We Are the 99%: Reporting, Organizing, and Building Power on the Peninsula
Welcome to the digital home of the movement in Redwood City and across the San Mateo County peninsula. We are a living, breathing collective of residents, workers, students, and neighbors who recognize that the economic and political system is rigged in favor of the wealthiest 1%. This site is not an archive; it is our active front line. Here, we coordinate direct action, share unfiltered news from the ground, and build the solidarity needed to create a community that works for everyone.
From the Streets to the Suites: Direct Action & Accountability
Our power is built through visible, collective action. Whether it's greeting a visiting presidential candidate at the Sofitel with a reminder of the 99%, standing with tenants facing unjust evictions, or rallying with labor unions for fair wages, we bring the moral imperative for economic justice directly to the doorsteps of power. We believe in strategic, peaceful confrontation that highlights inequality and demands change. Our actions are meticulously planned, deeply rooted in our community alliances, and designed to amplify voices that are too often silenced.
You will find timely announcements for upcoming events, thorough recaps of our demonstrations, and analysis that connects our local efforts to the broader struggle against economic disparity. We document not just our protests, but the partnerships that make them possible—from the Raging Grannies and the San Mateo Labor Council to Occupy San Jose and ACCE.
Our Community, Our Stories: Beyond the Headlines
Mainstream media often overlooks the human stories behind the statistics of inequality. This platform centers those narratives. We report on the realities of housing insecurity in a region dominated by tech wealth, the fight for worker dignity in service industries, and the community-led alternatives to a system that prioritizes profit over people. Our mission is to inform, educate, and agitate our neighbors, showing that the issues we face are not individual failures, but systemic ones requiring collective solutions.
For the latest press releases, official statements, and direct media inquiries, our dedicated communications team manages the flow of information. You can always find the most current updates and contact details by visiting our official ORWC Media desk page.
This is more than a website; it's a tool for organization. We are here to channel the frustration of the 99% into focused, effective action. Browse our upcoming events, read the stories from the front lines, learn about our coalition partners, and find out how you can get involved. The movement is alive, and it's right here.