Max Harrison-Caldwell

Six-year incumbent London Breed has <a href="https://sfstandard.com/2024/11/07/breed-to-concede-sf-mayors-race-as-frustrated-voters-seek-change/">lost the mayoral election</a> and will soon surrender her post to mayor-elect <a href="https://sfstandard.com/2024/11/07/daniel-lurie-wins-san-francisco-mayor/">Daniel Lurie</a>.

Breed concedes mayor&#8217;s race as frustrated voters seek change

Congrats, Daniel Lurie. Your new job is going to suck

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<p>Six-year incumbent London Breed has <a href="https://sfstandard.com/2024/11/07/breed-to-concede-sf-mayors-race-as-frustrated-voters-seek-change/">lost the mayoral election</a> and will soon surrender her post to mayor-elect <a href="https://sfstandard.com/2024/11/07/daniel-lurie-wins-san-francisco-mayor/">Daniel Lurie</a>.</p>

Breed has been a major player in local politics since joining the Board of Supervisors in 2013. Four years later, when Mayor Ed Lee died suddenly, Breed took over as interim mayor and won a special election to remain mayor in 2018.

<p>Breed has been a major player in local politics since joining the Board of Supervisors in 2013. Four years later, when Mayor Ed Lee died suddenly, Breed took over as interim mayor and won a special election to remain mayor in 2018.</p>

She first entered the world of local government as an intern for Mayor Willie Brown. In 1999, she worked on his re-election campaign. The two remain friends to this day.

<p>She first entered the world of local government as an intern for Mayor Willie Brown. In 1999, she worked on his re-election campaign. The two remain friends to this day.</p>

A San Francisco native, Breed grew up in the Western Addition neighborhood. She has spoken often of her hardscrabble upbringing and the scourge of poverty in the city.

<p>A San Francisco native, Breed grew up in the Western Addition neighborhood. She has spoken often of her hardscrabble upbringing and the scourge of poverty in the city.</p>

As mayor, Breed championed housing construction, winning support from YIMBYs like state Sen. Scott Wiener. She has not said what she will do after leaving City Hall.

<p>As mayor, Breed championed housing construction, winning support from YIMBYs like state Sen. Scott Wiener. She has not said what she will do after leaving City Hall.</p>

From left, David Campos, London Breed, David Chiu, Norman Yee, Eric Mar and John Avalos take oath of office during the swearing-in ceremony at the Board of Supervisors meeting in San Francisco, Calif. on Tuesday, Jan. 8, 2013.


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<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img src="https://content.sfstandard.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/breed_photos_00001.jpg?w=2282" alt="Three individuals stand in front of an audience with their right hands raised, appearing to take an oath. A U.S. flag is visible in the background." class="wp-image-330516"/><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">From left, David Campos, London Breed, and David Chiu take the oath of office during the swearing-in ceremony at the Board of Supervisors meeting on Jan. 8, 2013.</figcaption></figure>

City Attorney Dennis Herrera, at podium, gestures toward Board of Supervisors President London Breed, second from left, after announcing a settlement agreement on short term rentals during a news conference Monday, May 1, 2017, at City Hall in San Francisco. San Francisco and Airbnb have reached a deal to end a lawsuit over a law that fines the company for booking rentals not registered with the city. Under the settlement announced Monday, residents looking to list a rental can apply for a city registration number through Airbnb's website. In the background at left is former supervisor David Campos and Doug Engmann, third from left, with ShareBetter SF.


<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img src="https://content.sfstandard.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/breed_photos_00002-edited.jpg" alt="Several individuals in formal attire stand in front of a San Francisco City Attorney seal, with U.S. and California flags visible behind them." class="wp-image-330696"/><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">City Attorney Dennis Herrera gestures toward Board of Supervisors President London Breed after announcing a settlement agreement on short-term rentals in a May 2017 news conference.</figcaption></figure>


Acting Mayor of San Francisco London Breed during a meeting with members of the United Palayaz, on Wednesday December 13, 2017, to promote a gun buy back program happening this weekend in San Francisco, Calif.


<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img src="https://content.sfstandard.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/breed_photos_00003-edited.jpg" alt="A group of people is gathered in a room with colorful graffiti on the wall. One person wears a jacket that says &quot;It takes the hood to save the hood&quot; on the back." class="wp-image-330697"/><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Breed meets with members of the United Playaz to promote a gun buyback program in 2017.</figcaption></figure>


Mayor Ed Lee and Board of Supervisors President London Breed arrive for a City Hall news conference in San Francisco, Calif. on Wednesday, Aug. 23, 2017, to discuss the city's plans for Sunday's protest after the National Park Service approved a permit to the Patriot Prayers group for a demonstration at Crissy Field.


<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img src="https://content.sfstandard.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/breed_photos_00004.jpg?w=2500" alt="Two people stand indoors, the man in a suit with a purple tie. The woman, in a yellow jacket, is slightly closer. The background features ornate architecture." class="wp-image-330525"/><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Mayor Ed Lee and Breed arrive at City Hall in 2017.</figcaption></figure>


Acting Mayor London Breed is surrounded by city officials during a City Hall news conference following the announcement that Mayor Ed Lee has died in San Francisco, on Tuesday, Dec. 12, 2017.


