Because we care deeply about Oakland, we want Mayor Dellums to succeed. However, we strongly opposed his election because he never held a municipal position in Oakland and has lived in Washington for the last thirty-five years. We are wary of some of his supporters, and wish to keep a close eye on local political machinations. This blog will be focused on politics and people, not policy perscriptions (unlike FutureOakland).
I am now blogging at FutureOakland.Wordpress.com. If you're interested in what's going on in Oakland's politics from a Smart Growth and youthful perspective, check it out!
posted by Oakland Native @ 2:05 PM
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I advocate continuing growth in Oakland's population to provide more jobs for the residents and more opportunities for entrenprenuers. I reject the selfish, short-sighted NIMBYism that pervades much of local politics. Our city is awesome and more people should live in it. We are very lucky to be one of the few American industrial cities which is still growing and attracting young people - we must preserve our advantages and continue our success.
