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California Black civil-rights leaders defend voting rights

Civil rights advocates say temporary court victories have not ended threats to mail voting.

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WATCH: Brotherhood of Elders launches election video series
California voters approve Prop 50 redistricting plan

Prop 50 redraws California’s political map.

Proposition 50 and the battle over California’s political maps

California voters decide on Nov. 4 who will draw election boundaries until 2031.

Lateefah Simon sworn into Congress

Barbara Lee passed the baton as Lateefah Simon sworn-in on a Bible and a Quran.

Oakland’s interim mayor offers stability after recall election

Interim Mayor Kevin Jenkins hopes to bring stability to City Hall while still supporting District 6 residents.

Opinion: East Bay voters oust progressives over crime, housing 

East Bay voters are frustrated with crime and housing inequality. The recalls of Pamela Price and Sheng Thao signal a conservative political shift.

Oakland voters doubt elections bring change
An interview with Jovanka Beckles, candidate for State Senate District 7

Jovanka Beckles is currently on the AC Transit Board of Directors. She's running for State Senate District 7, which includes Oakland.

Keith Carson announces retirement after 30 years from Board of Supervisors

Alameda County Supervisor Keith Carson announces retirement. Nine candidates seek to replace him on Alameda County Board of Supervisors