<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img src="https://content.sfstandard.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/breed_photos_00006.jpg?w=2500" alt="A woman speaks at a podium surrounded by a large group of people. Cameras capture the event in a formal setting with a government emblem on the podium." class="wp-image-330527"/><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Breed speaks at a news conference after Mayor Ed Lee&#8217;s death in December 2017.</figcaption></figure>


<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img src="https://content.sfstandard.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/breed_photos_00006.jpg?w=2500" alt="A woman speaks at a podium surrounded by a large group of people. Cameras capture the event in a formal setting with a government emblem on the podium." class="wp-image-330527"/><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Breed speaks at a news conference after Mayor Ed Lee's death in December 2017.</figcaption></figure>

<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img src="https://content.sfstandard.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/breed_photos_00006.jpg?w=2500" alt="A woman speaks at a podium surrounded by a large group of people. Cameras capture the event in a formal setting with a government emblem on the podium." class="wp-image-330527"/><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Breed speaks at a news conference after Mayor Ed Lee&#8217;s death in December 2017.</figcaption></figure>

San Francisco Acting Mayor London Breed joins a community candlelight vigil in honor of Mayor Ed Lee at Portsmouth Square in Chinatown in San Francisco, on Thurs. December 21, 2017.


<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img src="https://content.sfstandard.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/breed_photos_00005.jpg?w=2500" alt="Three people sit closely together, each holding a lit candle. They appear solemn, and the glow from the candles illuminates their faces." class="wp-image-330526"/><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Breed joins a community candlelight vigil in honor of Lee.</figcaption></figure>


San Francisco mayoral candidate London Breed speaks to supporters during an election night party Tuesday, June 5, 2018, in San Francisco.


<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img src="https://content.sfstandard.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/breed_photos_00008.jpg?w=2500" alt="A woman in a red outfit is speaking into a microphone at a campaign event with a supportive crowd and a large poster behind her." class="wp-image-330531"/><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Breed speaks to supporters during an election night party in 2018.</figcaption></figure>


Governor Gavin Newsom swears in Mayor-elect London Breed as she takes her oath of office outside City Hall July 11, 2018 in San Francisco.


<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img src="https://content.sfstandard.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/breed_photos_00009-edited.jpg" alt="Two people are in front of elaborate gold decorations, raising their hands in a ceremony. One is holding a document, and there are microphones and flags nearby." class="wp-image-330698"/><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Governor Gavin Newsom swears in Mayor-elect London Breed as she takes her oath of office outside City Hall on July 11, 2018.</figcaption></figure>


SF Mayor London Breed talks with a homeless man in front of Outfit on Castro Street as she takes a neighborhood walk this morning on Monday, Aug. 13, 2018 in San Francisco.


<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img src="https://content.sfstandard.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/breed_photos_00010.jpeg?w=2241" alt="A person in a red hoodie sits on the sidewalk with a keyboard and notebook, engaging with a woman in a blue suit, as people and vehicles pass by." class="wp-image-330533"/><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Breed talks with a homeless man on Castro Street in 2018.</figcaption></figure>


Suzy Loftus (l to r), interim district attorney, stands with Mayor London Breed (right) as she speaks at a press conference at Far East Cafe regarding the appointment of Suzy Loftus (left) as interim district attorney on Friday October 4, 2019 in San Francisco.


<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img src="https://content.sfstandard.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/breed_photos_00011.jpg?w=2500" alt="Two women are in front of a red curtain. One is speaking at a podium, wearing a red outfit, and the other stands next to her in blue, smiling and clasping her hands." class="wp-image-330534"/><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Breed speaks at a 2019 press conference announcing the appointment of Suzy Loftus, left, as interim district attorney.</figcaption></figure>


(l-r) Warriors President and Chief Operating Officer Rick Welts, San Francisco Mayor London Breed, Warriors co-owners Peter Guber and Joe Lacob, California Gov. Gavin Newsom and Kristin Lemkau of JP Morgan cut the ribbon at the opening ceremony of the Chase Center in San Francisco, California, on Tuesday, Sept. 3, 2019.


<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img src="https://content.sfstandard.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/breed_photos_00012.jpg?w=2500" alt="A group of people stand smiling in front of Chase Center, holding a large yellow ribbon with &quot;Ribbon Cutting, September 3, 2019&quot; written on it." class="wp-image-330535"/><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Breed joins Golden State Warriors executives and Gov. Gavin Newsom for a ribbon-cutting event at the Chase Center&#8217;s opening ceremony in 2019.</figcaption></figure>


<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img src="https://content.sfstandard.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/breed_photos_00012.jpg?w=2500" alt="A group of people stand smiling in front of Chase Center, holding a large yellow ribbon with &quot;Ribbon Cutting, September 3, 2019&quot; written on it." class="wp-image-330535"/><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Breed joins Golden State Warriors executives and Gov. Gavin Newsom for a ribbon-cutting event at the Chase Center's opening ceremony in 2019.</figcaption></figure>

<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img src="https://content.sfstandard.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/breed_photos_00012.jpg?w=2500" alt="A group of people stand smiling in front of Chase Center, holding a large yellow ribbon with &quot;Ribbon Cutting, September 3, 2019&quot; written on it." class="wp-image-330535"/><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Breed joins Golden State Warriors executives and Gov. Gavin Newsom for a ribbon-cutting event at the Chase Center&#8217;s opening ceremony in 2019.</figcaption></figure>

SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA - JANUARY 15: San Francisco police chief William Scott (L) looks on as San Francisco Mayor London Breed speaks during a news conference at the future site of a Transitional Age Youth Navigation Center on January 15, 2020 in San Francisco, California. San Francisco Mayor London Breed announced the opening of a new SAFE Navigation center for the homeless at 33 Gough. The opening brings the total number of new shelter beds that are opened, under construction of in development to more than 1,000 before the end of the year.


<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img src="https://content.sfstandard.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/breed_photos_00013.jpg?w=2500" alt="A person is speaking in front of a board displaying plans for 1,000 new shelter beds by 2020, detailing the number opened and in development. A man stands behind." class="wp-image-330536"/><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">San Francisco police chief Bill Scott looks on as Breed speaks during a news conference at the future site of a homeless shelter in 2020.</figcaption></figure>


San Francisco Mayor London Breed takes a knee for eight minutes and forty six seconds in honor of George Floyd at City Hall on Tuesday, June 9, 2020, in San Francisco. Black Lives Matter demonstrations continued in the wake of the death of George Floyd, who was killed in Minneapolis police custody.


