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A progressive candidate is emerging as a formidable contender in the 2024 San Francisco mayoral race, challenging the city’s political status quo and sparking new debates on housing and social equity.
San Francisco faces a political shift as progressive mayoral candidate, once seen as an underdog, gains momentum amid rising crime and drug abuse. Voters seek new solutions to urgent public safety challenges.
A mega-rich oligarch linked to Putin reportedly disrupted plans for a Bay Area homeless shelter, sparking controversy and raising concerns over foreign influence in local community projects.
The Washington Post reports on China’s expanding reach of repression into U.S. cities, detailing how Beijing pressures American communities and activists to silence dissent, raising concerns over foreign influence on American soil.
A recent shift in San Francisco politics signals growing dissatisfaction among Asian American voters, serving as a cautionary message to Democrats ahead of the 2024 elections, CNN reports.
The UK government is set to launch its pioneering Institute for AI Safety in San Francisco, aiming to lead global efforts in AI risk mitigation and ethical innovation. The institute opens its doors later this year.
A non-citizen Chinese immigrant has been sworn in as a member of San Francisco’s Election Commission, marking a historic moment in local governance and sparking discussions on voting rights and immigrant inclusion.
A Silicon Valley tech baron is funding efforts to reduce San Francisco’s homeless population, labeling them “blues.” Critics argue his approach raises ethical concerns amid the city’s ongoing housing crisis.
In a rare electoral twist, rival candidates urge voters to support both, challenging traditional competition. This unusual message highlights evolving political strategies and voter engagement in the latest race.
Former President Trump has set his sights on a key achievement by Nancy Pelosi in San Francisco, intensifying political clashes. The New York Times details the latest developments and its potential impact.
When a prominent pro-Trump crypto entrepreneur sought to expand his influence in San Francisco, local elites pushed back, raising concerns about politics clashing with the city’s progressive tech culture.
The New York Times explores how Asian American voters played a pivotal role in the 2022 San Francisco recall election, demanding recognition and influence in local politics, reshaping the city’s power dynamics.
San Francisco politics, often described as a “gladiator ring,” has been shaped by fierce women leaders. These trailblazers battled entrenched systems to drive transformative change across America, spotlighted in a new Los Angeles Times feature.
Former California Governor Willie Brown candidly remarked on Kamala Harris, saying, “She’ll deport my ass,” highlighting his sharp view of Harris’s tough stance on immigration, as reported by Politico.
A recent Washington Monthly article challenges the perception of San Francisco as a liberal bastion, revealing its complex political history and highlighting conservative influences that have shaped the city’s past and present.
Nancy Pelosi’s journey from a San Francisco housewife to Speaker of the House highlights her strategic prowess and resilience. Her rise marks a historic shift, making her the most powerful woman in US politics.
Michael Moritz, a prominent venture capitalist and San Francisco native, advocates for inclusive growth and equitable housing policies. His vision aims to balance innovation with community needs in the city’s future.
Salvadoran American voters in San Francisco show mixed reactions to the city’s tough-on-crime policies. The community remains divided over law enforcement strategies amid rising concerns about public safety.
Daniel Lurie, heir to the Levi Strauss fortune, has been elected mayor of San Francisco. His victory marks a new chapter for the city, promising a focus on housing and homelessness reform, officials say.