CRITICAL TRENDING MATTER - ENOUGH IS ENOUGH

ENOUGH IS ENOUGH — AND AMERICA NEEDS TO WAKE UP! The White House is our house — the People’s House. It belongs to every citizen, every generation, every dreamer who believes in democracy and justice. Yet today, that house — our symbol of unity and freedom — is being torn apart. The East Wing is being demolished to make way for a $200 million ballroom. Private donors, political elites, and profit-driven contractors are funding it while Americans lose jobs, farmland, healthcare, and hope. How can this be? How can we allow this level of disregard, hypocrisy, and greed to happen in plain sight? It’s more than a construction project — it’s a reflection of everything broken: • Money buying influence, loyalty, and silence. • A government turning a blind eye to the people it swore to serve. • A democracy unraveling under the weight of arrogance and apathy. Meanwhile, ICE units are terrorizing families in our cities. The National Guard is being sent into predominantly Blue states under the false pretense of “crime control” — yet the statistics show that many Red states have higher violent crime rates than Oakland, Chicago, or Baltimore. These are not acts of protection — they are acts of intimidation, weaponizing fear and dividing us even further. And while this chaos unfolds, the government shutdown drags on —paralyzing millions of hardworking Americans. Federal workers, farmers, healthcare providers, small businesses, and everyday families are paying the price for political gamesmanship. Let’s be clear: When federal workers don’t get paid, neither should federal lawmakers or the administration. Why should they receive a paycheck, take vacations, or enjoy privileges while the foot soldiers — the ones holding this nation together — struggle to pay rent, buy food, and care for their families? That, right there, is the definition of a hostile work environment. We the People can no longer sit in silence. We must demand better. Write letters. Flood Congress — Democrats, Republicans, Independents — with one clear message: Do your jobs. Find common ground. Get America back to work. California’s Proposition 50 is one step — a chance to protect democracy, strengthen our voice, and hold leaders accountable. But it doesn’t stop there. Local issues matter too — show up for community clean-ups, support the 580 Freeway Ban, and vote with purpose. Because if we don’t act now, none of us are safe — not our rights, not our values, not our future. This isn’t about left or right — it’s about right and wrong. It’s about decency, accountability, and the kind of legacy we leave behind. We must restore hope, integrity, and purpose to our nation. We are the people they’ve been waiting for. We are the voice of reason, the force of change, and the heart of this democracy. And we will take it back — together. I am simply asking Where Do We Go from Here? Marches are great, Speeches are wonderful, but what is next? Well- Showing up to the polls and voting committed fighters in…. and holding them accountable.

I have a FB post that I am working on, and a form letter that I will be sharing with you all to end to your congress members and senators..

I am tired of being sick and tired…. But I am going to stay in the Faith, so we can win this FIGHT!!!!!

Audree

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To the Honorable Members of the United States Congress and Senate:
I write to you today not as a partisan, but as an American deeply alarmed by what is unfolding in our country. The dismantling of the East Wing of the White House — our People’s House — for a $200 million ballroom is more than construction; it’s a symbol of how disconnected leadership has become from the people it serves.

At the same time, millions of families are struggling through a government shutdown. Federal workers are missing paychecks. Farmers are losing generational land. Healthcare professionals and patients are caught in the middle. Yet, members of Congress and the administration continue to draw salaries and benefits. That is unjust. If the people you represent are not being paid, then neither should you.

Across this nation, ICE operations and National Guard deployments are terrorizing families and communities — particularly in states and cities that don’t align politically with this administration. These acts, framed as “crime control,” have instead created fear, division, and chaos — all funded by us, the taxpayers.

This is not the America we stand for. Our democracy is being weakened from within.

I urge you — as stewards of this nation and servants of the people — to do the following:
1. End the shutdown immediately by reaching a bipartisan agreement that puts people before politics. Stand your ground, Do not give in-Yet Show your collective power from within…
2. Suspend congressional and executive pay for the duration of any government shutdown.
3. Cease the use of federal forces for political intimidation in states and cities exercising lawful self-governance.
4. Reaffirm your commitment to democracy, integrity, and moral leadership.
America cannot afford complacency. The time to act is now. We are demanding accountability, unity, and compassion in the halls of power. The future of our democracy depends on it.

 

Respectfully,

(Name...)

 Citizen of the United States of America

 

Bay Area Women United is a collective of concerned women from across the Bay Area, with a reach that extends nationwide. We are united in our commitment to safeguarding the values and future of our country. 

