Tyron Jordan Military Veteran
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Former SEIU job steward, marathon runner, bibliophile, Fmr Mayoral Appointee, Military veteran, Mayoral candidate 2022. Delegate to DNC 2020
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@PopularLiberal
The fact that he is even considered a Presidential contender is a very sad reflection on where we are, in this country
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@PopularLiberal
What ? Being in Congress has made HER life miserable? Think of how many lives she has made miserable, not only by doing zero as a member of Congress- but using her position as a soap box to spew hatred, racism and xenophobic rhetoric. This woman should give BACK her salary!
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@NicoleShanahan
Although I do not condone crime; especially car breaks ins-nor any time of crime, why begin expressing your opinion regarding foreign aid, by first stating that your family’s car was broken into in Oakland 25 years ago, and $1.50 was taken? Maybe it’s just me, just seems like
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@PamKeithFL
Agree. Too many unanswered questions. Unfortunately, far too many folks take what is reported at face value. For many, critical and analytical skills are absent. In addition, the mainstream press ceased doing their jobs , long ago; and we desperately need serious truly
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@realDonaldTrump
Utter unadulterated nonsense, no ideas, no policies, but ALOT of words. Labels don't put food on the table, pay rent/mortgage, provide accessible affordable healthcare, protect the environment etc. The Party of Trump, has a deficit of policies and a surplus of rhetoric
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@AndrewYang
Quotes are not solutions. As far as your nascent third party; what are the objectives? where are the solutions? Such as narrowing the economic inequality gap, housing the unhoused, taking action to ban assault weapons, eliminating food insecurity? These are perilous times.
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@PamKeithFL
I agree 100%. The narrative seems to be that Trump has a national lead ( according to many polls) and leads in key swing states. The constant narrative seems to be that his victory is inevitable. Nonsense. I do not believe this for one second . Also it is not very difficult to
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@NicoleShanahan
Also, a car is broken into, and only $1.50 is taken, nothing else? One should question the veracity of this claim.
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@CalltoActivism
Very sad: when there are those in power, with the tools to improve the quality of life of those they represent; chooses instead to push forth draconian policies in an attempt to push our country back to the 1950’s ( or for that matter, the 1850’s). Sad commentary indeed.
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@WeYourDailyPost
Why is a “has been “ tv actor newsworthy? How many people even remember Scott Baio? From what I read about him, he has expressed racist thoughts and ideas over the years. Time to move on
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Oakland, CA My thoughts on Rank Choice Voting: Between now and hopefully the 2026 elections, there should be serious consideration towards scrapping RCV . Voting should be straightforward and simple. There’s no need to make something simple, complicated.
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Oakland,CA: During a walk yesterday, through Chinatown, I noticed an old mattress and microwave dumped on sidewalk- as I usually do, I jotted down the location and submitted an online report. Public Works is a very good about picking up illegal dumping. However, I would like to
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@PopularLiberal
Tbh, I have never heard of Charlie Kirk.I do, however, admire Taylor Swift for utilizing her platform for a vital constructive purpose.
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@BruceCoffman12
@AndrewYang
I have to agree with you. Nothing against actors; but I want a President with government experience on several levels. Experience does indeed count. If he runs for elective office; wins, and successful in that particular office, possibly. Not until then.
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@TRUMP_ARMY_
I am not inclined to stand nor sit for an avowed racist. On another note, he is no longer President
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Oakland, CA. My Mom's recent passing has definitely put a damper on my enthusiasm for running for Oakland City Council this year: so I'm not moving forward. A candidate has to be ALL IN, or not at all. With the very large number of candidates for District 3, any candidate with
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@LakotaMan1
It is also a fair measure on how little she values people ( especially those who disagrees with her) as well.
