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Watch Now: Dr Butch Ware’s Vision for California in Exclusive Tavis Smiley Interview
Green Party gubernatorial candidate Dr. Butch Ware shares his platform for universal healthcare, affordable housing, and criminal justice reform for systemic change in an in-depth interview with Tavis Smiley on KBLA Talk 1580.

Dr Butch Ware, Lauren Jauregui + Chad Brown: Virtual Event | 13 April @ 5 PM PT / 8 PM ET
Join Green Party gubernatorial candidate Dr Butch Ware and activist Lauren Jauregui for a livestream, organized by Green Party of Alameda County, LEAP and General Strike US, on April 13 at 5 PM PT, 8 PM ET about transforming California's political system. Learn how grassroots organizing can challenge the status quo.

TAG24 NEWS | Butch Ware Backs California Reparations Agency, Criticizes Newsom in Governor Bid
Green Party candidate Dr. Butch Ware advocates for California reparations agency, criticizes Governor Newsom for vetoing key legislation, and pushes for justice for descendants of American Freedmen in his 2026 gubernatorial bid.

Meet Dr Butch Ware Candidate For CA Governor | April 6 - San Jose, Ca
Join us for this special opportunity to meet Dr. Butch Ware in person! As the Green Party's 2024 Vice Presidential Candidate and current gubernatorial candidate for California, Dr. Ware is traveling across the state to connect with communities like ours.
This is your chance to discuss local concerns directly with a national Green Party leader who's fighting for social justice, true democracy, ecological wisdom, and PEACE. Dr. Ware is eager to hear from Greens and allies alike as he builds his vision for a better California.
The venue is fully accessible, and refreshments will be provided. No registration required—just bring your questions and ideas!

Stream Now: 94.1 KPFA Hard Knock Radio | Butch Ware on Culture, Resistance & Building Power
Professor Butch Ware, hip hop artist and Green Party VP candidate, discusses cultural resistance, student activism, and community power building on KPFA's Hard Knock Radio with Davey D.

The Power to End Genocide: Virtual Event | 29 March 5PM PT/8PM ET
Join California Green Party gubernatorial candidate Butch Ware and special guest Guy Christensen for an evening of power building, developing the political strength to end American genocide, at home and abroad.

From Malcolm X to Palestine: A Global Struggle for Justice With Dr Butch Ware
In this compelling interview, Dr. Butch Ware—2026 California gubernatorial candidate and former Green Party vice-presidential nominee—joins hosts Karan Singh and Zarefah Baroud to examine the global dimensions of social justice movements. This powerful conversation explores the historical and contemporary parallels between the American civil rights movement and Palestinian liberation struggle, highlighting how these movements share common goals of freedom, equality, and human dignity.
Green Party Interfaith Iftar Dinner | 22 March - Irving, Tx
Join the Green Party's Interfaith Iftar Dinner featuring Dr. Butch Ware, Rev. Smith, and Dr. Armintor. Discuss policy, community, and political revolution in Irving, TX.
Butch Ware, Jill Stein, Susan Abulhawa + Rathbone | 8 March, 5PM PT / 8PM ET
A no-holds-barred evening with Butch Ware, Jill Stein, Susan Abulhawa and Rathbone, heavy-hitters who are against the corrupt two-party system.
Hear directly from leaders who've been on the front lines of political revolution and learn how we can work together to create real change.

Dr. Butch Ware Takes a Stand Against Governor Newsom’s ICE Collaboration
Green Party gubernatorial candidate Dr. Butch Ware strongly condemns Governor Gavin Newsom’s plan to veto AB 15, a bill aimed at limiting California’s collaboration with ICE. Ware criticizes the governor’s stance, calling it "compliant and complicit" with federal overreach and a threat to immigrant rights. As part of his campaign, he pledges to end CDCR’s cooperation with ICE and build a California that protects all its residents. Ware will officially launch his campaign on February 22 at the California State Capitol, inviting the public and press to join his vision for a more just and inclusive state.

Dr Butch Ware (Green Party) Launches Campaign For California Governor 2026
Dr. Butch Ware, former Vice Presidential nominee of the Green Party, has officially launched his campaign for California Governor in the 2026 election. Running on a platform of social justice, grassroots democracy, and sustainability, Ware aims to challenge the corporate-dominated political landscape by advocating for policies that put Californians first. His vision includes climate action, healthcare reform, and electoral changes like ranked-choice voting. Committed to redirecting funds from unnecessary wars to domestic needs, Ware’s campaign offers an alternative for voters frustrated with the two-party system. Learn more and join the movement at www.butchware4gov.org.