"When you see something that is not right, not fair, not just, you have to speak up. You have to say something; you have to do something."
John Lewis
1940-2020
THE OAKMONT PROGRESSIVES CLUB
Our Next Event
Dec 12, 6:00 PM
East Rec Center
It's time for the Progressive's annual holiday potluck. Join fellow progressives for delicious food and stimulating conversation.
"Every American has the right to a job, an adequate wage and decent living, a decent home, medical care, economic protection during sickness, accident, old age or unemployment, and a good education."
Franklin Delano Roosevelt
1882-1945
Our representative democracy is not working because the Congress that is supposed to represent the voters does not respond to their needs. I believe the chief reason for this is that it is ruled by a small group of old men.
Shirley Chisholm
1924-2005
Join the Discussion
The Oakmont Progressives Club has added an Issues section to this website exclusively for members to share their opinions on newsworthy events. Topics include the war in Ukraine, voter suppression, and more. Featured are videos, articles and opinions that provide critical insight into some of the pressing issues of our time. In addition, Oakmonters are welcome to contribute their ideas and opinions by joining an ongoing discussion on each page.
“The time is always right to do what is right.”
Martin Luther King
1929-1968
Our Latest Video
The State is Logging Your Redwood Forest.
OPC founder Vince Taylor updates efforts to save Jackson Forest from the lumber industry.
"Fight for the things that you care about, but do it in a way that will lead others to join you."
Ruth Bader Ginsburg
1933-2020