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@jefftimmer
VERY big Harris supporter here. I hope you're correct, but Trump was unfit to hold office in 2016, and still won Additionally, after a disaster of his 2017-21, administration; he still came within a handful of votes of being reelected in 2020. I would not underestimate Trump
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@ocajjoni
@FrankE37281471
The sad and ironic part is that Trump would not even associate with most of his diehard supporters. He has no use for those who are low and middle income. There is plenty of evidence of this. He has done nothing for the middle class, from what i have seen, Wake up people.
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Oakland, CA. Ideally I would love to see former Police Chief Armstrong back. No disrespect towards the 3 candidates that Mayor Thao rejected, but Armstrong is very much the right person at this juncture. Not saying crime will automatically disappear, but it's a crucial step
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Oakland, CA. I just went on my morning jog around Lake Merritt. Numerous vendors setting up shop and getting ready for a beautiful day (weather wise), and a beautiful day to make $$, and keep it in the community.
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Oakland, CA. Just finished early morning run around Lake Merritt. Unfortunately, tons of trash left from yesterdays gatherings. Folks who see little wrong with not picking up after themselves, and trashing their environment; remains enigmatic to me. 🤔
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Today on my BART commute from downtown Oakland to SF Embarcadero, I noticed more visible security, police officers, as well as community ambassadors walking the stations. This is good! The biggest concern most BART riders have is not feeling safe. Public safety is essential
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I am in agreement with recent efforts to scrap Rank Choice Voting. Initially proposed as cost cutting & efficient; I think voting on any level: local, state, federal- must be as straightforward and as streamlined as possible. RCV, tends to leave uncomfortable space for doubt
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I was chatting with a woman today while in Sacramento. She mentioned to me that she grew up in Oakland and attended high school in Oakland (Oakland Tech), and loved Oakland during the time she lived here. She moved to Sacramento, because housing is too expensive in Bay Area/East
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@alex_burness
Shady. Jim Crow 2024. There is NO reason why a person who has a felony should not be able to fully exercise their rights as a citizen. The cornerstone of being a citizen, is the right to vote. If a convicted can run for President of the United States, an every day person, with
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@nativenews_net
He sounds incredibly unintelligent, and should not be considered for any type of public office
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A downtown Oakland business owner, recently stated to me, that the primary obstacle which inevitably impacts the revitalization of downtown is ineffective public safety measures, and the obvious peak in crimes committed. folks will not venture anywhere, if they do not feel safe
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Near where I live, Grand Ave individuals on dirt bikes, have been racing back and forth for hours. Very few wearing helmets . Question: would it not be a great deal more enjoyable to race dirt bikes, off road? Than on a street? Also would same individuals race through Piedmont,
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@AlgorithmDancer
@NicoleShanahan
If the family car was broken into, it seems that would be most important; not WHERE. It starts off in an odd way, just my observation.
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I just finished reading “ The Browns of California “ The Family Dynasty” by Miriam Pawell. Jerry Brown’s father, Pat Brown was a pragmatic problem solving Governor. I think Jerry was a successful Mayor of Oakland, because he did not lean left, right or center; just pragmatic
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@SEIU
His commitment as a supporter of the working class, is identical to that of the former President; non-existent .He is no friend to labor and he is no friend to everyday working folks. Actions determines where a person stands, not words
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@AndrewYang
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I respectfully disagree; now is the worse possible time to start a third party.
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When there’s discussion regarding crime in Oakland; when I hear someone say “ Well, crime was much worse in the 1990’s, early 2000’s etc.”, I am annoyed. Past crime rates, does not justify nor make the current situation acceptable. Victims, and their families would not think so
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@DJM549845319274
This is great! Made my day.☺️. In a world of doom and gloom, there are slivers of hope
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@AndrewYang
Mr. Yang, are you not a politician? After all, you ran for the highest office in the nation, you’ve run run for Mayor of NYC. A very simple question: what are/were your incentives? I would like clarification.