<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img src="https://content.sfstandard.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/breed_photos_00014.jpg?w=1144" alt="A woman in a light suit kneels in front of a City Hall entrance. Behind her, three people stand; one holds a sign reading, &quot;Erase Hate, Bigotry, Unfair Treatment.&quot;" class="wp-image-330537"/><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Breed takes a knee in honor of George Floyd at City Hall in June 2020.</figcaption></figure>


Honorable judge Teri Jackson, left, administers the Mayoral oath of office to London N. Breed, right, in the rotunda at City Hall on Wednesday, Jan. 8, 2020, in San Francisco.


<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img src="https://content.sfstandard.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/breed_photos_00015.jpg?w=2500" alt="A person in a judicial robe is administering an oath to a woman in a burgundy suit, both raising their right hands. A microphone and blue flowers are nearby." class="wp-image-330542"/><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Breed takes the oath of office in 2020.</figcaption></figure>


San Francisco Mayor London Breed speaks alongside healthcare leaders to announce the opening of a mass COVID-19 vaccination site at Moscone South in San Francisco, Calif. Thursday, February 4, 2021. The vaccination hub will officially open to Bay Area residents age 65 years and older and health care workers with appointments available on the MyTurn website starting on Friday, Feb. 5th. Moscone Center will initially open at a lower vaccination capacity due to limited vaccine supply. Once adequate vaccine supply is distributed by the state of California, the Moscone Center expects to administer between 7,000 to 10,000 COVID-19 vaccines a day. All vaccinations at Moscone Center will be by appointment only for anyone eligible to receive the vaccine regardless of health coverage.


<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img src="https://content.sfstandard.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/breed_photos_00016.jpg?w=2500" alt="A woman speaks at a podium wearing a mask in a COVID-19 vaccination hub, with a large sign and backdrop displaying &quot;MOSCONE SOUTH COVID-19 VACCINATION HUB.&quot;" class="wp-image-330543"/><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Breed speaks alongside healthcare leaders to announce the opening of a mass COVID-19 vaccination site at Moscone South in 2021.</figcaption></figure>


Mayor London Breed, left, listens to SFPD Chief Bill Scott at a press conference on Jan. 25, 2022.


<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img src="https://content.sfstandard.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/breed_photos_00017-edited.jpg" alt="A woman in a red coat with pearl earrings looks serious as she stands outside. In the foreground, a uniformed police officer is partially visible." class="wp-image-330699"/><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Breed listens to SFPD Chief Bill Scott during a press conference in 2022.</figcaption></figure>


San Francisco Mayor London Breed speaks during Asian Justice Rally, a national rally on the anniversary of the fatal attack on an 84-year-old Thai grandfather Vicha Ratanapakdee, commemorating Ratanapakdee and the victims of anti-Asian violence and racism, on Sunday, Jan. 30, 2022 in San Francisco's Anza Vista neighborhood.


<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img src="https://content.sfstandard.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/breed_photos_00018.jpg?w=1397" alt="A woman speaks at a podium with microphones, featuring a poster that reads &quot;Justice for Vicha.&quot; A &quot;Remember Vicha Ratanapakdee&quot; sign is also visible." class="wp-image-330545"/><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Breed speaks at a rally marking the anniversary of the fatal attack on an 84-year-old Thai grandfather Vicha Ratanapakdee in 2022.</figcaption></figure>


Urban Alchemys Rodney Wrice patrols a homeless tent village a block away from San Franciscos City Hall in the Tenderloin neighborhood of San Francisco, California Thursday January 27, 2022.  Mayor London Breeds efforts to cleanup the Tenderloin neighborhood over the past two years has increased in effort with a her recent State of Emergency.


<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img src="https://content.sfstandard.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/breed_photos_00019.jpg?w=2500" alt="A row of tents covered with blue tarps is set up on a street at night. A person in a vest walks by, with a domed, illuminated building in the background." class="wp-image-330546"/><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">An Urban Alchemy worker patrols a homeless tent village near City Hall.</figcaption></figure>


Mayor London Breed tours a one bedroom at the 711 Post St. shelter in San Francisco Calif., on Tuesday, July 19, 2022. The building at 711 Post St. has been repurposed and is opening as a shelter for housing homeless residents, according to a news release from Mayor London Breed’s office.


<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img src="https://content.sfstandard.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/breed_photos_00020.jpg?w=2500" alt="A woman in a suit and mask stands beside a bed with a colorful polka dot cover. The room has a small sink, purple curtains, and decorative wallpaper." class="wp-image-330547"/><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Breed tours a room the 711 Post St. shelter, which was repurposed as a shelter for homeless residents.</figcaption></figure>


A composite photo of San Francisco District Attorney Chesa Boudin (left) on Monday, June 6, 2022 and San Francisco Mayor London Breed at City Hall in San Francisco, California Wednesday February 9, 2022.


<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img src="https://content.sfstandard.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/breed_photos_00021.jpg?w=2500" alt="The image shows two people side by side, each in a separate panel. The man on the left looks contemplative, while the woman on the right appears focused." class="wp-image-330548"/><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Chesa Boudin was elected San Francisco District Attorney in November 2019, defeating Mayor Breed-appointed Interim District Attorney&nbsp;<a href="https://www.sfchronicle.com/bayarea/heatherknight/article/From-car-break-ins-to-meth-possession-interim-DA-14803848.php" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Suzy Loftus</a>&nbsp;by&nbsp;<a href="https://patch.com/california/san-francisco/chesa-boudin-claims-victory-sf-district-attorney-race" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">a razor-thin margin</a>&nbsp;in a&nbsp;<a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8Z2fRPRkWvY" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">ranked-choice voting</a>&nbsp;contest.&nbsp;Boudin was later recalled by San Francisco voters with 55% of voters supporting his removal.</figcaption></figure>


Mayor London Breed joins members of rhe NorCal Carpenters Union during an Affordable Homes Now Rally in the Tenderloin neighborhood of San Francisco on Thursday, June 16, 2022.


