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Things are getting out of hand in Oakland.

Aug 12, 2022 •

For those who think themselves revolutionaries

Why a Black Lives Matter sign is simply not enough.

Jul 4, 2021 •

Three Teams, Three Strikes, Oakland Could be Out

How city politics might cost Oakland its last sports team.

May 18, 2021 •

The American Upgrade

How George Floyd sparked perhaps the most profound upgrade in American history.

May 3, 2021 •

Taking on massive debt to get a degree is an unsustainable formula for success.

Apr 14, 2021 •

Let’s Do The Math

How ignoring basic math is perpetuating student failure.

Apr 5, 2021 •

Segregated Dumping

Our garbage is choking our most vulnerable students and communities.

Mar 22, 2021 •

One For All and All for One

A Case for a Community of Schools in Oakland

Mar 14, 2021 •

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Education and politics, rooted in Oakland.

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