Copwatch: Local Opinion/Politics Roundup

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On April 27, we should be proud of our California representative, Woolsey, who's been arrested for protesting Darfur on the steps of the Sudanese embassy; an Oakland 'Copwatch' group is formed; and political ads that take that step over the line of truth, already?

Microsoft's Mundie and Google's Schmidt have been appointed to President Obama's Council of Advisors on Science and Technology. Techflash

A correction for Mayor Gavin Newsom's gubernatorial campaign video that steals credit from other politicians. SFBG

Rep. Lynn Woolsey, a Marin Democrat, was arrested at the Sudanese embassy this morning while protesting with the Save Darfur Coalition. Chron

Oakland residents form 'Copwatch' watchdog group after Oscar Grant murder in January 2009. Indybay

Reformers and activists take control of the California State Democratic Party at their convention. BeyondChron

Migden could face serious issues in running for District 10 Supervisor. BeyondChron

Op-Ed: The view of Newsom's gubernatorial candidacy from L.A. Chron

Op-Ed: More thoughts on how to vote in the May special elections. Chron

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