AROC Action

AROC Action’s endorsements for the election on June 2, 2026 are here! These endorsements reflect months of conversations with many of you, other organizers, community members, and partners across our base. Amid growing challenges facing our communities, we remain committed to candidates who advance our vision. They include consultations, candidate responses to the AROC Action questionnaire, and over 2,000 votes from AROC Action members. Our endorsed candidates have demonstrated a commitment to: Advancing racial, social and economic justice Ending the criminalization of our communities Protecting and defending immigrant rights Opposing U.S. foreign policy that fuels violence abroad and at home including, war, genocide and militarism Investing in healthcare, education, and housing AROC Action is proud to jointly endorse Saikat Chakrabarti and Connie Chan in the CA-11 congressional race. At a time of deep crisis for our communities here and in our homelands, we believe both candidates can offer critical leadership aligned with progressive values. Learn more here: /endorsements/ Link in bio. More endorsements may be added in the coming weeks.

We’ve Forced a Consensus on the Gaza Genocide — On Senator Scott Wiener & the CA-11 Race This week has shown that the political tides around Palestine are shifting rapidly and it is critical for our movement to continue our advance. All three viable candidates in the CA-11 race to represent San Francisco in the U.S. House of Representatives have clearly recognized that Israel is committing genocide in Gaza and understand how important Palestine will be in the midterm elections. This now includes Senator Scott Wiener, a state legislator with one of the most pro-Israel track records in the state of California. Senator Wiener’s reversal represents how far the electorate has shifted on the issue of Palestine. The CA-11 seat has been held by Speaker Emerita Nancy Pelosi, a staunchly pro-Israel Democrat, for nearly 40 years. As the race to replace her accelerates, we are sure of one thing: we are truly in a new era and Palestine will be a top issue for many at the ballot box in this and future election cycles. The sea change in politics on Palestine is evident, and AROC Action is proud of the role we played in advancing this shift. Senator Wiener’s statement comes after years of using his office to harm to the state’s Palestinian, Arab and Muslim communities. This includes: - Demonizing AROC and its leadership both publicly and privately for over a decade. - Attempting to block Arabic language pathways in SF public schools. - Attempting to influence Supervisors to vote against the San Francisco ceasefire resolution. - Coordinating pressure campaigns to get people fired over pro-Palestine advocacy. - Undermining the state’s Ethnic Studies program over inclusion of the history of Palestine. - Most recently championing pro-Israel public education censorship bill AB 715. Whatever motivates Senator Wiener’s recent pivot on Israel’s genocide in Gaza, it is nevertheless important to have as many U.S. elected officials as possible acknowledge the reality in Palestine for there to be change in policy. Statement continues in the comments ⬇️

California should lead in protecting free speech, not censoring it. If it happens here it can happen in your state too. AB 715 = Trump’s definition of “antisemitism” used to punish teachers who talk about Palestine. Governor Newsom—prove you’re not using the MAGA playbook: VETO AB 715. Set the standard don’t let our education system get censored. #VetoAB715 @gavinnewsom @CAgovernor @thisisgavinnewsom

Giving back feels even better when we do it together! ❤️ We are so excited to partner with the Arab Resource & Organizing Center (AROC) for their annual Eid al-Adha Toy Drive. Help us bring joy to children in our community this Eid!🌙✨ How to help: 📍Drop-off Location: 1347 Pierce St San Francisco, CA 94115 ⏰ Hours: Mon-Fri 8:30AM - 3:00PM 🎁 Donations: New, unwrapped toys Every gift makes a difference. Let’s make this Eid unforgettable!🎁🙏 DM us for questions #eidtoydrive #communitysupport #aroc #ccfc #eidaladha

Hear from Nikki Fortunado Bas (@nikkiforallofus ), District 5 Supervisor from the Alameda County Board of Supervisors, who attended last month’s Mass Meeting and honored the community’s commitment to stopping military cargo from departing from Oakland Airport. “I have been so moved by …. people who have come to me as an elected official,” Supervisor Bas said. “Calling for a ceasefire, calling for ethical investment, and now, for an arms embargo.” As more elected officials speak up for an Oakland Arms Embargo, our demands become that much more of a reality. Join the growing movement at armsembargonow.com, where you can learn more and plug in (link in bio).

