The Oakland City Council’s unanimous rejection of the reappointments of two Police Commission members was met with backlash from the Anti Police-Terror Project, which accused the council of ignoring the law and disrespecting the democratic will of the Oaklanders who fought to create the commission.
Doug Martin, a former Tampa Bay Buccaneers running back, died at age 36 after being detained by the Oakland Police Department, sparking outrage and calls for accountability from the Anti Police-Terror Project.
The Oakland People’s Budget Coalition is calling for Oakland to prioritize funding for services and programs that uplift vulnerable populations, reallocate funds from policing, and invest in housing, low-wage workers, and community trust, while also advocating for the full funding of boards and commissions.