Our mission:  

Bay Area Women United is committed to elevating communities through education, empowerment, and engagement across all backgrounds to actively participate in influencing policies and decisions that impact the quality of life. 

· Vision:

"We envision a society where leaders are held accountable, governance of the populace is just, human rights are protected, and communities thrive through informed and active participation."

 Teresa Deloach Reed is a retired Fire Chief from the City of Oakland, bringing over thirty years of dedicated service in City Government.  She holds a bachelor's degree in Organizational Leadership and a master's degree in Public Administration. 

Teresa has served on numerous professional boards, including the Bay Area American Red Cross, Alameda Health System Foundation, the State Board of Fire Services, and the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA).

Deeply committed to community service, she is currently active with the Red Cross serving as Chair of the Alameda County Leadership Council, a member of the Urban League of Greater San Francisco Bay Area, a leader within First AME Church, Oakland, and a supporter of Alameda Health System Foundation.

  Mona M. Fosterwhite, licensed attorney for the State of California since 2011.

Areas of practice; Estate Planning and Probate.

“My goal is to educate members of our community with a clear understanding of what is available to protect what you value most; yourself, your assets and your family’s future, by utilizing the tools available to reach YOUR goals”.

I enjoy sharing my knowledge and time by providing resources through volunteer activities, which include being an active member of the Los Medanos College Foundation Board since 2017. I will also be serving with the Alameda County Bar Association providing free legal services.

Karen Hill, PhD, RN, ANP-C, MSN,

Health Management Associates and KLH Consulting: Innovations in Healthcare

Karen Hill has over thirty years’ experience healthcare. She has a specialty in environmental and occupational health and clinical training in adult, adolescent, and young adult health. An expert in workplace health and safety, Dr. Hill is skilled in workforce assessment, engagement, and development. Her clinical capabilities span primary care, acute care, outpatient care, home health care transitions, and trauma-informed systems of care. She is experienced in the social determinants of health and health disparities and community engagement of underserved populations. Dr. Hill brings both clinical and administrative perspectives to client projects. She was clinic manager for Glide Health Services, a nurse-led clinic serving a largely unhoused, racially diverse population in San Francisco. Dr. Hill earned both her doctorate in from the University of California, San Francisco. She received her bachelor’s degree in nursing from the University of San Francisco.  

Ethel Howze  

Ethel Howze has devoted her life to enhancing Oakland’s quality of life through decades of dedicated public service. Beginning her career in 1969 at Arroyo Viejo Recreation Center, she rose through leadership roles to become Recreation General Supervisor. Ethel pioneered innovative programs such as mobile recreation, teen clubs, and Play Day in the Plaza, and co-founded Oakland’s first Youth Commission with Mayor Elihu Harris. An active member of Alpha Kappa Alpha and Links Incorporated, she has championed youth development and scholarship. Her visionary leadership and lifelong commitment have left an enduring legacy on Oakland’s recreation, equity, and community engagement. 

Judy Martin-Holland is an Oakland native and seasoned health care professional with over forty years of experience in clinical practice, leadership & administration, global health, education & regulation of the health professions, health policy, and health equity. She has been a long-term advocate for diversity of the health professions and for healthcare system change focused on access, cost, quality, and population health – focused on meeting the needs of both individual patients/families, and the community.

Judy holds a Doctor of Philosophy degree in Nursing (UCSF), a Master’s degree in Nursing (UCSF), a Master of Public Administration, focused on public policy & organizational leadership (Cal State Hayward/East Bay), and a bachelor’s degree in Nursing (Chico State).

Judy serves on the board of a senior housing community in Oakland, as a member of the Public Interest Panel of the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education, a life member of the National Black Nurses Association/Bay Area Black Nurses Association, and on two American Academy of Nursing expert panels: global health and health equity.

Audree V. Jones-Taylor is a trailblazing leader with over four decades of experience shaping parks, recreation, and public service to uplift communities. From serving as Director of Oakland Parks and Recreation to Chief of Staff for Baltimore Public Works, she has championed equity, access, and innovation in urban programming. An accomplished author, consultant, and mentor, Audree continues to inspire organizations and individuals with her vision for inclusive leadership. She holds a Master’s in Leadership from St. Mary’s College and a B.S. in Business Administration from the University of Redlands. Audree serves as an Emeritus Board Member for the MLK Freedom Center.