<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img src="https://content.sfstandard.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/breed_photos_00022.jpg?w=2500" alt="A woman speaks at a podium surrounded by people holding signs about affordable housing. Two large foam thumbs-up signs are in the background." class="wp-image-330549"/><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Breed joins members of the NorCal Carpenters Union during an Affordable Homes Now Rally in the Tenderloin in 2022.</figcaption></figure>


S.F. Mayor London Breed with new S.F. District Attorney Brooke Jenkins gets a line formed to congratulate her on Friday, July 8, 2022 in San Francisco.


<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img src="https://content.sfstandard.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/breed_photos_00023.jpg?w=2500" alt="A woman in a blue outfit speaks into a microphone on a stage, surrounded by a crowd. Another woman in a black suit stands beside her, with a U.S. flag in the background." class="wp-image-330550"/><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Breed announces her appointment of Brooke Jenkins as the city&#8217;s new district attorney following Boudin&#8217;s recall in 2022.</figcaption></figure>


<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img src="https://content.sfstandard.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/breed_photos_00023.jpg?w=2500" alt="A woman in a blue outfit speaks into a microphone on a stage, surrounded by a crowd. Another woman in a black suit stands beside her, with a U.S. flag in the background." class="wp-image-330550"/><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Breed announces her appointment of Brooke Jenkins as the city's new district attorney following Boudin's recall in 2022.</figcaption></figure>

<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img src="https://content.sfstandard.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/breed_photos_00023.jpg?w=2500" alt="A woman in a blue outfit speaks into a microphone on a stage, surrounded by a crowd. Another woman in a black suit stands beside her, with a U.S. flag in the background." class="wp-image-330550"/><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Breed announces her appointment of Brooke Jenkins as the city&#8217;s new district attorney following Boudin&#8217;s recall in 2022.</figcaption></figure>

House Speaker Nancy Pelosi, left, U.S. Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg, and San Francisco Mayor London Breed converse as they tour San Francisco's long-delayed Central Subway project on Wednesday, September 8, 2022, in San Francisco.


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<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img src="https://content.sfstandard.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/breed_photos_00024.jpg?w=2048" alt="Three people in hard hats and safety vests are on a subway. Two are seated on red seats, listening to the third person standing. The environment is modern and professional." class="wp-image-330551"/><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Breed speaks with House Speaker Nancy Pelosi and U.S. Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg as they tour the city's long-delayed Central Subway project in 2022.</figcaption></figure>

<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img src="https://content.sfstandard.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/breed_photos_00024.jpg?w=2048" alt="Three people in hard hats and safety vests are on a subway. Two are seated on red seats, listening to the third person standing. The environment is modern and professional." class="wp-image-330551"/><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Breed speaks with House Speaker Nancy Pelosi and U.S. Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg as they tour the city&#8217;s long-delayed Central Subway project in 2022.</figcaption></figure>

Mayor London Breed’s sheds a tear water during a Board of Supervisors meeting held at United Nations Plaza in San Francisco, on Tuesday, May 23, 2023. The Supervisors and Mayor Breed held the meeting at the plaza to address city issues including the fentanyl and the opioid epidemic.


<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img src="https://content.sfstandard.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/breed_photos_00026.jpg?w=1500" alt="The image shows a close-up of a person’s face in profile with a tear rolling down their cheek, set against an outdoor background." class="wp-image-330556"/><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Breed sheds a tear during a 2023 Board of Supervisors meeting at United Nations Plaza as city leaders discussed the city&#8217;s drug crisis.</figcaption></figure>


<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img src="https://content.sfstandard.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/breed_photos_00026.jpg?w=1500" alt="The image shows a close-up of a person’s face in profile with a tear rolling down their cheek, set against an outdoor background." class="wp-image-330556"/><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Breed sheds a tear during a 2023 Board of Supervisors meeting at United Nations Plaza as city leaders discussed the city's drug crisis.</figcaption></figure>

<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img src="https://content.sfstandard.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/breed_photos_00026.jpg?w=1500" alt="The image shows a close-up of a person’s face in profile with a tear rolling down their cheek, set against an outdoor background." class="wp-image-330556"/><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Breed sheds a tear during a 2023 Board of Supervisors meeting at United Nations Plaza as city leaders discussed the city&#8217;s drug crisis.</figcaption></figure>

San Francisco Mayor London Breed smiles during an interview on Thursday, June 1, 2023, in San Francisco.


<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img src="https://content.sfstandard.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/breed_photos_00027.jpg?w=2500" alt="A person in a red suit smiles warmly, seated in a wood-paneled room with flags and framed photos in the background, creating a formal yet inviting atmosphere." class="wp-image-330558"/><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Breed is interviewed at her City Hall office in 2023.</figcaption></figure>


Mayor London Breed cheers for Supervisor Rafael Mandelman as they advocate for homeless encampment sweeps while gathered outside the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals, in San Francisco on Wednesday, August 23, 2023. Breed and Supervisors Mandelman, Matt Dorsey and Joel Engardio attended to express their opposition to the injunction that restricts the city from clearing encampments.


<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img src="https://content.sfstandard.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/breed_photos_00029.jpg?w=2500" alt="A group of people, including a woman in a blue suit speaking and clapping, gather with protest signs about homelessness. One sign reads &quot;Homeless Industrial Complex.&quot;" class="wp-image-330561"/><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Breed takes part in a demonstration advocating for homeless encampment sweeps outside the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals in August 2023.</figcaption></figure>


San Francisco Mayor London Breed speaks at City Hall on Tuesday, Oct 24, 2023. The mayor gave a press conference about the upcoming APEC summit.


