Barbara Lee considers run for Oakland mayor

Barbara Lee considers run for Oakland mayor: A new chapter in local politics
As the political landscape in Oakland shifts, California Rep. Barbara Lee has announced her consideration for a run for mayor.
Race to be next Oakland mayor somewhat stalled as Rep. Barbara Lee makes up her mind
The longtime lawmaker has held numerous private meetings with city officials about the issues affecting Oakland, from the ongoing budget crisis to homelessness to policing.
Oaklanders call on Barbara Lee to be the city’s next mayor
Rep. Barbara Lee’s (D-CA) time in Congress might be coming to an end, but a group of Oakland’s top elected officials are hoping she will pivot and run for mayor. The self-described group of “business,
Barbara Lee lays out timeline for her decision on Oakland mayor’s race
Oakland Democratic Rep. Barbara Lee, who is ending her congressional career next month, said Friday that she will decide by early January whether she will run for mayor of Oakland. Oakland will hold an election in April to elect someone to finish the rest of the term of Sheng Thao,
Oakland leaders call on Barbara Lee to run for mayor to get city 'back on track'
Dozens of Oakland leaders are calling on Congresswoman Barbara Lee to take the helm as the city's mayor.In a letter signed by Interim Oakland Mayor Nikki Fortunato Bas, Carl Chan, and Councilmember Treva Reid,
'Oakland needs Barbara Lee': Open letter urges retiring Congresswoman to run for mayor
Rumors have been swirling that the retiring congresswoman might seek Oakland’s top job in the April special election.
Top Oakland leaders say city 'needs' Barbara Lee as mayor in new letter
After the November recall of its mayor Sheng Thao, the group wrote that Oakland is facing "a crisis of leadership." A void they believe would be best filled by Lee.
Oakland Leaders Urge Barbara Lee to Enter Mayoral Race Amid City's Challenges
Retiring U.S. Representative Barbara Lee is contemplating a run for Oakland mayor following the recent recall of Mayor Sheng Thao. Lee, who has represented Oakland in Congress since 1998, announced she will decide by early January 2025.
Retiring Rep. Barbara Lee considering run for Oakland mayor
Lee’s candidacy could create a headache for moderate activists and donors eager to put a more centrist Democrat at the helm of City Hall.
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Rep. Barbara Lee Mulls Campaign For Oakland Mayor
Lee posted on X that she is considering a run for Oakland's mayor. California Rep. Barbara Lee, who is retiring from ...
Barbara Lee talks legacy, regrets and unpopular opinions as she leaves Congress
WASHINGTON — Progressive trailblazer Barbara Lee’s time in Congress ended like it began: voicing unpopular opinions. On her first day in the House, she signed a petition to bring campaign finance ...
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Community Leaders Urge Congresswoman Barbara Lee to Run for Oakland Mayor Amidst City Challenges
In the wake of Oakland's recent mayoral recall, leading voices within the community are rallying behind Congresswoman ...