For the first time, 16- and 17-year-olds in Oakland and Berkeley can vote in school board elections.

For the first time, 16- and 17-year-olds in Oakland and Berkeley, California, can vote in local school board elections this November, following the approval of Measure QQ in 2020. This decision, aimed at giving youth a voice in educational decisions, addresses concerns like school safety and resources. Around 1,000 students registered to vote, marking a significant step in youth civic engagement and accountability in their education.

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