This election, voters in Richmond elected City Council members, West Contra Costa School Board members, and passed Measure U, which changes the way businesses are taxed — it would generate $5 million dollars a year for the city.
Overall, the results show big wins for progressives in Richmond. In this interview with journalist Edward Booth, we find out what it means for the city.
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This interview was produced with help from Marissa Ortega-Welch.