
Paul Cobb
Publisher and Editor, The Post News Group at Oakland Post
Publisher of The Oakland Post, largest African-American weekly newspaper in northern California. 1 #Socialmedia place for me #media #OakMtg #Oakland
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Feb 18, 2025 |
postnewsgroup.com | Paul Cobb
By Paul CobbNew Oakland SeriesOpinion Part 3The Post mentioned three weeks ago that a number of our local luminaries were coming together to support the “New Oakland” movement. As this current national administration continues to eliminate our “legacy” institutional policies and programs left and right, most communities find themselves beyond “frozen” in fear.
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Jan 18, 2025 |
postnewsgroup.com | Paul Cobb
By Paul CobbPart 1On the eve of celebrating Dr. Martin Luther King’s birthday and as we prepare to honor Black History next month, we send our congratulations to the African American Sports and Entertainment Group (AASEG) for organizing the East Oakland community to get the City of Oakland and Alameda County to approve their redevelopment vision for jobs, affordable housing and businesses and attracting the necessary investment capital to acquire the Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum.
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Jan 7, 2025 |
postnewsgroup.com | Paul Cobb
By Paul CobbMany of you probably recall the oft-repeated expression when describing leadership that “many are called but few are chosen.” We will be inundated during January with many claims of qualifications by those who want to lead Oakland. As of Jan. 1, 2025, we have heard the names of 14 potential candidates who might become Oakland’s next Mayor. The Oakland Post is issuing a CALL to all candidates to present their answers, plans, or solutions in response to our list of questions.
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Jan 6, 2025 |
postnewsgroup.com | Paul Cobb
By Paul Cobb“I’m deeply saddened to hear of the passing of President Jimmy Carter,” said Congresswoman Barbara Lee. “President Carter displayed a lifelong commitment to global peace, justice, and human rights. He inspired me and countless others.”“I send my condolences to his family, his loved ones, and all who loved him. May he now Rest in Peace with his wife, Rosalynn,”. Lee continued.
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Dec 4, 2023 |
postnewsgroup.com | Kitty Kelly Epstein |Paul Cobb
By Linda Parker PenningtonBay Area art lovers look forward to the open studio event at Hunters Point Shipyard and the growing “Black On Point” artists’ collective did not disappoint last weekend. Of the 250+ artists with studios at the historic shipyard, there are now over 25 Black artists to discover amid the sprawling, repurposed buildings at the end of Evans Avenue in the Bayview. This talented group includes:Bayview native son, Malik Seneferu – whose son, Osaze, is also an emerging artist.
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