Ahead of Eid Al-Adha, AROC will be taking Toy donations for San Francisco Arab and Muslim families. Amidst rising costs, cuts to city services, and ongoing war against our homelands, help us give back to the working families in our community! Toy donations will be accepted at AROC’s Office in San Francisco at 522 Valencia Street. Donations will be accepted on the following days and times: Thursday, May 14, 10am-5pm Friday, May 15, 10am-5pm Thursday, May 21, 10am-5pm Friday, May 22, 10am-5pm Please donate only new or like-new toys! DM us for questions, or reach out to [email protected]. As always, you can support AROC’s work by donating at bit.ly/donatetoAROC Thank you for your tireless support of our community!

THE PEOPLE’S NEWSLETTER — Sign the petition to receive newsletter updates from the Oakland People’s Arms Embargo campaign! From shutting down the Oakland Airport to making our voices loud and clear at the port commision meetings, to creating a newsletter to reach the masses! Over 22,000 people and counting have signed on demanding an end to military cargo shipments being sent to Israel through OAK. Sign and share our petition at ArmsEmbargoNow.com/Petition Thank you to our partner and endorser @theshawarmaji for supporting our campaign and generously sponsoring lunch for our mass meeting! Go show Shawarmaji some love at 2100 Franklin Street in Oakland. #armsembargonow #ceasefire #freepalestine #stopwar #endtheblockade

DEFEND PALESTINE IN EDUCATION: PHONE AND EMAIL ZAP! We need to flood Assembly Speaker Rivas with calls and emails demanding that he allow AB 2159 to be heard. This year we supported Assembly member Robert Garcia in introducing AB 2159, a bill that addresses the grave issues of censorship of Palestine in AB 715, and creates safeguards to protect students and educators. However, Assembly Speaker Rivas is not allowing AB 2159 to be heard in committee. He is holding it back, and this is unacceptable. ------------ Call Rivas's Office: (916) 319-2029 "I’m calling to urge Assembly Speaker Rivas to assign AB 2159 to committee. This bill is crucial in addressing the serious problems with AB 715, and deserves to have a hearing." Link in bio for an easy email form, or go to bit.ly/AB2159CA

San Francisco showed up and showed out for May Day! As our people locally and globally face the brutal impacts of the billionaire class’ increased repression, militarism, and fascist agendas, we will continue to stand together and fight until we see liberation and justice for us all.

“We’ve watched our government support genocide against the Palestinian people using our tax dollars. We demand an Oakland People’s Arms Embargo Now!” AROC Member Leader, Islam, uplifting international solidarity and the demand for an Oakland People's Arms Embargo at the @oaklandsinfronteras May Day rally and March!

On May Day, we honor the power, dignity, and solidarity of workers everywhere and today, that spirit showed up in action. Oakland People Arms Embargo organizers took collective action at the Oakland airport, bringing the message directly to a global crossroads: workers deserve justice, and our labor should never be complicit in genocide. End all shipments of military cargo from the Port of Oakland to Israel and demand an Oakland Arms Embargo on Israel. We carry with us the imagery of our Arms Embargo mural from Clarion Alley, created in collaboration with Art Forces, a visual reminder that art and activism move together. What lives on a wall in our community can and must travel into the spaces where decisions are made and systems are upheld. May Day is not just about recognition. It’s about action. And today, our community showed what that looks like. Learn more and sign the petition armsembargonow.com

Join the AROC contingent tomorrow at May Day for the Workers Over Billionaires March! 📍Embarcadero Plaza in San Francisco 🕓 Friday, May 1st, at 4PM We march to say: NO to war, NO to ICE, NO to militarism, and NO to our tax dollars funding imperialist expansion abroad. We demand: Defend immigrants, protect workers rights, and a Free Palestine!