Tag: Afghan American

HAYWARD: Aisha Wahab sworn-in as first Afghan American elected official in U.S.

With heartfelt words, defiance, and a vow to stay true to her values, Hayward Councilmember Aisha Wahab was sworn-in Tuesday night, becoming the first Afghan American elected official in the United States. "I ran because I believed the people of Hayward were hurting and struggling," Wahab said after taking her seat on the council dais. … Continue reading HAYWARD: Aisha Wahab sworn-in as first Afghan American elected official in U.S. →

STEVE TAVARES IS ANGRY-Episode 4: Hayward City Council candidate Aisha Wahab

Hayward City Council candidate Aisha Wahab turned heads two weeks ago by reporting a haul of campaign contributions that was more than double the combined amount by her two incumbent opponents. Aisha Wahab joins the Hot Seat for an interview about her vision for Hayward. In The Breakdown, I take a look at Hayward's mayoral … Continue reading STEVE TAVARES IS ANGRY-Episode 4: Hayward City Council candidate Aisha Wahab →