politics Archives - Oakland Voices

Women lawmakers focus on families, and economic and social equity in package of bills

April 25, 2026 California Black Media

“Women in this legislature and across this state are the ones who hold things together,” Assemblymember Mia Bonta said.

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‘California needs a Governor who listens and leads’: An Interview with Tony Thurmond

April 24, 2026 California Black Media

“People can’t afford to pay for anything and they’re going to be driven out of state”

‘Working people pay the price’: An interview with Matt Mahan

April 7, 2026 California Black Media

San Jose Mayor Matt Mahan wants to be California’s next Governor.

Expanding Opportunity for Californians: An Interview with Betty Yee

March 31, 2026 California Black Media

San Francisco’s Betty Yee is running for California Governor

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Black women back Kamala Harris for President, criticize Black men for lack of support

September 6, 2024 Kwajo Opoku Ware

Black women voters are strongly supporting Vice President Kamala Harris’ presidential bid, and criticizing Black men who do not share their enthusiasm for her candidacy.

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Supporters of Alameda County District Attorney Pamela Price Hold Rally in Oakland

May 2, 2023 Howard Dyckoff

With over 150 supporters on the steps of the Alameda Courthouse in Oakland, embattled District Attorney Pamela Price answered critics who are organizing a recall campaign. At the rally, Price detailed her challenges and reforms

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Rep. Barbara Lee Kicks off Senate Campaign at Laney College Event Saturday

February 28, 2023 Oakland Voices

Congresswoman Barbara Lee, who represents Oakland in the U.S. House of Representatives, launched her bid for the senate seat this Saturday. The celebratory event took place at Laney College in Oakland, with supporters including Oakland

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New Barbara Lee Documentary Required Viewing for Oaklanders

August 13, 2021 Kat Ferreira

The documentary film about Congresswoman Barbara Lee debuted at Oakland’s Grand Lake Theatre last week.