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@JonBowzerBauman
Lynn Cheney said something regarding Mr. Trump’s presidential campaign; for the people who are underplaying how dangerous this man is, her quote: “Many are sleepwalking towards a dictatorship.”. Frankly I want Trump to not just lose, but be repudiated in Nov. He must lose big!!
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I just walked past District Attorney Pamela Price's rally at Alameda County Court House. Frankly, I find it perplexing. Unless i am missing something, I do not see the objective. With tensions running high- it seems ill advised. Considering Jasper's parents, not a good idea
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@TheLeoTerrell
What’s shameful is American citizens attempting to overthrow their own government (Jan 6th 2021), and the POTUS spearheading it. As an military veteran; I am especially disgusted by such blatant treason
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@UFWupdates
They do hard work, which benefits us all. The farm workers deserve substantially higher wage, quality and accessible Healthcare. In sum, they need to have the means to take care of their families and themselves. If the growers are able to do, the workers should as well. If it
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@EpochTimes
It seems to me, being selected as Mr.Trump’s running mate, would be a dubious honor. Things did not turn out well for his VP, Mike Pence.
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My jog around Lake Merritt, was disturbed by this sight: Across from the Pergola, three shopping carts full of garbage, rags in surroundings area piles of garbage, rugs. etc. A unhoused person picking through items. This is UNACCEPTABLE. I filed a report with Public Works.
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Oakland, CA. I just finished my evening jog around Lake Merritt. A suggestion that I have for OPD regarding increased safety at Lake. During huge events such as Juneteenth, Memorial Day, Veterans Day etc, I would suggest that the new Police Chief be visible (in uniform) at
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@UFWupdates
We owe a GREAT deal to farmworker; I was born in a small town in Southern California, Ventura; near the epicenter of our agricultural base. As a small child, my family would drive to through Oxnard, and I would see workers working HARD under the blazing sun. Young and old. Even
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@ForNenna
I witnessed this yesterday, also, same outrageous dangerous behavior up and down Grand Ave. ATV’s dirt bikes. Folks hanging out of car passengers side windows. Unfortunately, it will take someone getting badly injured or killed before this nonsense comes to an halt. Maybe.
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@Fwd_Party
In reference to the Forward Party. I don’t see it as a party at all- It is primarily a “front”, to put more Republicans in power. I think most people are already realizing this. A positive note; is it seems most are strongly against.
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@TrumpGirl1971
@Michell33650674
You are laughing, but if you’re living under an autocratic government, the laughter will soon cease. There’s nothing funny about her concerns about a vast number of Americans who will support this man. To view such serious concerns as something “funny” is a sad reflection on you
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As an avid reader of accounts and narratives of the civil rights / voting rights movement; a glaring omission have been the role women played in fighting for democracy. One pivotal woman was Fannie Lou Hamer. Author Keisha Blain; wrote a great bio of Ms. Hamer. A must read!
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@CalltoActivism
I guess he is great. Great to those who embrace racism, who embrace hatred, who has zero respect for women, who is intellectual and morally bankrupt, and a bonafide con man. Than again, who one chooses to idolize says a great deal. If you embrace 1950’s USA, he’s your guy!
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Oakland, CA. Whew! It took weeks, but I just finished reading The Downtown Oakland Specific Plan, (DOSP) all 342 pages! DOSP is the long term plan to revitalize downtown / businesses, housing, green spaces, public transit accessibility, cultural zones, preservation of Oakland’s
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@KeneAkers
Also a veteran here, I agree 100%! Rittenhouse would not be the type of individual I would trust under any set of circumstances, certainly not the military. He has demonstrated that he is a sandwich short of a picnic
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My thoughts on the current teachers strike, I am very pro-union; and was once a union organizer- but I believe that the striking OUSD teachers should settle for the significant salary increase now; and work out the common good objectives later. Kids must be back in the classroom
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@PopularLiberal
He is like most guys that tries hard to project themselves as being "tough guys" In reality, when the heat gets too hot, he'll meltdown like a stick of butter
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@Papi_B_Dubs
I’m perplexed. First off, how relevant is the opinion of a forgotten 1970’s early 1980’s tv star? also what does “ safe” mean?
