Posts Tagged ‘barack obama’
Journalist Ari Berman examines resurgence of voter suppression for Oakland lecture series
Journalist Ari Berman warns of a resurgence of voter suppression since the election of former President Barack Obama.
Read MoreOakland business owners sound off on economy, medical marijuana, foreign policy
With less than 60 days before Americans vote for President, Oakland North reporters Theresa Adams and Aaron Mendelson asked small business owners on Broadway to deliver a message to the presidential candidates. Click on the video above to hear business owners at Downtown coffee shops, clothing stores, cannabis dispensaires and news stands deliver a message to Barack Obama and Mitt Romney. Owners reactions ranged from supportive to critical of the President, but business owners were eager to make their voices heard.
Read MoreOakland residents, community activists catch up on healthcare reform
As the 2010 midterm elections approach, Obama supporters are trying to get Oaklanders to think positively about the healthcare reform bill signed into law this past March. Organizing for America, the grassroots network that helped elect President Barack Obama, held a healthcare teach-in for Oakland residents.
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