Sheng Thao, the Mayor of Oakland, discusses the unprecedented recall election she faces after just two years in office. She delves into the city's significant budget deficit, public safety concerns, and the ongoing challenge of homelessness. Thao shares her initiatives aimed at improving community wellbeing and the political dynamics at play, including the influence of affluent donors. With an FBI investigation looming in the background, she remains committed to her leadership and urges voters to allow her to complete her term.
