Who is Berkeley City Council candidate Syrak Micael?
"Locally and in the UC system, we must serve disenfranchised residents and make our community accessible."
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Election 2026: Who is running for Berkeley Council District 4?
We posed a dozen questions to both candidates running for the Berkeley City Council District 4 (downtown) seat in November 2026.
Who is Berkeley City Council candidate Majdi Gaith Abuhamdieh?
"I am running because working families, tenants, students and small businesses deserve better."
Who is Berkeley City Council candidate Igor Tregub?
"Now more than ever, experienced focused leadership is essential to help us meet this moment."
Election 2026: Who is running for Berkeley Council District 1?
We posed a dozen questions to all five candidates running for the District 1 (northwest Berkeley) City Council in November 2026.
Who is Berkeley City Council candidate Daria Wrubel?
"Now more than ever, Berkeley needs to stand strong as a place of hope, resistance, and community."
Who is Berkeley City Council candidate Ross Bernet?
"I'm running to make Berkeley more affordable, create safer streets, grow our tax base, and provide efficient city services."