Letters: Oakland mayor race debate crucial for robust election
Briefly

The letters to the editor highlight concerns over the upcoming Oakland mayoral race. Ross Almazan emphasizes the need for public debates among candidates, arguing that Barbara Lee's insider connections are irrelevant to local governance, especially under a Trump administration. Cliff Gold critiques Trump's policies, particularly the halting of USAID, which could lead to humanitarian crises. Both letters call for accountability and transparent discussions on critical issues affecting Oakland and broader national policy, stressing the importance of open dialogue in democratic processes.
It doesn't have to be this way. Her Washington insider status is meaningless during the next four years of the Trump administration and an unfriendly Congress.
Hopefully, as each of his stupid nominees fail at their job, he will realize it, and get someone competent. What I did not realize was the depths of Trump's heartlessness.
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