Leighton Woodhouse

Opinion: I didn’t vote for Barbara Lee, but I want her to save Oakland

A pragmatist gives the new mayor five pieces of unsolicited advice.


The former congresswoman surged to victory in the latest tally after trailing former councilmember Loren Taylor in early results.

The former councilmember has 51.17% of votes. Ballot processing continues until Friday.

Who really wanted to defund the Oakland police? A dirty flyer points at Lee's opponent Loren Taylor. The truth is exactly the opposite. 

The candidacy would mean an immediate front-runner in the race to fill the vacancy created by Sheng Thao’s recall.