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Councilmember Sheng Thao Launches Mayoral Campaign

Among those who endorsed Oakland councilmember and council president pro tem Sheng Thao at the Wednesday press conference were California Attorney General Rob Bonta, Assemblymember Mia Bonta, former Councilmember Dick Spees, and the Alameda Labor Council.

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4 years ago

November 13, 2021

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Oakland councilmember and council president pro tem Sheng Thao said that being a single mom has helped develop her as the person she has become.

Oakland councilmember and council president pro tem Sheng Thao held a press conference this week to announce she is running for mayor in the November 2022 election

“My values, commitment to service, and drive to make a difference are rooted in where I come from,” said Thao, the daughter of Hmong refugee, quoted on KRON. “As a Councilmember, I’m inspired every day about the chance to make change for those who need it most. And I’ve shown it’s possible to be both progressive and effective at City Hall.”

Among those who endorsed Thao at the Wednesday press conference were California Attorney General Rob Bonta, Assemblymember Mia Bonta, former Councilmember Dick Spees, and the Alameda Labor Council.

Thao represents District 4 on the City Council. She is the first Hmong American woman to be elected to a city council in California history.

Thao explained that she grew up in Stockton, the seventh of 10 children.

“For a time, we lived in public housing. I grew up with real fear of not having a stable home,” said Thao, speaking to KTVU.

“I know what it means to live paycheck to paycheck, to not have a job, to escape a really bad domestic violence relationship, and being homeless with my baby living in our car, couch surfing,” she said Thao, who considers herself a progressive.

She said that being a single mom has helped develop her as the person she has become.

She attended Merritt College and graduated from UC Berkeley.

She started in the city as an intern to chief of staff for city councilmember Rebecca Kaplan, who also supports her campaign.

“I managed multiple city budgets, fought for affordable housing, helped small businesses open and helped get guns off the street,” said Thao.

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Seth Curry Makes Impressive Debut with the Golden State Warriors

Seth looked comfortable in his new uniform, seamlessly fitting into the Warriors’ offensive and defensive system. He finished the night with an impressive 14 points, becoming one of the team’s top scorers for the game. Seth’s points came in a variety of ways – floaters, spot-up three-pointers, mid-range jumpers, and a handful of aggressive drives that kept the Oklahoma City Thunder defense on its heels.

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Seth Curry is a point guard on the GSW team.Photo courtesy of the Golden State Warriors.

By Y’Anad Burrell

Tuesday night was anything but ordinary for fans in San Francisco as Seth Curry made his highly anticipated debut as a new member of the Golden State Warriors. Seth didn’t disappoint, delivering a performance that not only showcased his scoring ability but also demonstrated his added value to the team.

At 35, the 12-year NBA veteran on Monday signed a contract to play with the Warriors for the rest of the season.

One of the most memorable moments of the evening came before Seth even scored his first points. As he checked into the game, the Chase Center erupted into applause, with fans rising to their feet to give the newest Warrior a standing ovation.

The crowd’s reaction was a testament not only to Seth’s reputation as a sharpshooter but also to the excitement he brings to the Warriors. It was clear that fans quickly embraced Seth as one of their own, eager to see what he could bring to the team’s championship aspirations.

Warriors’ superstar Steph Curry – Seth’s brother – did not play due to an injury. One could only imagine what it would be like if the Curry brothers were on the court together. Magic in the making.

Seth’s debut proved to be a turning point for the Warriors. Not only did he contribute on the scoreboard, but he also brought a sense of confidence and composure to the floor.

While their loss last night, OKC 124 – GSW 112, Seth’s impact was a game-changer and there’s more yet to come. Beyond statistics, it was clear that Seth’s presence elevated the team’s performance, giving the Warriors a new force as they look to make a deep playoff run.