Josh Koehn

San Francisco Mayor <a href="https://sfstandard.com/2023/06/20/london-breed-mayor-san-francisco-drugs-homelessness-crime-economy-election/">London Breed</a>’s road to reelection could be rocky if polling is to be trusted, but numbers released by her campaign Monday show she can still cast a wide fundraising net.

London Breed saved herself. Can she save San Francisco?

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San Francisco Mayor <a href="https://sfstandard.com/2023/06/20/london-breed-mayor-san-francisco-drugs-homelessness-crime-economy-election/">London Breed</a>’s road to reelection could be rocky if polling is to be trusted, but numbers released by her campaign Monday show she can still cast a wide fundraising net.

Between March 1 and the end of June, Breed reeled in more than $200,000 from 667 contributors, according to her campaign. With money raised earlier in the year and in 2022—Breed was initially expected to run for reelection this fall—the mayor has now accumulated more than $451,000 total from 1,581 donors. Of that amount, she retained $298,382 as of July 1 after paying for staff and logistical costs for fundraising.&nbsp;

Between March 1 and the end of June, Breed reeled in more than $200,000 from 667 contributors, according to her campaign. With money raised earlier in the year and in 2022—Breed was initially expected to run for reelection this fall—the mayor has now accumulated more than $451,000 total from 1,581 donors. Of that amount, she retained $298,382 as of July 1 after paying for staff and logistical costs for fundraising.&nbsp;

“While the mayor is laser-focused on bringing the city back to full strength, we at the campaign are thrilled by the strong show of support and the great success we had in fundraising over a single quarter,” Maggie Muir, a campaign consultant for Breed, said in a statement.

“While the mayor is laser-focused on bringing the city back to full strength, we at the campaign are thrilled by the strong show of support and the great success we had in fundraising over a single quarter,” Maggie Muir, a campaign consultant for Breed, said in a statement.

Breed’s campaign released the numbers to The Standard ahead of paperwork being processed Monday night by the San Francisco Ethics Commission.

Breed’s campaign released the numbers to The Standard ahead of paperwork being processed Monday night by the San Francisco Ethics Commission.

Mayor London Breed claps during the San Francisco Police Department (SFPD) Police Officer of the Month Ceremony at City Hall, in San Francisco on July 26, 2023. | Jeremy Chen/The Standard

<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img src="https://content.sfstandard.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/BreedSFPDOfficerOfTheMonth072623_19.jpg?w=2500" alt="" class="wp-image-186368"/><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Mayor London Breed claps during the SFPD Police Officer of the Month Ceremony at City Hall on July 26, 2023. </figcaption></figure>

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<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img src="https://content.sfstandard.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/BreedSFPDOfficerOfTheMonth072623_19.jpg?w=2500" alt="" class="wp-image-186368"/><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Mayor London Breed claps during the SFPD Police Officer of the Month Ceremony at City Hall on July 26, 2023. </figcaption></figure>

The majority of donations to the mayor (61%) have come from San Franciscans, according to the campaign, while low-dollar donations of less than $250 accounted for 57% of contributions. Notable donors included: Jeremy Stoppelman, founder of Yelp; Lateefah Simon, a BART director; Susie Tompkins Buell, the founder of North Face and a national Democratic donor; John Pritzker, a philanthropist and head of the John Pritzker Family Fund; and Andrea Dew Steele, founder of Emerge California.&nbsp;

The majority of donations to the mayor (61%) have come from San Franciscans, according to the campaign, while low-dollar donations of less than $250 accounted for 57% of contributions. Notable donors included: Jeremy Stoppelman, founder of Yelp; Lateefah Simon, a BART director; Susie Tompkins Buell, the founder of North Face and a national Democratic donor; John Pritzker, a philanthropist and head of the John Pritzker Family Fund; and Andrea Dew Steele, founder of Emerge California.&nbsp;

Breed’s campaign expects to qualify for $300,000 in public matching funds by the end of August. As an incumbent, the mayor can receive up to $1.185 million in total matching funds, while challengers can qualify for up to $1.2 million.

Breed’s campaign expects to qualify for $300,000 in public matching funds by the end of August. As an incumbent, the mayor can receive up to $1.185 million in total matching funds, while challengers can qualify for up to $1.2 million.

Breed first became mayor in an acting role in the early hours of Dec. 12, 2017, after Mayor Ed Lee suffered a heart attack the prior evening while grocery shopping. Seven weeks after Lee’s death, the Board of Supervisors held a vote to appoint then-Supervisor Mark Farrell as interim mayor, which enraged Breed’s supporters. She went on to build a campaign that brought together a diverse set of interests and regained the mayorship—and became San Francisco’s 45th Mayor—by defeating Mark Leno and Jane Kim in a special election in June 2018.

Breed first became mayor in an acting role in the early hours of Dec. 12, 2017, after Mayor Ed Lee suffered a heart attack the prior evening while grocery shopping. Seven weeks after Lee’s death, the Board of Supervisors held a vote to appoint then-Supervisor Mark Farrell as interim mayor, which enraged Breed’s supporters. She went on to build a campaign that brought together a diverse set of interests and regained the mayorship—and became San Francisco’s 45th Mayor—by defeating Mark Leno and Jane Kim in a special election in June 2018.

Breed, a San Francisco native who grew up in public housing in the city’s Western Addition, breezed to reelection in 2019, winning more than 70% of the vote. But many of the plans she had for a first term were shelved due to the pandemic. Breed made a decision to shut down San Francisco before the rest of the Bay Area and nation, and she received high marks in those fraught early days. Six months into the pandemic, <a href="https://www.sfchronicle.com/bayarea/article/Two-big-reasons-S-F-has-the-lowest-death-rate-15597761.php">San Francisco had the lowest per capita death rate</a> among the nation’s largest cities.&nbsp;

Breed, a San Francisco native who grew up in public housing in the city’s Western Addition, breezed to reelection in 2019, winning more than 70% of the vote. But many of the plans she had for a first term were shelved due to the pandemic. Breed made a decision to shut down San Francisco before the rest of the Bay Area and nation, and she received high marks in those fraught early days. Six months into the pandemic, <a href="https://www.sfchronicle.com/bayarea/article/Two-big-reasons-S-F-has-the-lowest-death-rate-15597761.php">San Francisco had the lowest per capita death rate</a> among the nation’s largest cities.&nbsp;

However, while people stayed confined at home, the city saw the death toll from the drug crisis skyrocket, and issues around homelessness and public safety took center stage in four elections last year. A poll this spring found that more than <a href="https://sfstandard.com/business/heres-how-san-francisco-officials-are-doing-on-their-plan-to-save-downtown/">three-quarters of voters believe the city is headed down the wrong track</a>.