<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img src="https://content.sfstandard.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/breed_photos_00028.jpg?w=2500" alt="A woman stands at a podium labeled &quot;APEC 2023 United States&quot; with a San Francisco logo. The setting includes flags and a poster in the background." class="wp-image-330560"/><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Breed discusses the upcoming APEC summit at a news conference in October 2023.</figcaption></figure>


Mayor London Breed celebrates a 49ers field goal with people at a Super Bowl watch party at the Lookout bar in the Castro District in San Francisco on Sunday, Feb. 11, 2024. On Sunday, people from around the world watched the San Francisco 49ers and the Kansas City Chiefs compete for the NFL championship during Super Bowl LVIII which took place in Las Vegas, Nevada.


<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img src="https://content.sfstandard.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/breed_photos_00030.jpg?w=2500" alt="Three people celebrate enthusiastically at a bar, wearing red sports apparel. A woman in front cheers with her fist raised, while the others clap and raise arms." class="wp-image-330563"/><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Breed celebrates a 49ers field goal at a 2024 Super Bowl watch party at HiTops in the Castro District.</figcaption></figure>


Mayor London Breed talks to voters at the blue painted lady on Tuesday July 16, 2024. About 40 people sat inside the blue painted lady for a private town hall event with Mayor London Breed where she made her pitch for reelection and voters asked questions about zoning, downtown, crime, and other problems plaguing the city.


<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img src="https://content.sfstandard.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/breed_photos_00031.jpg?w=2385" alt="A woman in the foreground gestures while a group of people, including two with visible nametags, attentively sit behind her in a room with a window and cabinet." class="wp-image-330566"/><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Breed speaks to voters at the blue Painted Lady house in Alamo Square in July.</figcaption></figure>


Mayor London Breed speaks to a crowd of hundreds to announce her re-election campaign inside The Fillmore venue in the Fillmore District of San Francisco on Saturday, May 18, 2024. Mayor London Breed officially kicks off her bid for re-election as Mayor of San Francisco. She will face a crowded field, including Supervisors Aaron Peskin,
Mark Farrell, Daniel Lurie, and Ahsha Safai, who could potentially take her position.


<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img src="https://content.sfstandard.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/breed_photos_00032-edited.jpg" alt="A woman stands on stage holding a microphone, surrounded by yellow and blue balloons. The backdrop shows the Golden Gate Bridge graphic." class="wp-image-330700"/><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Breed announces her reelection campaign in May.</figcaption></figure>


Mayoral candidates (from left) Ahsha Safaí, Daniel Curie, Mayor London Breed and Aaron Peskin onstage at the second mayoral debate, held at UC Law in San Francisco on Monday, June 17th, 2024.


<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img src="https://content.sfstandard.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/breed_photos_00033.jpg?w=2500" alt="Four people in professional attire are on a stage. Three are seated in chairs, while a woman in a red suit stands speaking. Bottles of water are on tables nearby." class="wp-image-330568"/><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Breed answers a question during a mayoral debate at UC Law in San Francisco in June.</figcaption></figure>


Mayor London Breed speaks to supporters at Victory Hall in San Francisco on Tuesday, November 5, 2024. Breed arrived to speak after initial election results had her trailing behind Daniel Lurie.


<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img src="https://content.sfstandard.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/breed_photos_00034.jpg?w=2500" alt="A woman in a blue suit speaks to a crowd in a room with a banner featuring her name. People are taking photos and recording with their phones." class="wp-image-330569"/><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Breed speaks to supporters at Victory Hall on Tuesday.</figcaption></figure>


Mayor London Breed delivers her concession speech OR XXX at City Hall in San Francisco on November 7, 2024. Breed, who was the incumbent candidate, lost out to rival Daniel Lurie.


<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img src="https://content.sfstandard.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/w2a8394.jpg?w=2500" alt="A woman in a blue outfit stands at a podium with multiple microphones. She appears to be speaking or addressing an audience in a formal setting." class="wp-image-330634"/><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Breed delivers her concession speech Thursday.</figcaption></figure>


Mayor London Breed gives a concession speech in Room 200 at City Hall on Thursday, November 7, 2024. Candidate Daniel Lurie beat London Breed to capture the title of Mayor of San Francisco.

Mayor London Breed’s official portrait painted by Elaine Badgley Arnoux in Room 200 at City Hall on Thursday, November 7, 2024. Candidate Daniel Lurie beat London Breed to capture the title of Mayor of San Francisco.


<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img src="https://content.sfstandard.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/20241107-breedconcedes_jason_0090-edited.jpg" alt="A portrait painting of a woman in a blue outfit sitting on a chair is displayed on a wooden wall. An American flag stands to the right." class="wp-image-330694"/><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Breed’s official portrait painted by Elaine Badgley Arnoux is seen in Room 200 at City Hall.</figcaption></figure>


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If San Franciscans could collectively make new year’s resolutions, there’s little doubt what issues they’d hope to improve.&nbsp;

<p>If San Franciscans could collectively make new year’s resolutions, there’s little doubt what issues they’d hope to improve.&nbsp;</p>

During last year’s hard-fought election, denizens repeatedly told pollsters they want to feel safe in their communities, they want the fentanyl crisis to stop, they want affordable places to live, and they want a government that just plain works.&nbsp;

<p>During last year’s hard-fought election, denizens repeatedly told pollsters they want to feel safe in their communities, they want the fentanyl crisis to stop, they want affordable places to live, and they want a government that just plain works.&nbsp;</p>

Today, a new mayor assumes responsibility for those dreams.&nbsp;

<p>Today, a new mayor assumes responsibility for those dreams.&nbsp;</p>

Daniel Lurie took office Wednesday morning in an inauguration rife with pageantry. Everyone from the connected elite to the hoi polloi packed the ceremony at Civic Center, just outside City Hall, eager to hear Lurie’s vision for the City of Saint Francis.

