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When “*hit people say..” is more than just funny.
It’s the era of honesty! We have now come to a place where it’s possible to call folks out for their questionable behavior and laugh at it.
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As “shady” politics can be, why do I bother?
Despite all that seems wrong with politics and civic engagement, I recognize all that is right about it wouldn’t be possible if it wasn’t for regular people who care enough to take care of their community.
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Adventures in Oakland Politics: Marcie Hodge!
2 Points for good manners! This weekend I went to a Marcie Hodge meet and greet at her aunt’s house in Upper Rockridge. After trudging up a street called Ocean View (foresight not really kicking in) on a warm Saturday afternoon, once I got to the destination all I saw was a standard Marcie Hodge…
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Adventures in Oakland Politics: Jean Quan
Who is Jean Quan and why should I care? Jean Quan is the District 4 Community Council Member and she is running for Mayor of Oakland. (Check out her website here) Last week I went to a open house/meet-n-greet in Trestle Glenn.
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Adventures in Oakland Politics!
When I grow up I want to be like someone I know. Lets call him Jack. Jack is a mature and experienced community activist who knows all about local policy in Richmond and plays the saxophone. Really Cool. Jack said to me the first thing I should do is participate in local issues. Go to…