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The OaklandsideReportingBy Natalie Orenstein
AI-generated ads have come to Oakland politics. Accessible solution — or risky deception?

AI-generated ads have come to Oakland politics. Accessible solution — or risky deception? Artificially generated visuals are popping up in the political landscape in Oakland this election season. " data-large-file="https://oaklandside.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/online-AI-ads-1.jpg" /> Slowly but surely, more campaigns are using videos and songs made with artificial intelligence. We asked local candidates and experts about the implications.

Barbara Lee
Government Operations and PoliticsAI-generated AdsPolitical CampaignsOakland
The OaklandsideReportingBy Natalie Orenstein
Barbara Lee touts endorsement from Kamala Harris in mayor’s race

Barbara Lee touts endorsement from Kamala Harris in mayor’s race Kamala Harris promotes her book in Oakland in March 2026. " data-large-file="https://oaklandside.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/large-20260303_Harris_EG_016.jpg" /> The stamp of approval from the former vice president comes among other pledges of support in the Nov. 3 Oakland election.

Barbara Lee
Government Operations and PoliticsOakland
The OaklandsideReportingBy Natalie Orenstein
Mayor Lee seeks new staffer to focus on ‘mission-driven’ tech startups

Mayor Lee seeks new staffer to focus on ‘mission-driven’ tech startups Oakland Mayor Barbara Lee would get a new staff member to help with regulations and technology businesses. " data-large-file="https://oaklandside.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/large-20260504_RowenaBrown_EG_38.jpg" /> A $100,000 Kapor Foundation grant would propel an effort to cut red tape for tech companies dealing with health, housing, and more.

Barbara Lee
Government Operations and PoliticsTech StartupsRegulationsOakland
The OaklandsideReportingBy Tasneem Raja
What to expect when you vote in Oakland, starting in October

What to expect when you vote in Oakland, starting in October Congresswoman Lateefah Simon poses for a portrait after casting her vote in the primary election at Mills College on Tuesday, June 2, 2026. " data-image-caption=" Congresswoman Lateefah Simon poses for a portrait after casting her vote in the primary election at Mills College on Tuesday, June 2, 2026. " data-large-file="https://oaklandside.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/20260503_Ballots_EG_035.jpg" /> A mayor's race, three City Council seats, three competitive school board races, and a stack of ballot measures. A conversation with Oaklandside editors.

Lateefah Simon
Government Operations and PoliticsVotingElectionsLocal-governmentOakland