<p>Daniel Lurie took office Wednesday morning in an inauguration rife with pageantry. Everyone from the connected elite to the hoi polloi packed the ceremony at Civic Center, just outside City Hall, eager to hear Lurie’s vision for the City of Saint Francis. </p>

The event drew roughly 2,600 attendees, according to Lurie&#8217;s team. Luminaries with prime seating included former mayors Willie Brown and Frank Jordan, outgoing mayor London Breed, First Partner Jennifer Siebel Newsom, Lt. Gov. Eleni Kounalakis, local and state officials, and members of the Board of Supervisors. Gov. Gavin Newsom was expected to attend, but stayed in Los Angeles area due to the major fires in the area, Lurie&#8217;s spokesperson said.

<p>The event drew roughly 2,600 attendees, according to Lurie's team. Luminaries with prime seating included former mayors Willie Brown and Frank Jordan, outgoing mayor London Breed, First Partner Jennifer Siebel Newsom, Lt. Gov. Eleni Kounalakis, local and state officials, and members of the Board of Supervisors. Gov. Gavin Newsom was expected to attend, but stayed in Los Angeles area due to the major fires in the area, Lurie's spokesperson said. </p>

<p>The event drew roughly 2,600 attendees, according to Lurie&#8217;s team. Luminaries with prime seating included former mayors Willie Brown and Frank Jordan, outgoing mayor London Breed, First Partner Jennifer Siebel Newsom, Lt. Gov. Eleni Kounalakis, local and state officials, and members of the Board of Supervisors. Gov. Gavin Newsom was expected to attend, but stayed in Los Angeles area due to the major fires in the area, Lurie&#8217;s spokesperson said. </p>

8055988759:Becca Prowda, the wife of Mayor-elect Daniel Lurie, takes their seats for the swearing-in of Daniel Lurie as the new Mayor of San Francisco on Wednesday, January 8, 2025. Daniel Lurie, a member of the Democratic Party and heir to the Levi Strauss fortune, has been officially inaugurated as the 46th mayor of San Francisco. With a strong background in philanthropy and public service, he steps into this important role ready to make significant contributions to the city's vibrant community. His administration will focus on addressing major issues facing the city, including drug-relate.


<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img src="https://content.sfstandard.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/nbg_6345.jpg?w=2500" alt="A group of people sit outdoors on a sunny day, some looking upward. A man in a suit in the center seems to be smiling with his eyes closed. A woman is sitting beside him." class="wp-image-352273"/><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Mayor Daniel Lurie and wife Becca Prowda take their seats at Lurie&#8217;s swearing-in ceremony, which drew roughly 2,600 registered attendees to Civic Center. </figcaption></figure>


<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img src="https://content.sfstandard.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/nbg_6345.jpg?w=2500" alt="A group of people sit outdoors on a sunny day, some looking upward. A man in a suit in the center seems to be smiling with his eyes closed. A woman is sitting beside him." class="wp-image-352273"/><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Mayor Daniel Lurie and wife Becca Prowda take their seats at Lurie's swearing-in ceremony, which drew roughly 2,600 registered attendees to Civic Center. </figcaption></figure>

<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img src="https://content.sfstandard.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/nbg_6345.jpg?w=2500" alt="A group of people sit outdoors on a sunny day, some looking upward. A man in a suit in the center seems to be smiling with his eyes closed. A woman is sitting beside him." class="wp-image-352273"/><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Mayor Daniel Lurie and wife Becca Prowda take their seats at Lurie&#8217;s swearing-in ceremony, which drew roughly 2,600 registered attendees to Civic Center. </figcaption></figure>

Dr. Nadine Burke, the former surgeon general of California and a Lurie campaign supporter; Lurie&#8217;s wife, Becca Prowda; and Warriors coach Steve Kerr each gave remarks praising Lurie&#8217;s vision. In his own speech, Lurie described ambitious plans to solve the fentanyl and homelessness crises, improve City Hall governance, and revive the city&#8217;s downtown economy. <br><br>“Together, we can all get better, do better, and return San Francisco to its rightful place as the greatest city in the world,” Lurie told the crowd. <br><br>The road ahead won&#8217;t be easy. Lurie will need to move beyond campaign platitudes to garner goodwill, said Jim Ross, a political consultant who led Gavin Newsom’s successful 2003 race for San Francisco mayor.&nbsp;In other words, the infamously <a href="https://sfstandard.com/2024/09/06/daniel-lurie-mayoral-campaign-poll-win/">vague mayoral candidate</a> will need to offer up more specifics.

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<p>Dr. Nadine Burke, the former surgeon general of California and a Lurie campaign supporter; Lurie's wife, Becca Prowda; and Warriors coach Steve Kerr each gave remarks praising Lurie's vision. In his own speech, Lurie described ambitious plans to solve the fentanyl and homelessness crises, improve City Hall governance, and revive the city's downtown economy. <br><br>“Together, we can all get better, do better, and return San Francisco to its rightful place as the greatest city in the world,” Lurie told the crowd. <br><br>The road ahead won't be easy. Lurie will need to move beyond campaign platitudes to garner goodwill, said Jim Ross, a political consultant who led Gavin Newsom’s successful 2003 race for San Francisco mayor.&nbsp;In other words, the infamously <a href="https://sfstandard.com/2024/09/06/daniel-lurie-mayoral-campaign-poll-win/">vague mayoral candidate</a> will need to offer up more specifics. </p>