However, while people stayed confined at home, the city saw the death toll from the drug crisis skyrocket, and issues around homelessness and public safety took center stage in four elections last year. A poll this spring found that more than <a href="https://sfstandard.com/business/heres-how-san-francisco-officials-are-doing-on-their-plan-to-save-downtown/">three-quarters of voters believe the city is headed down the wrong track</a>.

San Francisco Mayor London Breed (center) and city supervisors attend the Board of Supervisors meeting held in United Nations Plaza in San Francisco on May 23, 2023. | Benjamin Fanjoy for The Standard

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Breed was expected to run for reelection this fall, but voters approved Proposition H last November to move mayoral elections to presidential years. The extended runway to 2024 has handed Breed a more treacherous path to reelection, as polling shows the mayor’s approval ratings have been falling.&nbsp;

Breed was expected to run for reelection this fall, but voters approved Proposition H last November to move mayoral elections to presidential years. The extended runway to 2024 has handed Breed a more treacherous path to reelection, as polling shows the mayor’s approval ratings have been falling.&nbsp;

Potential opponents have started lining up, though only one true challenger has yet to formally roll out a campaign.&nbsp;

Potential opponents have started lining up, though only one true challenger has yet to formally roll out a campaign.&nbsp;

Supervisor <a href="https://sfstandard.com/2023/07/26/ahsha-safai-raises-149k-in-sf-mayor-race/">Ahsha Safaí</a>, who represents the Excelsior and other neighborhoods on the south side of the city, filed papers to run for mayor in May. His campaign recently provided The Standard with early fundraising figures, which had yet to be listed on the SF Ethics Commission’s website Monday evening. Safaí reportedly raised almost $149,000 from 380 donors in less than two months. The contributions were split almost evenly between locals—52% of contributions came from San Franciscans—and people living outside of the city, according to the campaign.

San Francisco mayor’s race: London Breed challenger raises $149K, campaign says

Supervisor <a href="https://sfstandard.com/2023/07/26/ahsha-safai-raises-149k-in-sf-mayor-race/">Ahsha Safaí</a>, who represents the Excelsior and other neighborhoods on the south side of the city, filed papers to run for mayor in May. His campaign recently provided The Standard with early fundraising figures, which had yet to be listed on the SF Ethics Commission’s website Monday evening. Safaí reportedly raised almost $149,000 from 380 donors in less than two months. The contributions were split almost evenly between locals—52% of contributions came from San Franciscans—and people living outside of the city, according to the campaign.

“I’m humbled by the outpouring of support we’ve received since announcing our campaign for mayor,” Safaí said in a statement last week. “Every day, San Franciscans tell me they want our city to be the safe, clean, vibrant city they’ve always known—and they know it’s going to take a change in leadership to get us there.”

“I’m humbled by the outpouring of support we’ve received since announcing our campaign for mayor,” Safaí said in a statement last week. “Every day, San Franciscans tell me they want our city to be the safe, clean, vibrant city they’ve always known—and they know it’s going to take a change in leadership to get us there.”

<a href="https://sfstandard.com/2023/07/17/daniel-lurie-nonprofit-founder-heir-to-levi-fortune-to-challenge-mayor-breed-2024/">Daniel Lurie</a>, the founder of anti-poverty nonprofit Tipping Point Community and an heir to the Levi Strauss fortune, also appears poised to launch a campaign this fall. He’s been working with political consultant Tyler Law, a partner at Thematic Campaigns, whose firm has handled state and national races, including presidential campaigns for Barack Obama and Pete Buttigieg.&nbsp;

Daniel Lurie—nonprofit founder and heir to Levi Strauss fortune—to run for San Francisco mayor in 2024, sources say

<a href="https://sfstandard.com/2023/07/17/daniel-lurie-nonprofit-founder-heir-to-levi-fortune-to-challenge-mayor-breed-2024/">Daniel Lurie</a>, the founder of anti-poverty nonprofit Tipping Point Community and an heir to the Levi Strauss fortune, also appears poised to launch a campaign this fall. He’s been working with political consultant Tyler Law, a partner at Thematic Campaigns, whose firm has handled state and national races, including presidential campaigns for Barack Obama and Pete Buttigieg.&nbsp;

Lurie declined to comment when The Standard broke the news of his expected candidacy.&nbsp;

Lurie declined to comment when The Standard broke the news of his expected candidacy.&nbsp;

San Francisco Mayor Breed’s reelection campaign sitting on $298K, officials say

London Breed

Following the deadly crash in West Portal last weekend, the Standard asked the leading candidates for mayor what they would do to make city streets safer and reach the goal of zero traffic fatalities. <a href="https://sfstandard.com/2024/03/21/breed-deadly-crash-safety/">Mayor London Breed</a>, <a href="https://sfstandard.com/2024/03/21/safai-deadly-crash-safety/">Supervisor Ahsha Safaí</a>, former mayor and <a href="https://sfstandard.com/2024/03/21/farrell-deadly-crash-safety/">supervisor Mark Farrell</a> and <a href="https://sfstandard.com/2024/03/22/daniel-lurie-smarter-streets/"></a><a href="https://sfstandard.com/2024/03/22/daniel-lurie-smarter-streets/">non-profit executive</a> Daniel Lurie submitted responses.

Following the deadly crash in West Portal last weekend, the Standard asked the leading candidates for mayor what they would do to make city streets safer and reach the goal of zero traffic fatalities. <a href="https://sfstandard.com/2024/03/21/breed-deadly-crash-safety/">Mayor London Breed</a>, <a href="https://sfstandard.com/2024/03/21/safai-deadly-crash-safety/">Supervisor Ahsha Safaí</a>, former mayor and <a href="https://sfstandard.com/2024/03/21/farrell-deadly-crash-safety/">supervisor Mark Farrell</a> and <a href="https://sfstandard.com/2024/03/22/daniel-lurie-smarter-streets/"></a><a href="https://sfstandard.com/2024/03/22/daniel-lurie-smarter-streets/">non-profit executive</a> Daniel Lurie submitted responses.