What can happen in California, can and does happen in New York, Texas, Connecticut, Iowa, Idaho etc. His very statement “ CA not safe” is silly🙄.
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@KeneAkers
This definition is very important- because it is often misinterpreted particularly from those who will respond that “ All lives matters.”. As you point out, this clearly is not the case, particularly in our criminal justice/ political and economic system
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I am running for Oakland City Council because like most Oaklanders, I believe that our city posses every quality necessary to be world class. But strong, responsive leadership is needed. The term Public Servant, has real meaning to me. When elected, I will serve the public.
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Oakland. CA. A political change up: Instead of running for Oakland City Council Seat at Large this year, I have just filed to run for the District 3 seat instead. 2024, will definitely be an interesting and I hope more positive year for our city
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I, along with several dedicated Oakland Weed Warriors volunteers, just finished 3 hour work project clearing weeds and laying mulch at Lake Merritt. I, like many, run the Lake area, walk it, enjoy it, so I believe in keeping it up, for others and myself. Great start of the day
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Oakland, CA. I recently read that former President Jimmy Carter, who turns 100 years old on October 1st, has one wish, that wish is to live long enough to vote for VP Kamala Harris for POTUS. Mr. Carter has demonstrated extraordinary resilience throughout his life. So I have no
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@sambecks31
@AndrewYang
Samantha, you are right on point! Governing and politicking are two very separate entities. As far as the Forward Party’s platform; it seems to consist of “ feel good quotes” and fluff.
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@TChazStevens
@cityofpierresd
That atrocity is beyond belief; and she should be severely penalized.
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@AaronPeskin
@sfchronicle
@sfbos
I am not even a San Francisco resident ( Resident of Oakland); and can tell that Mr. Peskin is doing alot of posturing and feigning "outrage". He has been part of the SF established for many years, why the sudden outrage?
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@RubenGallego
We need more leaders like Ruben Gallego; with the same values and principles- on the national, state and local level. He recognizes the true meaning of public service
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Oakland, CA. One thing that I would like to see: police officers walking “ a beat” in various neighborhoods- leaving their cars on occasion. It seems to me, this is one way to get to know residents better, neighborhoods better etc. Additionally, visibility is more evident
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Oakland, CA. While running this morning around Lake Merritt area, I noticed restaurant Vegan Mob ( Vegan BBQ- Soul Food) closed and relocated to SF. Not good, one less Black owned business in Oakland
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I chatted with my old college buddy, last night. We both attended Cal State Univ-Sacramento in late 1980’s. He just made final mortgage payment on his home! We reminisced and reflected on how back then we constantly struggled. We’ve come a long way. The best is yet to come!
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@TheLeoTerrell
I don’t agree with her politics, since I am a Progressive; but I do appreciate the fact that Ms. Cheney believes in democracy
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@PopularLiberal
This is good. We need to elect intelligent, ethical, compassionate people to Congress. Time to end the circus
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Oakland, CA. I would recommend that folks , check out downtown Oakland 's "Book Mark" relocated in a nice space on Broadway. across from Marriott in Chinatown. Very nice diverse selection of books, music etc. I buy many books online, but there is no substitute for a brick and
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Newsom calls on Oakland to allow more police chases, stop suspects from 'fleeing with impunity'
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@TheLeoTerrell
@HerschelWalker
I think that Georgia, and the entire nation need Sen.Warnock more. Herschel Walker is grossly unprepared to serve in any capacity. He has little knowledge of the issues. When he does speak on any particular issue, his comments are almost incoherent. Really, it’s sad to see .
