2011 Oakland general strike

The 2011 Oakland general strike was a demonstration held in Oakland, California on November 2, 2011 as part of the larger Occupy Oakland movement.

2011 Oakland general strike
Part of Occupy Oakland
The front of a marching crowd carrying a large banner. The banner reads "General Strike!"
DateNovember 2, 2011 (2011-11-02)
Location
Oakland, California, United States.
MethodsProtests, rallies, marches, and teach-ins
Resulted in
  • Shut down of Port of Oakland evening shift.
  • Evening confrontation with police results in multiple arrests and allegations of police misconduct.
  • Widespread media reports of violence are condemned by Oakland mayor Jean Quan and City Council members.
Parties
Occupy Oakland
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