IN THE NEWS
In the News
The Bay City Beacon: Guest Opinion – Jovanka Beckles is the Wrong Candidate on Housing
My opponent has stated – on multiple occasions – that “we don’t suffer from a housing shortage crisis.”
The Bay City Beacon: Fact Check: Beckles’ and Her Supporters’ Attacks Against Wicks Are False – Guest Opinion
A lot of misinformation has been spread about contributions to my campaign. I have accepted $0 in corporate donations, and 80% of my contributions are under $500.
Berkeleyside campaign profile
Thank you to Frances Dinkelspiel and Berkeleyside for your profile covering our campaign!
KQED Forum with Buffy Wicks
Haven’t been able to make it to a forum or debate yet? Listen to this morning’s KQED’s Forum – I joined Michael Krasny and my opponent to discuss the issues facing AD15.
Opinion: Buffy Wicks is the best choice for the 15th Assembly District
Thank you to former Senator Loni Hancock and former Mayor Tom Bates for sharing in today’s Berkeleyside why they support my campaign for State Assembly
The San Francisco Chronicle Endorses Buffy Wicks for Assembly!
I’m very excited to announce that the San Francisco Chronicle just endorsed our campaign for State Assembly!
Oakland Post: Political Candidates Pledge to Refuse Donations From Coal Terminal Developer
I’m proud to have signed the pledge to refuse donations from those trying to transport coal through Oakland.
Buffy Featured in KQED: The Long Run
I was excited to sit down and speak to KQED for their series “The Long Run” – covering the record number of women running for office this year.
BEYONDCHRON, Opinion: Buffy Wicks is the Progressive Champion that AD 15 needs
Grateful for the words of support from Vincent Casalaina, former Northern Vice Chair for the Progressive Caucus of the California Democratic Party, and Emeryville Councilmember Dianne Martinez in today’s Berkeleyside. Both Vincent and Dianne are leading progressive voices in #AD15, and having them in my corner means the world to me.
BERKELEYSIDE, Opinion: The Buffy Wicks we know: Progressive champion who gets results
Grateful for the words of support from Vincent Casalaina, former Northern Vice Chair for the Progressive Caucus of the California Democratic Party, and Emeryville Councilmember Dianne Martinez in today’s Berkeleyside. Both Vincent and Dianne are leading progressive voices in #AD15, and having them in my corner means the world to me.
EAST BAY TIMES: Obama endorses East Bay Assembly Candidate Buffy Wicks
ICYMI: coverage of President Barack Obama’s endorsement in today’s East Bay Times: “Among the set of candidates endorsed by former President Barack Obama this week was East Bay Assembly District 15 candidate Buffy Wicks— who worked for him leading up to and during his presidency.
EASTBAYTIMES: Assembly hopeful Wicks offers refreshing insight
I’m so excited to share that I’ve now been endorsed by two of our hometown newspapers of record: the East Bay Express and the East Bay Times! “We recommend Buffy Wicks… The 40-year-old Oakland resident offers a blend of the district’s liberal politics with policy sophistication that’s often missing across the political spectrum. She is thoughtful and articulate, has carefully studied state issues, and is an independent thinker who could make a significant contribution to the legislative debate in Sacramento.” #AD15
BERKELEYSIDE: Opinion: Breastfeeding on the campaign trail
Having my baby daughter, JoJo, saved me emotionally from the deep despair of the 2016 election results.
EAST BAY TIMES: How did political newcomer Buffy Wicks lead Assembly District 15 race?
“First, a front-runner seems to have emerged: Buffy Wicks. She has combined an unmatched ability to fundraise with her astute on-the-ground campaign of house meetings to pull ahead of the pack.”
EAST BAY EXPRESS: In the 15th Assembly District, Six Candidates Appear to Have a Shot at the Top Two Spots
“First, a front-runner seems to have emerged: Buffy Wicks. She has combined an unmatched ability to fundraise with her astute on-the-ground campaign of house meetings to pull ahead of the pack.”
OAKLAND POST: Buffy Wicks Fights for 15th District Assemblymember Seat
“With 130 house parties, nearly 1400 signatures gathered and a team of over 500 volunteers, Buffy Wicks has set her sights on becoming the next 15th District Assemblymember.”
BERKELEYSIDE: Buffy Wicks makes pitch to Assembly voters, one living room at a time
“‘You find solutions to problems in these living rooms,’ Wicks said. ‘To me that’s really the beauty of community organizing.'”
EAST BAY TIMES: Assembly hopeful Wicks offers refreshing insight
“Wicks is a new and refreshing political face in the East Bay. As the political old guard moves on, she’s just the sort of person the region needs to fill the void.”
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