When I heard <a href="https://sfstandard.com/2024/03/17/third-person-dead-infant-in-critical-condition-after-west-portal-bus-shelter-crash/">what happened in West Portal</a> last weekend, I headed straight to the scene. Witnessing the terrible loss of life, including two children, was devastating. Merchants and community members were reeling. First responders were struggling. A moment like this reminds us of our shared humanity and the true vulnerability of human life.&nbsp;

Third person dead, infant in critical condition after West Portal bus shelter crash

When I heard <a href="https://sfstandard.com/2024/03/17/third-person-dead-infant-in-critical-condition-after-west-portal-bus-shelter-crash/">what happened in West Portal</a> last weekend, I headed straight to the scene. Witnessing the terrible loss of life, including two children, was devastating. Merchants and community members were reeling. First responders were struggling. A moment like this reminds us of our shared humanity and the true vulnerability of human life.&nbsp;

Over the last few days, my focus has been on the lives we’ve lost and those who’ve been impacted by this loss. As even someone who has known tragedy throughout my life, I cannot imagine the profound sadness and pain this family is experiencing. As we move forward, I believe this tragedy should serve as a constant reminder of how critical our work is to keep people in this city safe.&nbsp;

Over the last few days, my focus has been on the lives we’ve lost and those who’ve been impacted by this loss. As even someone who has known tragedy throughout my life, I cannot imagine the profound sadness and pain this family is experiencing. As we move forward, I believe this tragedy should serve as a constant reminder of how critical our work is to keep people in this city safe.&nbsp;

Over the last decade, San Francisco has been a leader in implementing street safety improvements as part of our <a href="https://www.visionzerosf.org/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Vision Zero</a> strategy. With our <a href="https://www.sfmta.com/vision-zero-quick-build-program" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Quick Build program</a>, we have completed more than 50 miles of safety improvements for people walking and biking. We have also led the state in implementing lower speed limits citywide under changes to state law that took effect in January 2022. So far we have lowered the speed limit to 20 mph on 44 miles of streets on 62 corridors. We have transformed places like <a href="https://sfstandard.com/2022/11/09/party-in-golden-gate-park-skaters-cyclists-celebrate-jfk-drives-permanent-car-free-status/">JFK Promenade</a> in Golden Gate Park into vibrant, safer public spaces.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Party in Golden Gate Park: Skaters, cyclists celebrate JFK Drive’s permanent car-free status

Over the last decade, San Francisco has been a leader in implementing street safety improvements as part of our <a href="https://www.visionzerosf.org/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Vision Zero</a> strategy. With our <a href="https://www.sfmta.com/vision-zero-quick-build-program" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Quick Build program</a>, we have completed more than 50 miles of safety improvements for people walking and biking. We have also led the state in implementing lower speed limits citywide under changes to state law that took effect in January 2022. So far we have lowered the speed limit to 20 mph on 44 miles of streets on 62 corridors. We have transformed places like <a href="https://sfstandard.com/2022/11/09/party-in-golden-gate-park-skaters-cyclists-celebrate-jfk-drives-permanent-car-free-status/">JFK Promenade</a> in Golden Gate Park into vibrant, safer public spaces.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Efforts like these have helped, but we must do more. Unlike many other cities in the United States that are struggling as we are with high rates of traffic crashes, San Francisco in 2023 had fewer bicycle, pedestrian and overall fatalities compared with 2013, the year prior to the adoption of Vision Zero. But this is not a celebration—there’s a lot more work for us to do.&nbsp;

Efforts like these have helped, but we must do more. Unlike many other cities in the United States that are struggling as we are with high rates of traffic crashes, San Francisco in 2023 had fewer bicycle, pedestrian and overall fatalities compared with 2013, the year prior to the adoption of Vision Zero. But this is not a celebration—there’s a lot more work for us to do.&nbsp;

It’s important that when we talk about Vision Zero, we take a step back and look at the whole picture. We have passed an ambitious <a href="https://sfstandard.com/2023/01/23/what-to-know-about-sfs-plan-to-create-82000-new-homes/">Housing Element</a> to allow 82,000 new homes to be built by 2031. With clear housing goals, we also need clear transportation goals. I want a San Francisco where we can continue to grow and welcome new residents, where kids born in the city can stay and start families here.&nbsp;&nbsp;

What to know about SF&#8217;s plan to create 82,000 new homes

It’s important that when we talk about Vision Zero, we take a step back and look at the whole picture. We have passed an ambitious <a href="https://sfstandard.com/2023/01/23/what-to-know-about-sfs-plan-to-create-82000-new-homes/">Housing Element</a> to allow 82,000 new homes to be built by 2031. With clear housing goals, we also need clear transportation goals. I want a San Francisco where we can continue to grow and welcome new residents, where kids born in the city can stay and start families here.&nbsp;&nbsp;

That means buses crossing our city and rail lines running both under and above ground. That means supporting bicycling and walking by making these options safe and efficient. Investments in these networks help those who need to drive, because the more people we move from cars to other options, the more space there is for those who need to drive. We have been working on our plans for the next phase of Vision Zero and street safety in San Francisco, including meeting with organizations, stakeholders and city departments. This work has been ongoing for some time, and we will share more specifics soon, but we are focused on three main categories.

That means buses crossing our city and rail lines running both under and above ground. That means supporting bicycling and walking by making these options safe and efficient. Investments in these networks help those who need to drive, because the more people we move from cars to other options, the more space there is for those who need to drive. We have been working on our plans for the next phase of Vision Zero and street safety in San Francisco, including meeting with organizations, stakeholders and city departments. This work has been ongoing for some time, and we will share more specifics soon, but we are focused on three main categories.

