Editor’s Note: This article comes to us from Ken Epstein, a reporter for The Oakland Post, covering the City of Oakland’s decision to honor Cassandra Lopez as Mother of the Year. Lopez is a contributor to People’s World who has also served as a leader in the CPUSA in Northern California for many years. We congratulate Cassie on the honor and thank Ken Epstein for permission to reprint his article. OAKLAND—The City of Oakland recognized Cassandra…