<p>Dr. Nadine Burke, the former surgeon general of California and a Lurie campaign supporter; Lurie&#8217;s wife, Becca Prowda; and Warriors coach Steve Kerr each gave remarks praising Lurie&#8217;s vision. In his own speech, Lurie described ambitious plans to solve the fentanyl and homelessness crises, improve City Hall governance, and revive the city&#8217;s downtown economy. <br><br>“Together, we can all get better, do better, and return San Francisco to its rightful place as the greatest city in the world,” Lurie told the crowd. <br><br>The road ahead won&#8217;t be easy. Lurie will need to move beyond campaign platitudes to garner goodwill, said Jim Ross, a political consultant who led Gavin Newsom’s successful 2003 race for San Francisco mayor.&nbsp;In other words, the infamously <a href="https://sfstandard.com/2024/09/06/daniel-lurie-mayoral-campaign-poll-win/">vague mayoral candidate</a> will need to offer up more specifics. </p>

“Governing as mayor of San Francisco is all about the details: nuts and bolts, making things happen for residents,” Ross said.&nbsp;

<p>“Governing as mayor of San Francisco is all about the details: nuts and bolts, making things happen for residents,” Ross said.&nbsp;</p>

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It’s not like Lurie’s been sitting on his hands since he won office. Already the mayor-elect has <a href="https://sfstandard.com/opinion/2025/01/07/the-fresh-faces-in-luries-cabinet-will-have-vast-power-but-will-they-know-how-to-wield-it/">announced four policy chiefs</a>, new positions suggested by the policy think tank SPUR to wrangle the city’s sprawling departmental bureaucracy. He even hired the head of that think tank as chief of transportation and climate.&nbsp;

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<p>It’s not like Lurie’s been sitting on his hands since he won office. Already the mayor-elect has <a href="https://sfstandard.com/opinion/2025/01/07/the-fresh-faces-in-luries-cabinet-will-have-vast-power-but-will-they-know-how-to-wield-it/">announced four policy chiefs</a>, new positions suggested by the policy think tank SPUR to wrangle the city’s sprawling departmental bureaucracy. He even hired the head of that think tank as chief of transportation and climate.&nbsp;</p>

Rodney Fong, CEO of the Chamber of Commerce, was feeling hopeful for the city’s economy. “We&#8217;re feeling, already every single week, an increase in business in San Francisco,&#8221; Fong said at the inauguration ceremony.

<p>Rodney Fong, CEO of the Chamber of Commerce, was feeling hopeful for the city’s economy. “We're feeling, already every single week, an increase in business in San Francisco," Fong said at the inauguration ceremony. </p>

<p>Rodney Fong, CEO of the Chamber of Commerce, was feeling hopeful for the city’s economy. “We&#8217;re feeling, already every single week, an increase in business in San Francisco,&#8221; Fong said at the inauguration ceremony. </p>

Districty Attorney Brooke Jenkins said she supports Lurie&#8217;s push for more drug treatment beds, an effort he advocated for during his campaign. <br><br>“We have to have a system in a place where we can take them to detox and to be prepared to accept the offers of treatment,” Jenkins said.

<p>Districty Attorney Brooke Jenkins said she supports Lurie's push for more drug treatment beds, an effort he advocated for during his campaign. <br><br>“We have to have a system in a place where we can take them to detox and to be prepared to accept the offers of treatment,” Jenkins said.</p>

<p>Districty Attorney Brooke Jenkins said she supports Lurie&#8217;s push for more drug treatment beds, an effort he advocated for during his campaign. <br><br>“We have to have a system in a place where we can take them to detox and to be prepared to accept the offers of treatment,” Jenkins said.</p>

Lurie will need the help. As much as he wants to build a new San Francisco, the world may end up <a href="https://sfstandard.com/2024/11/07/daniel-lurie-wins-san-francisco-mayor/">bashing in his plans with a baseball bat</a>. 

<p>Lurie will need the help. As much as he wants to build a new San Francisco, the world may end up <a href="https://sfstandard.com/2024/11/07/daniel-lurie-wins-san-francisco-mayor/">bashing in his plans with a baseball bat</a>. </p>

His success as mayor very well may be judged on issues far outside his control.

<p>His success as mayor very well may be judged on issues far outside his control.</p>

Imagine a world where President Trump makes good on his promise to deport millions of noncitizen Americans. When thousands of San Franciscans are carried out of Mission district homes by armed Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents, will Lurie be marked as a limp mayor for a failure to defend them?&nbsp;

<p>Imagine a world where President Trump makes good on his promise to deport millions of noncitizen Americans. When thousands of San Franciscans are carried out of Mission district homes by armed Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents, will Lurie be marked as a limp mayor for a failure to defend them?&nbsp;</p>

MONTEZUMA PASS, AZ, AUGUST 22: 

Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump speaks to journalists at the U.S. - Mexico border in Montezuma Pass, Arizona, on August 22, 2024. Trump is touring the border ahead of campaign events in Las Vegas, Nevada and Glendale, Arizona. (Photo by Tom Brenner for The Washington Post via Getty Images)


<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img src="https://content.sfstandard.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/gettyimages-2167189095.jpg?w=2500" alt="A man in a blue suit and red tie speaks at a podium with &quot;The Southern Border&quot; written on it, in front of a tall metal border fence." class="wp-image-343069"/><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">President-elect Donald Trump has pledged to deport undocumented immigrants and may target sanctuary cities like San Francisco. </figcaption></figure>


At a Tuesday-night event at the Congregation Emanu-El synagogue on Lake Street, Lurie praised San Francisco&#8217;s liberal values but suggested that the city needs to look inward.