1. Street design: We will continue to make our streets safer, especially on our high-injury network, which is the 12% of streets where 68% of severe and fatal traffic injuries occur. This includes quick-build projects like the Third Street two-way bike lane that will connect cyclists from the Bay Trail south of Oracle Park up to Townsend Street, and major capital projects like the Folsom Streetscape Project, which will make comprehensive bicycle, pedestrian and transit upgrades with new trees, street furniture and lighting.&nbsp;

1. Street design: We will continue to make our streets safer, especially on our high-injury network, which is the 12% of streets where 68% of severe and fatal traffic injuries occur. This includes quick-build projects like the Third Street two-way bike lane that will connect cyclists from the Bay Trail south of Oracle Park up to Townsend Street, and major capital projects like the Folsom Streetscape Project, which will make comprehensive bicycle, pedestrian and transit upgrades with new trees, street furniture and lighting.&nbsp;

2. Mitigating speeding: Speeding is the leading cause of serious and fatal crashes in San Francisco and elsewhere. We will continue to lower speed limits in commercial corridors, install streetlights, stop signs and speed bumps, and implement other engineering strategies on streets at intersections. It’s not because we’re trying to make driving inconvenient. People drive more carefully when they’re not speeding, and that means safer streets for everyone.&nbsp;

2. Mitigating speeding: Speeding is the leading cause of serious and fatal crashes in San Francisco and elsewhere. We will continue to lower speed limits in commercial corridors, install streetlights, stop signs and speed bumps, and implement other engineering strategies on streets at intersections. It’s not because we’re trying to make driving inconvenient. People drive more carefully when they’re not speeding, and that means safer streets for everyone.&nbsp;

3. Enforcement: We are in the process of deploying speed safety cameras, which the state Legislature just approved last year. Right now, our San Francisco Police Department Traffic Company is doing targeted enforcement, but our department is short-staffed, and enforcement isn’t where we want it to be. The good news is my <a href="https://www.cbsnews.com/sanfrancisco/news/san-francisco-mayor-london-breed-delivers-pro-police-anti-drug-address/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">plan to fully staff the police</a> will add 200 more officers this year and get us to full staffing in three years. In the meantime, we are also working on strategic initiatives for parking control officers to increase enforcement of safety-related violations.&nbsp;

3. Enforcement: We are in the process of deploying speed safety cameras, which the state Legislature just approved last year. Right now, our San Francisco Police Department Traffic Company is doing targeted enforcement, but our department is short-staffed, and enforcement isn’t where we want it to be. The good news is my <a href="https://www.cbsnews.com/sanfrancisco/news/san-francisco-mayor-london-breed-delivers-pro-police-anti-drug-address/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">plan to fully staff the police</a> will add 200 more officers this year and get us to full staffing in three years. In the meantime, we are also working on strategic initiatives for parking control officers to increase enforcement of safety-related violations.&nbsp;

The reality is many of these changes can be challenging. I have heard from residents and business owners that they don’t always understand why or when their street is changing. The entire process can feel opaque, and people feel frustrated and angry. I’ve also heard that we’re making too many changes too fast, or that we&#8217;re not making changes fast enough.&nbsp;&nbsp;

The reality is many of these changes can be challenging. I have heard from residents and business owners that they don’t always understand why or when their street is changing. The entire process can feel opaque, and people feel frustrated and angry. I’ve also heard that we’re making too many changes too fast, or that we're not making changes fast enough.&nbsp;&nbsp;

The reality is many of these changes can be challenging. I have heard from residents and business owners that they don’t always understand why or when their street is changing. The entire process can feel opaque, and people feel frustrated and angry. I’ve also heard that we’re making too many changes too fast, or that we&#8217;re not making changes fast enough.&nbsp;&nbsp;

These concerns stretch across more than just Vision Zero projects, including transit improvement. As the San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency moves forward in planning and executing this work, it’s critical that there is transparency, thoughtful communication and collaboration with all of our neighbors and stakeholders involved.&nbsp;

These concerns stretch across more than just Vision Zero projects, including transit improvement. As the San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency moves forward in planning and executing this work, it’s critical that there is transparency, thoughtful communication and collaboration with all of our neighbors and stakeholders involved.&nbsp;

Vision Zero is about basic safety. It’s about making sure our streets are comfortable, convenient and safe for people to move around the city. It’s about supporting our residents, families, children and businesses. It’s about preventing the unimaginable tragedies that devastate families and communities. Our ultimate goal is for people to be able to walk, bike, ride transit and drive safely in San Francisco. It may take time, it may take work, but it will save lives.&nbsp;

Vision Zero is about basic safety. It’s about making sure our streets are comfortable, convenient and safe for people to move around the city. It’s about supporting our residents, families, children and businesses. It’s about preventing the unimaginable tragedies that devastate families and communities. Our ultimate goal is for people to be able to walk, bike, ride transit and drive safely in San Francisco. It may take time, it may take work, but it will save lives.&nbsp;

London Breed is the mayor of San Francisco.

London Breed is the mayor of San Francisco.

West Portal tragedy is a call to accelerate street safety efforts

Opinion: West Portal tragedy is a call to accelerate street safety efforts

Gabe Greschler

Doubling down on his tough rhetoric on public safety, mayoral candidate Mark Farrell is proposing a citywide street vending ban and says he wants to allow retired San Francisco cops to come back to active duty without reducing their pensions.&nbsp;

Doubling down on his tough rhetoric on public safety, mayoral candidate Mark Farrell is proposing a citywide street vending ban and says he wants to allow retired San Francisco cops to come back to active duty without reducing their pensions.&nbsp;

Those ideas are among a slew of public safety proposals Farrell is rolling out in the wake of last week’s election, which saw San Francisco voters shift a bit to the right, <a href="https://sfstandard.com/2024/03/05/san-francisco-voters-election-prop-e-results-police/">giving police more powers to use drones and initiate chases</a> and <a href="https://sfstandard.com/2024/03/05/san-francisco-election-results-prop-f-drug-welfare/">requiring some welfare recipients to undergo drug screening</a>.

