Newsom dispatches additional prosecutors to Oakland’s lenient DA
Soros-backed Pamela Price Advocates for Lenient Sentencing Policies
California governor Gavin Newsom (D.) is taking action to combat crime in Oakland and its surrounding area, as efforts to remove the county’s lenient prosecutor, who is backed by George Soros, gain momentum.
“An arrest isn’t enough,” Newsom stated on Thursday when announcing the deployment. “Justice demands that suspects are appropriately prosecuted.”
Pamela Price, the district attorney for the Oakland area, who is facing a recall after just one year in office, expressed gratitude for the support “in this fight against organized retail crime and the scourge of Fentanyl in our community.”
The governor’s decision comes at a time when Oakland is grappling with a significant increase in crime. On Tuesday, Newsom sent 120 state troopers to Oakland and the surrounding county. The surge in crime has prompted a recall effort against Price, who campaigned against incarceration and promised to review unfair prosecutions and excessive sentencing practices. During her tenure as DA, she sentenced a teenager linked to three murders to only seven years in prison and made it possible for gang members who murdered a toddler to be eligible for parole. A poll conducted last fall revealed that a majority of Oakland residents would vote to replace her as DA, with only 28 percent having a favorable view of her, while 92 percent listed reducing crime as a top priority.
According to the governor’s office, the state attorneys will focus on “increasing the prosecutions” of individuals who have committed violent crimes, property crimes, and “serious” drug-related felonies. Last year, Oakland experienced a 21 percent increase in violent crime, with robberies rising by 38 percent and vehicle thefts spiking by 44 percent.
Meanwhile, a local voter coalition called Save Alameda for Everyone is actively collecting signatures to recall Price. The coalition is led by a mother whose son was fatally shot in Oakland in 2010 and the former president of the local Chinatown Chamber of Commerce. To qualify the recall for the November ballot, the group needs to gather over 73,000 signatures by mid-March. They argue that Price “is failing us in her responsibility to enforce the law, prosecute criminals, and keep violent offenders off our streets.”
Price received $130,000 from Soros during her unsuccessful 2018 campaign for district attorney. She also enjoys financial support from the wives of California millionaires, who have contributed to the soft-on-crime transformation of the state’s justice system.
While Governor Newsom’s decision to deploy prosecutorial backup is commendable, what other measures can be taken to address the root causes of crime and create a safer environment in Oakland and its surrounding areas
Mes as a response to growing concerns over rising crime rates in Oakland and the surrounding areas. According to reports, there has been a significant increase in organized retail crime and the distribution of the dangerous drug, Fentanyl, in the community.
Governor Newsom’s move to deploy prosecutorial backup to Oakland aims to address these issues by ensuring that suspects are held accountable for their actions. This decision comes at a crucial time when efforts to remove the lenient prosecutor, Pamela Price, who is supported by philanthropist George Soros, gain traction.
The lenient sentencing policies advocated by Price have been a subject of criticism and concern among residents and law enforcement agencies alike. The recall campaign against her, just one year into her tenure, reflects the frustration and dissatisfaction with her approach to prosecuting criminals.
Price’s response to the governor’s decision has been positive, expressing gratitude for the support in the fight against organized retail crime and the Fentanyl crisis. This alignment between the governor and the district attorney in combating these serious criminal issues is a positive step forward for the community.
However, it is important to note that this move also raises questions about the effectiveness of the criminal justice system in addressing the root causes of crime. While increased prosecutorial action may provide temporary relief, it is essential to address the underlying issues that contribute to criminal behavior.
Effective crime prevention strategies involve a comprehensive approach that includes community engagement, investment in education and job opportunities, and addressing socioeconomic disparities. By addressing these fundamental issues, we can create an environment where crime rates decline and communities thrive.
In conclusion, Governor Newsom’s decision to send prosecutorial backup to Oakland’s lenient district attorney is a step in the right direction to tackle the rising crime rates in the area. However, it is crucial to approach this issue holistically and address the underlying causes of crime to create a safer and more prosperous community for all.
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