Jun 3, 2015
My name is Richard Raya, and I am a life-long progressive and an Oakland resident for 25 years. In 2010, I learned about the groundbreaking voter engagement work that Oakland Rising was doing in low-income communities of color. Since then, I have seen the organization...
Jun 1, 2015
With our Oakland Progressives Party just 18 days away, we are thrilled to announce some awesome news! It’s been a big year for Oakland’s progressive community, so to celebrate the work of amazing local organizations, leaders and activists in style, we’re...
May 8, 2015
Dear Community, It is with humility and love that I share that I will be transitioning out of Oakland Rising on June 30th. Over the last 7 years, it has been my deepest privilege and honor to pour my love for Oakland, my passion for electoral work, and my commitment...
Apr 27, 2015
The Oakland Progressive Party & Townie Award is just around the corner and we have an audacious goal of raising $25,000! We can’t do it without you! Buy your ticket here today! Thanks to long-time supporters like you, Oakland Rising’s annual party brought in...