<p>At a Tuesday-night event at the Congregation Emanu-El synagogue on Lake Street, Lurie praised San Francisco's liberal values but suggested that the city needs to look inward.</p>

<p>At a Tuesday-night event at the Congregation Emanu-El synagogue on Lake Street, Lurie praised San Francisco&#8217;s liberal values but suggested that the city needs to look inward.</p>

&#8220;San Francisco is known all over the world as a place where people are allowed to love who they want to love and practice any faith that they choose without fear of persecution, a place where people seek safe harbor and shelter, and that will remain true under my administration,&#8221; he said. &#8220;But &#8230; to truly be a safe harbor, we have to get our house in order.&#8221;

<p>"San Francisco is known all over the world as a place where people are allowed to love who they want to love and practice any faith that they choose without fear of persecution, a place where people seek safe harbor and shelter, and that will remain true under my administration," he said. "But ... to truly be a safe harbor, we have to get our house in order."</p>

<p>&#8220;San Francisco is known all over the world as a place where people are allowed to love who they want to love and practice any faith that they choose without fear of persecution, a place where people seek safe harbor and shelter, and that will remain true under my administration,&#8221; he said. &#8220;But &#8230; to truly be a safe harbor, we have to get our house in order.&#8221;</p>

Lurie has pledged to hasten San Francisco’s revival. However, even a small dent in the immigrant population could deflate that promise by devastating our culinary industry, already <a href="https://sfstandard.com/2024/12/30/sf-restaurant-bar-closings-2024/">teetering on the edge</a>.

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<p>Lurie has pledged to hasten San Francisco’s revival. However, even a small dent in the immigrant population could deflate that promise by devastating our culinary industry, already <a href="https://sfstandard.com/2024/12/30/sf-restaurant-bar-closings-2024/">teetering on the edge</a>.</p>

8055988734—Opening of the mayoral inauguration of Daniel Lurie, a member of the Democratic Party and heir to the Levi Strauss on Wednesday, Jan. 8, 2025, SF, CA. With a strong background in philanthropy and public service, he steps into this important role ready to make
significant contributions to the city's vibrant community. His administration will focus on addressing major issues facing the city, including drug-related challenges, homelessness, and housing.


<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img src="https://content.sfstandard.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/dsc6490.jpeg?w=1616" alt="A large crowd sits facing a grand building with a dome under a clear blue sky. Flags line the pathway, and a camera is visible on the left side." class="wp-image-352272"/><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Speakers at Lurie&#8217;s inauguration, who included Warriors coach Steve Kerr and Lure&#8217;s wife Becca Prowda, emphasized hope and a new era of service at City Hall. </figcaption></figure>


<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img src="https://content.sfstandard.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/dsc6490.jpeg?w=1616" alt="A large crowd sits facing a grand building with a dome under a clear blue sky. Flags line the pathway, and a camera is visible on the left side." class="wp-image-352272"/><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Speakers at Lurie's inauguration, who included Warriors coach Steve Kerr and Lure's wife Becca Prowda, emphasized hope and a new era of service at City Hall. </figcaption></figure>

<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img src="https://content.sfstandard.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/dsc6490.jpeg?w=1616" alt="A large crowd sits facing a grand building with a dome under a clear blue sky. Flags line the pathway, and a camera is visible on the left side." class="wp-image-352272"/><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Speakers at Lurie&#8217;s inauguration, who included Warriors coach Steve Kerr and Lure&#8217;s wife Becca Prowda, emphasized hope and a new era of service at City Hall. </figcaption></figure>

We saw this come to pass with outgoing Mayor London Breed. <a href="https://sfstandard.com/2024/11/15/why-london-breed-lost-san-francisco-mayor/">While her own decisions</a> played into her failure, in some ways, failure was thrust upon her. It began with the pandemic that arrived two months into her term and emptied out downtown, perhaps permanently.&nbsp;

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<p>We saw this come to pass with outgoing Mayor London Breed. <a href="https://sfstandard.com/2024/11/15/why-london-breed-lost-san-francisco-mayor/">While her own decisions</a> played into her failure, in some ways, failure was thrust upon her. It began with the pandemic that arrived two months into her term and emptied out downtown, perhaps permanently.&nbsp;</p>

Then there’s the deus ex machina of the Supreme Court’s Grants Pass decision. It isn’t a stretch to say that decision, and Breed’s subsequent encampment sweeps, played a role in alleviating voters’ frustrations about street conditions.&nbsp;

<p>Then there’s the deus ex machina of the Supreme Court’s Grants Pass decision. It isn’t a stretch to say that decision, and Breed’s subsequent encampment sweeps, played a role in alleviating voters’ frustrations about street conditions.&nbsp;</p>

To be sure, pushing people without homes from neighborhood to neighborhood doesn’t solve the crisis, but sweeps —&nbsp;viewed in cold, cynical political terms — alleviate short-term pain for housed voters.

<p>To be sure, pushing people without homes from neighborhood to neighborhood doesn’t solve the crisis, but sweeps —&nbsp;viewed in cold, cynical political terms — alleviate short-term pain for housed voters.</p>

By the time the courts uncuffed Breed to act, it was far too late for her campaign. Numerous such traps are laid in front of the Lurie administration.&nbsp;

<p>By the time the courts uncuffed Breed to act, it was far too late for her campaign. Numerous such traps are laid in front of the Lurie administration.&nbsp;</p>

Allies of Trump have told California leaders <a href="https://laist.com/news/trump-allies-warn-california-leaders-they-could-go-to-prison-over-sanctuary-city-laws">they could be jailed</a> for upholding laws pertaining to sanctuary cities. And Trump’s administration could withhold hundreds of millions of dollars in funding from San Francisco during a five-alarm budget crisis.

<p>Allies of Trump have told California leaders <a href="https://laist.com/news/trump-allies-warn-california-leaders-they-could-go-to-prison-over-sanctuary-city-laws">they could be jailed</a> for upholding laws pertaining to sanctuary cities. And Trump’s administration could withhold hundreds of millions of dollars in funding from San Francisco during a five-alarm budget crisis.</p>

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