Comments on: Who will represent District 7 on the Oakland school board? James Harris — for now.

By: J.R.

J.R. — Fri, 15 Mar 2013 00:26:16 +0000

Very good judicial decision because people essentially voted for an alternative to Spearman which is the crux of the matter in this situation.

By: Sophiesmom

Sophiesmom — Thu, 14 Mar 2013 19:14:52 +0000

Judge Grillo just released his decision: Spearman’s challenges were denied. James Harris remains District 7′s representative.

By: Juanster

Juanster — Wed, 02 Jan 2013 23:55:46 +0000

J.R. The devil can’t back charter schools because he’s committed to the public schools, and a house divided against itself cannot stand. Amen Bro

By: J.R.

J.R. — Tue, 01 Jan 2013 16:14:54 +0000

Saveourschools,

You are arguing a logical fallacy, even if the devil himself backed charters does not mean that public school and their administration are automatically good. You must look at the record of achievement(or lack of same) to determine quality. Once people realize this fact, we may get the change for the better that our children deserve.

By: J.R.

J.R. — Tue, 01 Jan 2013 16:05:13 +0000

the election results and percentages are here:

http://www.eastbayexpress.com/92510/archives/2012/11/06/november-2012-east-bay-election-results

By: J.R.

J.R. — Tue, 01 Jan 2013 16:03:30 +0000

One thing is for sure, ex-director Spearman lost the election big and should not be handed the seat. The people voted for change and they should get it(the board should appoint someone qualified and skip the extra expense of a special election).

By: SaveOurSchools

SaveOurSchools — Mon, 24 Dec 2012 19:02:33 +0000

These school board elections have brought a lot to light about the school district in general. Many of the people who have sat on the board in the present and the past have interests that do not match the community interests. In this election Hodge, Torres and Harris were back by donors with very specific interests (charters, a corporate executive and a venture capitalist). Who has our children’s true interest at heart. There is more info on this topic in this article: http://classroomstruggle.org/2012/12/24/election-2012-the-true-impact-on-oakland-schools/

By: Juanster

Juanster — Fri, 21 Dec 2012 03:25:14 +0000

Gentlemen prefer blonds.

By: oaklandedlandscape

oaklandedlandscape — Fri, 21 Dec 2012 00:47:29 +0000

This move by Spearman is not surprising. She never thought Harris had a chance at the polls, and then she lost big. I’d be upset too if I thought I had the support of my constituents, only to have them turn their backs on you. The voters do not want her. She should move on. Worst case scenario is a special election. If she runs again, she will have lost twice (or find another legal challenge). Maybe Harris moves right smack dab into the district, and then runs again. Best case scenario, judge rules in favor of Harris. Either way, Spearman loses twice.

Gallo will be remembered for his service and for leaving graciously. Spearman. Not so much.

By: Fact check

Fact check — Thu, 20 Dec 2012 22:37:31 +0000

Exactly! City Clerk and City Attorney never checked with the Alameda County Registrar of Voters, who will likely and ultimately be called upon to decide this case. It’s the registrar of voters that runs elections for san Leandro unified since its boundaries are not coterminous with city of san Leandro boundaries. Nevertheless, oakland city council must address the flaw in the charter as it relates to Sheffield village and the mandate of the city charter and school district boundaries.