Archive for April, 2010

Why the gang injunction is bad for Oakland

04/30/2010 | By Roseann Torres

No doubt … Oakland’s new gang injunction is bad for the city, primarily because it will hold certain residents to a different standard of proof for criminal behavior.

Debate outlines issues behind Oakland teachers’ strike

04/30/2010 | By Aimee Allison



What are the key issues that led to the Oakland teachers’ strike – and where do we go from here? This debate between teachers’ union president and district spokesperson makes it clear..

Listen here.

Congratulations to Oakland’s Leadership Award winners

04/29/2010 | By Aimee Allison

Congratulations to Oakland leaders recognized by the Irvine Foundation in their innovative approaches to addressing foster care and clean energy.

Oakland teachers strike today

04/29/2010 | By Betty Olson-Jones

Community members are invited to join teachers on our picket lines (at all school sites) from 6 to 11 a.m. today as well as a rally at Frank Ogawa Plaza from noon to 2 p.m.

Boycott Arizona? A consumer guide

04/27/2010 | By Joel Tena

In the wake of Arizona’s adoption of draconian immigration laws, many are calling for a boycott. Here’s a consumer guide with a list of companies based in Arizona.

Attrition through Enforcement: Arizona’s SB 1070

04/27/2010 | By Marc-Tizoc González

For those who care about the human rights of immigrants, last week’s signing of Arizona’s SB1070 was outrageous, yet will ultimately prove galvanizing.

Oakland Museum celebrates reopening

04/27/2010 | By Aimee Allison

Don’t miss! The Oakland Museum of California celebrations begin May 1st.

African-American community must come together now

04/27/2010 | By Keith Carson

Alameda county supervisor calls African-American community to “gather and get to know each other so we can celebrate our successes and shape the future.”

Teacher’s strike set for Thursday; Oakland teachers union tells why

04/26/2010 | By OaklandSeen.com

Oakland Education Association president Betty Olson-Jones explains why teachers are striking on Friday.

Washington, D.C., or bust: Good jobs, clean air in the balance

04/26/2010 | By Nikki Fortunato Bas

On May 5, the East Bay Alliance for a Sustainable Economy will make our congressional debut, taking the fight for good jobs and clean air to our nation’s capital.