John Russo is running for Assembly with a focus on improving education and on issues affecting Oakland’s neediest children. More than half of Oakland’s 9th graders don't graduate from high school, and more than 85% of our sophomores are still not proficient in algebra and English.
As Oakland City Attorney, John Russo created the award-winning Neighborhood Law Corps program, awarded a statewide prize for innovation and achievement on October 6, 2005. The program sends young legal advocates into Oakland neighborhoods to fight blight, shut down drug hot spots, and eliminate unsafe nuisance businesses. The program has made a real difference in many of Oakland’s neediest areas, creating healthier, safer neighborhoods.
John Russo has been a champion of women’s issues. He has fought for tougher penalties and new laws for sex crimes and sex slavery. He worked to implement “Megan’s Law” in Oakland – ensuring that parents are notified when there are dangerous sex predators near our schools and in our neighborhoods -- and fought the use of toxics that could endanger pregnant women in our area. As a member of the Assembly, he will continue to fight and advocate for women’s rights.
John Russo has been active in public service in our area for more than 10 years, serving on Oakland’s City Council before becoming Oakland’s first elected City Attorney. He is a principled leader who gets results and has the experience and knowledge we need representing us in Sacramento.