Voters approve Prop. E, giving more powers to San Francisco police

Prop. F, requiring drug screening for welfare aid, approved by voters

Those ideas are among a slew of public safety proposals Farrell is rolling out in the wake of last week’s election, which saw San Francisco voters shift a bit to the right, <a href="https://sfstandard.com/2024/03/05/san-francisco-voters-election-prop-e-results-police/">giving police more powers to use drones and initiate chases</a> and <a href="https://sfstandard.com/2024/03/05/san-francisco-election-results-prop-f-drug-welfare/">requiring some welfare recipients to undergo drug screening</a>.

The former interim mayor and member of the Board of Supervisors had already <a href="https://sfstandard.com/2024/02/13/mark-farrell-san-francisco-mayor-police-homeless/">vowed to fire Police Chief Bill Scott on “day one.”</a> Farrell’s new proposals indicate he believes a tough line on public safety will woo a sizable chunk of voters who have railed against the state of San Francisco’s streets in recent years.&nbsp;

Mark Farrell vows to fire police chief, clear homeless camps as mayor

The former interim mayor and member of the Board of Supervisors had already <a href="https://sfstandard.com/2024/02/13/mark-farrell-san-francisco-mayor-police-homeless/">vowed to fire Police Chief Bill Scott on “day one.”</a> Farrell’s new proposals indicate he believes a tough line on public safety will woo a sizable chunk of voters who have railed against the state of San Francisco’s streets in recent years.&nbsp;

“Over the last six years, everybody has watched our city crumble. Public safety has never been a bigger concern,” Farrell said in an interview with The Standard. “The conditions of our streets have never been worse.”

“Over the last six years, everybody has watched our city crumble. Public safety has never been a bigger concern,” Farrell said in an interview with The Standard. “The conditions of our streets have never been worse.”

He said last week’s election results show “continued momentum away from ideology and toward common sense in San Francisco. It started with the recalls of our district attorney [and] our school board [in 2022]. And to me, last Tuesday was a continuation of that trend.”

He said last week’s election results show “continued momentum away from ideology and toward common sense in San Francisco. It started with the recalls of our district attorney [and] our school board [in 2022]. And to me, last Tuesday was a continuation of that trend.”

Mayor London Breed put <a href="https://sfstandard.com/2024/03/05/san-francisco-voters-election-prop-e-results-police/">Propositions E (expanding police powers)</a> and <a href="https://sfstandard.com/2024/03/05/san-francisco-election-results-prop-f-drug-welfare/">F (drug screening)</a> on the ballot and has sought to use their passage as momentum for her reelection bid.&nbsp;

Mayor London Breed put <a href="https://sfstandard.com/2024/03/05/san-francisco-voters-election-prop-e-results-police/">Propositions E (expanding police powers)</a> and <a href="https://sfstandard.com/2024/03/05/san-francisco-election-results-prop-f-drug-welfare/">F (drug screening)</a> on the ballot and has sought to use their passage as momentum for her reelection bid.&nbsp;

Mayor London Breed gives her State of the City Address at Pier 27 in San Francisco on Thursday, March 7, 2024. Breed gave an impassioned speech on San Francisco’s recovery post-pandemic, and pushed back on criticism of the city.

<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img src="https://content.sfstandard.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/20240307-stateofthecity_jy_24.jpg?w=2500" alt="A person wearing a blue blazer speaks animatedly at a lectern with microphones, American flags in the background." class="wp-image-257435"/><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Mayor London Breed gives her State of the City Address at Pier 27 in San Francisco on Thursday, March 7, 2024.</figcaption></figure>

During a <a href="https://sfstandard.com/2024/03/06/san-francisco-election-london-breed-moderates-win/">triumphant press conference last Wednesday</a>, Breed defended her propositions, claiming that they amounted to not being &#8220;hard on crime&#8221; but &#8220;being smart and being balanced and being fair.&#8221; Voters were looking for a &#8220;back to basics&#8221; approach from city governing, she said.

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During a <a href="https://sfstandard.com/2024/03/06/san-francisco-election-london-breed-moderates-win/">triumphant press conference last Wednesday</a>, Breed defended her propositions, claiming that they amounted to not being "hard on crime" but "being smart and being balanced and being fair." Voters were looking for a "back to basics" approach from city governing, she said.

During a <a href="https://sfstandard.com/2024/03/06/san-francisco-election-london-breed-moderates-win/">triumphant press conference last Wednesday</a>, Breed defended her propositions, claiming that they amounted to not being &#8220;hard on crime&#8221; but &#8220;being smart and being balanced and being fair.&#8221; Voters were looking for a &#8220;back to basics&#8221; approach from city governing, she said.

Farrell is not the only one who has tried to hijack Breed’s Prop. E bandwagon. <a href="https://sfstandard.com/2024/02/05/money-san-francisco-mayor-election-london-breed-daniel-lurie/">Mayoral candidate Daniel Lurie formed a pro-Prop. E committee</a> to reframe the measure as an indictment of Breed’s leadership and raised nearly $700,000 for it.

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Farrell is not the only one who has tried to hijack Breed’s Prop. E bandwagon. <a href="https://sfstandard.com/2024/02/05/money-san-francisco-mayor-election-london-breed-daniel-lurie/">Mayoral candidate Daniel Lurie formed a pro-Prop. E committee</a> to reframe the measure as an indictment of Breed’s leadership and raised nearly $700,000 for it.

<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-taking-aim-at-u-n-plaza">Taking aim at U.N. Plaza</h2>

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<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-taking-aim-at-u-n-plaza">Taking aim at U.N. Plaza</h2>

With the San Francisco Police Department short hundreds of officers, Farrell is also proposing outsourcing police background checks to speed up hiring, says he would fund five police academies a year and wants strict closure hours at parks.&nbsp;

With the San Francisco Police Department short hundreds of officers, Farrell is also proposing outsourcing police background checks to speed up hiring, says he would fund five police academies a year and wants strict closure hours at parks.&nbsp;

He pointed to U.N. Plaza, near City Hall, as an example of a public space that has been taken over by criminal elements. The area is a <a href="https://sfstandard.com/2023/10/27/san-francisco-drug-crisis-worst-corner-un-plaza-sfpd-enforcement/">hotbed of illegal vending and drug dealing</a>, as well as drug overdoses.&nbsp;

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He pointed to U.N. Plaza, near City Hall, as an example of a public space that has been taken over by criminal elements. The area is a <a href="https://sfstandard.com/2023/10/27/san-francisco-drug-crisis-worst-corner-un-plaza-sfpd-enforcement/">hotbed of illegal vending and drug dealing</a>, as well as drug overdoses.&nbsp;

“Take a walk through there after dark, and nothing positive is happening,” Farrell said. “We need San Francisco residents to feel safe across our city. And making sure that we address and proactively tackle illegal activity in our parks and our sidewalks and at night is critically important to that.”

