Oakland Mayor Barbara Lee Responds to Donald Trump's Attacks on Democratic Cities

Mayor Lee's Opening Remarks

• 🎤 Barbara Lee, the first Black woman mayor of Oakland, California, brings greetings from her city.
• 🤝 She expresses gratitude to DNC members, Chair Ken, Governor Tim Walls, Senator Amy Klobuchar, and other leaders present.
• ✊ Oakland is described as a community that actively fights for democracy.

Addressing Trump's Criticisms of Oakland

• 🗣️ Mayor Lee directly addresses Donald Trump's false accusations against Oakland, stating the city is not afraid.
• 💖 Oakland embraces all residents, including immigrant communities, and its police do not cooperate with ICE.
• 📈 In her first 100 days, Oakland has seen significant progress, with violent crime down 29%, homicides down 21%, and vehicle thefts down 45%.
• 🛠️ The city is actively working on public safety through collaboration with the Department of Violence Prevention, cease fire programs, young people, nonprofits, and clergy.

Oakland's Progress and Identity

• 🏠 In her first 100 days, millions in funding have been secured for housing and expanding services.
• 🚮 The city has removed nearly 30 tons of waste through the "Keep Oakland Clean" initiative, involving city staff and volunteers.
• 🎨 Oakland is highlighted as a city of artists, entrepreneurs, small business owners, and home to the eighth busiest port.
• 🎶 It is recognized as a cultural hub, being the birthplace of the Black Panther Party and the anti-war movement, and home to music legends and filmmakers.

Call to Action for Democrats

• 🗳️ Mayor Lee emphasizes the need for Democrats to win for working families, low-income individuals, youth, elders, and those struggling with basic needs.
• ✊ The fight includes protecting reproductive freedom and the LGBTQ+ community, who are under attack by Donald Trump.
• 💪 Democrats must lead with compassion, courage, and boldness, implementing ideas to make progress.
• 📣 Inspired by Shirley Chisholm's words, Lee rallies the party to fight unapologetically and inclusively for the future everyone deserves.