Oakland: Sheng Thao supporters rally against recall election

OAKLAND — Dozens of supporters gathered Sunday near the Rockridge BART station to back embattled Mayor Sheng Thao and oppose the upcoming recall election.

“Oakland has endured enough instability in recent years — COVID, crime, encampments,” Thao told the crowd at noon. “What we need now is stability and experienced leadership to guide us through these tough, challenging times.”

The rally, organized by the group Oaklanders Defending Democracy, comes in response to a campaign calling for Thao’s recall just a year into her term.