“Take a walk through there after dark, and nothing positive is happening,” Farrell said. “We need San Francisco residents to feel safe across our city. And making sure that we address and proactively tackle illegal activity in our parks and our sidewalks and at night is critically important to that.”

Breed and Scott have poured resources into the area, enlisting the help of the California Highway Patrol, deploying more police officers and park rangers to the area and even building a skate park to attract skaters—and discourage less wholesome activities. While nearby <a href="https://sfstandard.com/2024/01/27/un-plaza-drug-activity/">merchants and residents say there has been some improvement in conditions during the day</a>, illegal vending and drug dealing persist after dark.

UN Plaza was long the epicenter of San Francisco’s drug crisis. Skaters have brought a new vibe

Breed and Scott have poured resources into the area, enlisting the help of the California Highway Patrol, deploying more police officers and park rangers to the area and even building a skate park to attract skaters—and discourage less wholesome activities. While nearby <a href="https://sfstandard.com/2024/01/27/un-plaza-drug-activity/">merchants and residents say there has been some improvement in conditions during the day</a>, illegal vending and drug dealing persist after dark.

An unofficial night market outside Arsicault Bakery on McAllister Street in San Francisco on Thursday, Feb. 15, 2024. There are children in U.N. Plaza in San Francisco in the evening hours selling drugs and according to the City, and there have been over 50 kids that have been taken in custody due to the illicit activity.

<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img src="https://content.sfstandard.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/feature-20240215_unplazayouthmarket_-0369.jpg?w=2500" alt="A bustling street scene at night with people on scooters and a close-up of someone holding red sneakers." class="wp-image-255447"/><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">People sell goods outside Arsicault Bakery on McAllister Street in San Francisco on Thursday, Feb. 15, 2024.</figcaption></figure>

To combat crime in the Mission, the city imposed <a href="https://sfstandard.com/2023/11/27/mission-sidewalk-ban-vendors-public-safety/">a 90-day ban on street vending on Mission Street</a> in November and, last month, <a href="https://abc7news.com/sf-mission-street-vendors-vending-ban-extended-district-tiangue/14389610/">extended the ban for another six months</a>. Vendors with permits from the city were relocated into sanctioned indoor spaces, but <a href="https://sfstandard.com/2023/12/04/mission-vendors-no-income-market/">many complained that foot traffic at the facilities was poor</a> and that they could not make a living in the approved zones. The city later approved <a href="https://sfstandard.com/2023/12/13/san-francisco-street-vendors-get-cash-from-city/">$1,000 in aid</a> to each of the displaced legal vendors.&nbsp;

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To combat crime in the Mission, the city imposed <a href="https://sfstandard.com/2023/11/27/mission-sidewalk-ban-vendors-public-safety/">a 90-day ban on street vending on Mission Street</a> in November and, last month, <a href="https://abc7news.com/sf-mission-street-vendors-vending-ban-extended-district-tiangue/14389610/">extended the ban for another six months</a>. Vendors with permits from the city were relocated into sanctioned indoor spaces, but <a href="https://sfstandard.com/2023/12/04/mission-vendors-no-income-market/">many complained that foot traffic at the facilities was poor</a> and that they could not make a living in the approved zones. The city later approved <a href="https://sfstandard.com/2023/12/13/san-francisco-street-vendors-get-cash-from-city/">$1,000 in aid</a> to each of the displaced legal vendors.&nbsp;

A ballot measure to put retired cops back on the beat?

<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-a-ballot-measure-to-put-retired-cops-back-on-the-beat">A ballot measure to put retired cops back on the beat?</h2>

Perhaps the most complicated of Farrell’s proposals would be to allow retired cops back on the beat without giving up some of their pensions. That would require a ballot measure he said he would support if elected mayor.

Perhaps the most complicated of Farrell’s proposals would be to allow retired cops back on the beat without giving up some of their pensions. That would require a ballot measure he said he would support if elected mayor.

Although San Francisco pays among the highest starting wages of any law enforcement agency in the state, the department has been vexed by a recruiting crisis. Some other Bay Area departments have faced similar challenges, with the city of <a href="https://abc7news.com/alameda-police-department-75k-signing-bonus-recruit-incentives-officer-pay/14334580/">Alameda offering up to $75,000 in police recruiting bonuses</a>.

Although San Francisco pays among the highest starting wages of any law enforcement agency in the state, the department has been vexed by a recruiting crisis. Some other Bay Area departments have faced similar challenges, with the city of <a href="https://abc7news.com/alameda-police-department-75k-signing-bonus-recruit-incentives-officer-pay/14334580/">Alameda offering up to $75,000 in police recruiting bonuses</a>.

Farrell claimed the problem in San Francisco ran deeper than money.&nbsp;

Farrell claimed the problem in San Francisco ran deeper than money.&nbsp;

Police Chief Bill Scott attends Mayor London Breed’s State of the City Address at Pier 27 in San Francisco on Thursday, March 7, 2024. Breed’s speech came two days after an Election Day victory, when two of her ballot measures passed and the third leading.

