Oakland declares racism a public health crisis

San Francisco Chronicle

The Oakland City Council unanimously voted Tuesday to declare racism a public health crisis.

The vote sets aside $350,000 to fund two new positions in the city Department of Race and Equity…

It was also cosponsored by Council Members Sheng Thao, Loren Taylor and Treva Reid — all of whom are running for mayor.

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