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Barbara Lee reflects on Chisholm's legacy and applauds Biden's justice reform efforts

Rep. Barbara Lee recently shared insights into Shirley Chisholm's enduring influence while commending President Biden's initiatives aimed at reforming criminal justice systems in tweets dated December 12-13, 2024.

By Oakland City Wire | Dec 13, 2024

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Barbara Lee leads efforts for Congressional Gold Medal and criticizes military spending

Representative Barbara Lee shared recent legislative actions via social media on December 11, 2024.

By Oakland City Wire | Dec 11, 2024

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Barbara Lee discusses holiday celebrations and consumer protection efforts

By Oakland City Wire | Dec 10, 2024

In recent tweets from December 9-10, 2024, Rep. Barbara Lee celebrated community events like Jack London Square's tree lighting while also addressing consumer protection issues alongside Rep. Pramila Jayapal concerning FTC actions against...

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Barbara Lee calls for action on public safety and legislative reform

By Oakland City Wire | Dec 6, 2024

In recent tweets dated December 5-6, Rep. Barbara Lee thanked emergency responders in California and emphasized public safety measures amidst an unspecified situation while advocating for legislative changes regarding prison labor practices...

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Barbara Lee addresses CFPB's role and celebrates Shirley Chisholm's legacy

By Oakland City Wire | Dec 5, 2024

In her recent tweets dated December 4-5, 2024, Rep. Barbara Lee emphasizes consumer protection through CFPB's work against corporate greed and celebrates Shirley Chisholm's contribution to society by acknowledging her Congressional Gold Medal honor.

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Barbara Lee addresses community justice and international concerns in recent statements

By Oakland City Wire | Dec 4, 2024

In recent social media updates from early December 2024, Rep. Barbara Lee discusses key issues including justice for minority communities affected by historical injustices and international political tensions involving South Korea's martial law...

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Barbara Lee announces port investment and calls for Pentagon accountability

By Oakland City Wire | Nov 22, 2024

Congresswoman Barbara Lee highlighted recent developments through social media posts on November 22, 2024.

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Barbara Lee emphasizes human rights on Trans Day of Remembrance

By Oakland City Wire | Nov 21, 2024

Rep. Barbara Lee addressed key issues such as trans rights remembrance and nuclear disarmament through tweets posted on November 20-21, 2024.

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Barbara Lee shares award recognition and international peace advocacy

By Oakland City Wire | Nov 20, 2024

In recent tweets dated November 18 and November 20, Rep. Barbara Lee discussed protective health guidelines, acknowledged receiving an award from Howard University, and supported a resolution concerning arms transfers to Israel.

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Barbara Lee honored by Friends Committee; urges vigilance against infectious diseases

By Oakland City Wire | Nov 18, 2024

On November 18, 2024, Rep.

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U.S. Rep. Lee votes to make it easier for illegal aliens to vote in federal elections

By Oakland City Wire | Jul 24, 2024

U.S. Rep. Barbara Lee (D-CA) voted against the Safeguard American Voter Eligibility Act, known as the SAVE Act, which would require individuals to provide proof of U.S. citizenship when registering to vote in federal elections and bar illegal aliens from voting.

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Court seeks members for 2024-2025 Civil Grand Jury

By Oakland City Wire | Apr 4, 2024

The Court is recruiting for the 2024-2025 Civil Grand Jury. The Civil Grand Jury is convened by the court to investigate local government to ensure that public agencies are working in the best interest of the public and doing so effectively and economically. Its independence gives the Grand Jury a unique role in securing local government accountability.

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Alameda County Sheriff's Office applies for state off-highway vehicle grant

By Oakland City Wire | Mar 6, 2024

The Alameda County Sheriff's Office (ACSO) has announced its application for the California State Off-Highway Vehicle Grant. The public review and comment period for the 2024/2025 Grants and Cooperative Agreements Program commenced on March 5, 2024, and will conclude on May 6, 2024.

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Did farm subsidies in cities associated with Alameda County rise or fall in 2021?

By Oakland City Wire | Feb 27, 2024

Farms throughout cities in Alameda County received $109,597 less in subsidies in 2021 from the U.S. Department of Agriculture compared to the year before.

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How much did farmers in Alameda County receive in taxpayer-funded subsidies in 2021?

By Oakland City Wire | Feb 22, 2024

Farms in Alameda County received $5,760,506 in taxpayer-funded subsidies in 2021, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture.

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Veterans Health Administration (VHA) news release: Comprehensive Healthcare Inspection Program Summary Report: Evaluation of Medication Management in Veterans Health Administration Facilities

By Oakland City Wire | Sep 29, 2023

Comprehensive Healthcare Inspection Program Summary Report: Evaluation of Medication Management in Veterans Health Administration Facilities published on Sept. 22.

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Veterans Health Administration (VHA) news release: Comprehensive Healthcare Inspection of the VA Greater Los Angeles Healthcare System in California

By Oakland City Wire | Aug 31, 2023

Comprehensive Healthcare Inspection of the VA Greater Los Angeles Healthcare System in California published on Aug. 24.

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Veterans Health Administration (VHA) news release: Comprehensive Healthcare Inspection of the San Francisco VA Health Care System in California

By Oakland City Wire | Aug 4, 2023

Comprehensive Healthcare Inspection of the San Francisco VA Health Care System in California published on Aug. 3.

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Congressional Progressive Caucus Leaders Condemn Pentagon Authorization Bill

By Oakland City Wire Report | Jul 16, 2023

Representative Barbara Lee (CA-12), Chair of Emeritus of the CPC and Chair of the Caucus Peace and Security Task Force, and Representative Pramila Jayapal (WA-07), Chair of the Congressional Progressive Caucus (CPC) issued the following statement upon passage of the Fiscal Year 2024 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) in the House of Representatives

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Congresswoman Barbara Lee Celebrates FDA Approval of First Over-the-counter Birth Control Pill

By Oakland City Wire Report | Jul 15, 2023

Congresswoman Barbara Lee (CA-12) issued the below statement on the FDA’s approval of the first over-the-counter birth control pill in the United States