<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img src="https://content.sfstandard.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/20240307-stateofthecity_jy_16.jpg?w=2500" alt="A police chief in uniform converses with a man in a black hat and coat." class="wp-image-257456"/><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Police Chief Bill Scott attends Mayor London Breed’s State of the City Address at Pier 27 in San Francisco on Thursday, March 7, 2024.</figcaption></figure>

“It starts at the top and with the mayor of San Francisco,” he said. “And I believe we need a mayor that will proudly stand behind a microphone and support our law enforcement personnel. And publicly describe the value of law enforcement here in San Francisco. The value of the profession and the value that these individuals play in the life of San Francisco residents. This mayor has not done that.&#8221;&nbsp;

“It starts at the top and with the mayor of San Francisco,” he said. “And I believe we need a mayor that will proudly stand behind a microphone and support our law enforcement personnel. And publicly describe the value of law enforcement here in San Francisco. The value of the profession and the value that these individuals play in the life of San Francisco residents. This mayor has not done that."&nbsp;

“It starts at the top and with the mayor of San Francisco,” he said. “And I believe we need a mayor that will proudly stand behind a microphone and support our law enforcement personnel. And publicly describe the value of law enforcement here in San Francisco. The value of the profession and the value that these individuals play in the life of San Francisco residents. This mayor has not done that.&#8221;&nbsp;

He added, “As a result, we have a recruiting problem. And that recruiting problem will not get solved by our current mayor. It is going to take a fresh leader within City Hall that will not only change the tone but also prioritize the budget for public safety in San Francisco once again.”

He added, “As a result, we have a recruiting problem. And that recruiting problem will not get solved by our current mayor. It is going to take a fresh leader within City Hall that will not only change the tone but also prioritize the budget for public safety in San Francisco once again.”

Breed has sought to take credit for a drop in property crime, pointing to statistics that showed burglaries, larceny theft and car theft all dropped in the fourth quarter of 2023 compared with a year earlier. However, a look at full-year trends by The Standard showed a mixed bag with <a href="https://sfstandard.com/2023/12/28/crime-rate-san-francisco-2023-property-crime-car-thefts/">no radical changes from 2022 to 2023</a>.&nbsp;

2023 San Francisco crime trends: Car thefts up, car break-ins down

Breed has sought to take credit for a drop in property crime, pointing to statistics that showed burglaries, larceny theft and car theft all dropped in the fourth quarter of 2023 compared with a year earlier. However, a look at full-year trends by The Standard showed a mixed bag with <a href="https://sfstandard.com/2023/12/28/crime-rate-san-francisco-2023-property-crime-car-thefts/">no radical changes from 2022 to 2023</a>.&nbsp;

Farrell wants citywide street vending ban, and retired cops back on the beat

Kevin Truong

On a slightly overcast Valentine’s Day with sweeping views of the Bay Bridge, San Francisco business and civic leaders at the Chamber of Commerce CityBeat Breakfast painted the picture of a downtrodden city finally turning the page into an era of grand recovery.&nbsp;

On a slightly overcast Valentine’s Day with sweeping views of the Bay Bridge, San Francisco business and civic leaders at the Chamber of Commerce CityBeat Breakfast painted the picture of a downtrodden city finally turning the page into an era of grand recovery.&nbsp;

It was a bit of an ironic message, particularly considering some of the survey data presented at the event itself.&nbsp;

It was a bit of an ironic message, particularly considering some of the survey data presented at the event itself.&nbsp;

A Chamber of Commerce survey found that 72% of voters believe that the city is on the wrong track, compared with only 22% who said the opposite. The number was slightly improved from the 77% figure in the Chamber’s survey back in May, but still a far cry from the 46% who believed the arrow was pointed downward in 2019.

A Chamber of Commerce survey found that 72% of voters believe that the city is on the wrong track, compared with only 22% who said the opposite. The number was slightly improved from the 77% figure in the Chamber’s survey back in May, but still a far cry from the 46% who believed the arrow was pointed downward in 2019.

The mixed mood and messaging were hard to ignore, even from the stage.&nbsp;&nbsp;

The mixed mood and messaging were hard to ignore, even from the stage.&nbsp;&nbsp;

“I know this sounds a little bit strange, but I want to start off by saying how proud I am of all San Franciscans,” Chamber of Commerce CEO Rodney Fong said, to slightly stuttering applause from attendees nibbling on a light breakfast of leafy greens and an appropriate treat: chocolate-dipped strawberries.

“I know this sounds a little bit strange, but I want to start off by saying how proud I am of all San Franciscans,” Chamber of Commerce CEO Rodney Fong said, to slightly stuttering applause from attendees nibbling on a light breakfast of leafy greens and an appropriate treat: chocolate-dipped strawberries.

Signs of the vibe shift, according to Fong, were voters’ desire to take action on the city’s problems at the ballot box. Alongside the breakfast, the Chamber <a href="https://sfstandard.com/2024/02/14/san-francisco-election-poll-prop-e-police-march-ballot/">released polling showing a majority of voters</a> supported ballot measures in the March 5 election that would increase police powers to use surveillance technology and conduct pursuits (Prop. E), predicate cash welfare on drug addiction screening (Prop. F) and provide tax breaks for office-to-residential conversions (Prop. C).&nbsp;

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Signs of the vibe shift, according to Fong, were voters’ desire to take action on the city’s problems at the ballot box. Alongside the breakfast, the Chamber <a href="https://sfstandard.com/2024/02/14/san-francisco-election-poll-prop-e-police-march-ballot/">released polling showing a majority of voters</a> supported ballot measures in the March 5 election that would increase police powers to use surveillance technology and conduct pursuits (Prop. E), predicate cash welfare on drug addiction screening (Prop. F) and provide tax breaks for office-to-residential conversions (Prop. C).&nbsp;

Fong noted that the theme of the last CityBeat breakfast in 2020 before the pandemic was “Wake Up San Francisco,” an allusion to the problems already starting to fester in the boom times.

Fong noted that the theme of the last CityBeat breakfast in 2020 before the pandemic was “Wake Up San Francisco,” an allusion to the problems already starting to fester in the boom times.

