Hundreds gathered at Oakland’s historic Jack London Square on Sunday to witness the inauguration of Mayor Barbara Lee, ushering in a new chapter for the city under her leadership.
The atmosphere was filled with pride, emotion, and hope as supporters from across the community celebrated the longtime congresswoman’s transition into her new role as mayor.
In her inaugural address, Lee outlined her top priorities for the city: improving public safety, strengthening economic opportunities, and addressing the homelessness crisis…