more efficient for the people. Brandy is full of Scorpio magic and self-proclaimed Professional Aunty.

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