The "Son of Oakland", has spent years making a lasting impact on Oakland’s neighborhoods—revitalizing spaces, uplifting the unhoused, and empowering formerly incarcerated individuals to rebuild their lives.
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The "Son of Oakland", has spent years making a lasting impact on Oakland's neighborhoods—revitalizing spaces, uplifting the unhoused, and empowering formerly incarcerated individuals to rebuild their lives.
As District 7's Councilmember, he remains steadfast in his commitment to:
- Improving Public Safety: Protecting residents, engaging youth, and ensuring safer communities.
- Reducing Gun Violence: Supporting resources to prevent violence and equipping law enforcement for effective, professional response.
- Cleaning Up Oakland: Holding illegal dumpers and graffiti vandals accountable while revitalizing public spaces.
- Tackling Homelessness: Actively push for job readiness training, Fighting for affordable housing, mental health resources, and job training programs.
- Supporting Local Businesses: Strengthening commercial districts, attracting investment, and creating jobs.
Ken is committed to making Oakland safer, cleaner, and a place where families and businesses can thrive.
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Biography
The Son of Oakland, is a third-generation Oaklander who has spent his adult life as a dedicated community advocate, deeply rooted in the city he calls home. Before taking office, he committed himself to training justice-impacted individuals and the unhoused, equipping them with the skills and opportunities needed to successfully transition into the workforce and become productive members of society.