It took a few years, Fong said in his remarks, but he feels that the city is finally heeding that call.&nbsp;

It took a few years, Fong said in his remarks, but he feels that the city is finally heeding that call.&nbsp;

“I&#8217;m confident that 2024 will be a year that lays the foundation for a stronger, more inclusive and even more innovative San Francisco,” Fong said.&nbsp;

“I'm confident that 2024 will be a year that lays the foundation for a stronger, more inclusive and even more innovative San Francisco,” Fong said.&nbsp;

“I&#8217;m confident that 2024 will be a year that lays the foundation for a stronger, more inclusive and even more innovative San Francisco,” Fong said.&nbsp;

<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-we-still-have-work-to-do">&#8216;We still have work to do&#8217;</h2>

<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-we-still-have-work-to-do">'We still have work to do'</h2>

<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-we-still-have-work-to-do">&#8216;We still have work to do&#8217;</h2>

In her keynote remarks, Mayor London Breed’s overarching message was that to turn a corner, San Francisco needs to embrace being “aggressive” and “uncomfortable” in its approach to long-standing issues, such as homelessness and drug crimes.&nbsp;

In her keynote remarks, Mayor London Breed’s overarching message was that to turn a corner, San Francisco needs to embrace being “aggressive” and “uncomfortable” in its approach to long-standing issues, such as homelessness and drug crimes.&nbsp;

She targeted “naysayers” both outside and inside the city who seemed to gloat over its misfortune.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

She targeted “naysayers” both outside and inside the city who seemed to gloat over its misfortune.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

“There were those who said that the economic fallout from the pandemic might be a good thing. Can you imagine that?” Breed said.&nbsp;

“There were those who said that the economic fallout from the pandemic might be a good thing. Can you imagine that?” Breed said.&nbsp;

Breed, who’s facing a tough reelection fight in November, defended her record on public safety, saying her policies led to the second-lowest crime rate over the past 10 years in 2023.&nbsp;

Breed, who’s facing a tough reelection fight in November, defended her record on public safety, saying her policies led to the second-lowest crime rate over the past 10 years in 2023.&nbsp;

“People need help in San Francisco, and if you aren&#8217;t willing to get a little aggressive, then you&#8217;re willing to let the stuff that&#8217;s continuing to happen on our streets continue,” she said, touting her work with state and federal officials to tamp down drug dealing.&nbsp;

“People need help in San Francisco, and if you aren't willing to get a little aggressive, then you're willing to let the stuff that's continuing to happen on our streets continue,” she said, touting her work with state and federal officials to tamp down drug dealing.&nbsp;

“People need help in San Francisco, and if you aren&#8217;t willing to get a little aggressive, then you&#8217;re willing to let the stuff that&#8217;s continuing to happen on our streets continue,” she said, touting her work with state and federal officials to tamp down drug dealing.&nbsp;

“Change makes people uncomfortable, but I&#8217;m not worried about that because you know who we need to make uncomfortable? The drug dealer selling deadly fentanyl on the streets of our city,” she said.

“Change makes people uncomfortable, but I'm not worried about that because you know who we need to make uncomfortable? The drug dealer selling deadly fentanyl on the streets of our city,” she said.

“Change makes people uncomfortable, but I&#8217;m not worried about that because you know who we need to make uncomfortable? The drug dealer selling deadly fentanyl on the streets of our city,” she said.

And, although outside media has long been an adversary, Breed approvingly quoted recent Bloomberg, New York Times and <a href="https://www.economist.com/finance-and-economics/2024/02/12/san-franciscos-surprising-comeback">Economist headlines</a> about the city’s rebound.&nbsp;

And, although outside media has long been an adversary, Breed approvingly quoted recent Bloomberg, New York Times and <a href="https://www.economist.com/finance-and-economics/2024/02/12/san-franciscos-surprising-comeback">Economist headlines</a> about the city’s rebound.&nbsp;

“Surprising, comeback? Maybe for some, but not for those of us who&#8217;ve been here doing the work, for those who believe, for those who have always been here,” Breed said.

“Surprising, comeback? Maybe for some, but not for those of us who've been here doing the work, for those who believe, for those who have always been here,” Breed said.

“Surprising, comeback? Maybe for some, but not for those of us who&#8217;ve been here doing the work, for those who believe, for those who have always been here,” Breed said.

The dissonance between rah-rah cheerleading and larger public opinion grew obvious when around five minutes after Breed’s remarks, event organizers showed data about the 72% of San Francisco voters who said the city is on the wrong track. The proportion of San Franciscans who think that economic conditions are better today than a year ago went from 12% in 2023 to 20% in 2024.

The dissonance between rah-rah cheerleading and larger public opinion grew obvious when around five minutes after Breed’s remarks, event organizers showed data about the 72% of San Francisco voters who said the city is on the wrong track. The proportion of San Franciscans who think that economic conditions are better today than a year ago went from 12% in 2023 to 20% in 2024.

But around 50% felt things were worse, and voters who believe that economic conditions will be worse a year from now outnumbered those who thought things would be better.

But around 50% felt things were worse, and voters who believe that economic conditions will be worse a year from now outnumbered those who thought things would be better.

A voter guide released by the Chamber found the business interest group aligned with nearly all of the mayor’s priorities. One glaring exception was the “no position” taken by the Chamber on Prop. F’s rules around addiction screening for city welfare recipients.&nbsp;

A voter guide released by the Chamber found the business interest group aligned with nearly all of the mayor’s priorities. One glaring exception was the “no position” taken by the Chamber on Prop. F’s rules around addiction screening for city welfare recipients.&nbsp;

Carlos Solórzano-Cuadra, CEO of the city&#8217;s Hispanic Chamber of Commerce, said in an interview that while he appreciates the mayor&#8217;s optimistic messaging, he isn&#8217;t writing off all of the worries about public safety and the economy. He added that he would like the business community to shift some of its focus away from downtown and to neighborhoods like the Mission.

Carlos Solórzano-Cuadra, CEO of the city's Hispanic Chamber of Commerce, said in an interview that while he appreciates the mayor's optimistic messaging, he isn't writing off all of the worries about public safety and the economy. He added that he would like the business community to shift some of its focus away from downtown and to neighborhoods like the Mission.

Carlos Solórzano-Cuadra, CEO of the city&#8217;s Hispanic Chamber of Commerce, said in an interview that while he appreciates the mayor&#8217;s optimistic messaging, he isn&#8217;t writing off all of the worries about public safety and the economy. He added that he would like the business community to shift some of its focus away from downtown and to neighborhoods like the Mission.

&#8220;We still have work to do,&#8221; said Solórzano-Cuadra. &#8220;There are things that need to be done better.&#8221;&nbsp;

"We still have work to do," said Solórzano-Cuadra. "There are things that need to be done better."&nbsp;

&#8220;We still have work to do,&#8221; said Solórzano-Cuadra. &#8220;There are things that need to be done better.&#8221;&nbsp;

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