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@REDGRRRL1
Full of crap- the adoption is in “ his mind”. He’s using this “phantom son” as an excuse to give him license to verbalize his racism
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Jogged past Vegan Mob empty storefront near Lake Merritt . They’ve relocated to SF, where the owner is from. Would love to see another business move to that location- ideal location, very heavy foot traffic. Unfortunately crime is discouraging potential new businesses
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@mychal3ts
My earliest library memory: my Mom Dad, siblings; used to visit our local library, every other Saturday. One visit, when I was about 10, we visited the library on a Saturday afternoon. I was so anxious to get inside, I started running! Inevitably I tripped and fell during my mad
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@EveryLibrary
Love libraries! Served on the Oakland ( CA) Public Library Advisory Commission for 3 years. Practically grew up in libraries. A well funded, well maintained, staffed library is essential in every community.
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What I found incredibly disturbing and distasteful about Mayor Thao’s press conference following the FBI raid, was what came across as a “glossing over” of the fact that 15 people was shot during the Juneteenth celebration. Equally disturbing was that no statement was made
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@carldemaio
I know many Californians, I am a Californian native, as are most of my family, friends co-workers etc. None that I know of, has fled California, nor discussed fleeing. I have not “ fled”, nor do I intend to. The term “ fleeing” is used deliberately. Nonsense
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Attended LakeFest Oakland early this afternoon. Great array of vendors, entertainment, activities. Very well organized. From my observations, this festival illustrates a huge event planned with public safety as a top priority. Proper fencing off of areas, a large contingent of
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Bad for the individuals who are forced out, and bad for the communities that they are forced to leave behind.
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Oakland: I would challenge any Oakland resident to provide a cogent line of reasoning why Chief of Police Armstrong was fired. One thing I have learned about Oakland politics(politics in any major city) is that the public only witness a fraction of what is really happening.
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As I read the news, it is clear that things are becoming surreal. On the political front: why in the world would a successful incumbent POTUS, who is up for reelection, step aside? unless physically incapacitated. The “cognitive decline” argument is sketchy at best. I’ve seen
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Oakland, CA. Just completed very early morning run around Lake Merritt. Speaking of runs, please take a moment to visit my recently launched website: Tyron Jordan for Oakland City Council Seat at Large 2024
2024 will be a pivotal year locally
Thank you
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@ponilinda
@AlgorithmDancer
@NicoleShanahan
I am far more aware of the dangers of the world than you can imagine, years serving in the Army tends to expand one’s global perspective.
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@LePapillonBlu2
@elonmusk
Agree. It takes a lot of energy and effort to attack others/ much wiser to use that energy to help others.
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@AssusReamus
I’m on the Board of Directors of a wonderful non-profit called City Slicker Farms, based in West Oakland (CA). It is a community farm that grows gardens and provide fresh produce for low/fixed income residents:
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Oakland, CA. Oakland has a new Fire Chief, which is great! Now we urgently need a permanent Police Chief. I have a suggestion: Perhaps reinstate Chief Armstrong? Just a thought.
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I just jogged the beautiful Lake Merritt. I was glad to see a wrecked up RV, covered with graffiti removed, on the Grand Ave side of Lake. I filed a report perhaps a month and a half ago. Im just glad that the eyesore is gone!! “ blight in progress “ must be nipped in the bud.
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@TheLeoTerrell
With all due respect Mr.Terrell-most of your tweets comes across as juvenile and not well thought out. Just random insults
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@deanbphillips
Biden-Harris will win the popular as well as the electoral vote, but it would be great, if you will help them to do so
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Oakland, CA. I am very troubled by the recent firing of Oakland’s Police Chief Armstrong. I feel it is was an extreme response; and does not bode well. A very miscalculated decision
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Survey: 63% of Oaklanders disapprove of the job city government is doing
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Beautiful day in Oakland! Think I will skip my usual jog, and head downtown, to Jack London Square. However, dismayed that my once favorite coffee shop “Dusk” is no longer in operation. As far as I can tell. They had terrific coffee, terrific customer service, and Black owned
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