Dan Morain

Opinion: Culture warrior and housing rebel: SF’s state senator, Scott Wiener, carves a fresh path

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The politician is combining his progressive positions on social issues with more centrist views on housing and homelessness, a mix that could serve him well in the future.

Scott Wiener

Opinion: Stay awhile. Sen. Scott Wiener wants to bring fun back to downtown San Francisco

The senator would fast-track housing conversions, build a university and lure entertainment venues back downtown.

Liz Lindqwister

Walgreens killing: State Sen. Scott Wiener demands more information about shooting of Banko Brown

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Wiener’s request adds to the chorus of politicians, activists and community members demanding greater transparency about Brown’s killing.

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Annie Gaus

Police search Sen. Scott Wiener’s home following bomb threat

An email sent to The Standard said “Scott Wiener will die today.” Wiener has been a frequent target of homophobic rhetoric and threats.

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David Sjostedt

State Sen. Scott Wiener, ‘San Fransicko’ author debate safe consumption sites on ‘Dr. Phil’ show

The TV host Dr. Phil took on harm reduction this week, with State Sen. Scott Wiener and Michael Shellenberger debating safe consumption sites. 

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Opinion: Culture warrior and housing rebel: SF’s state senator, Scott Wiener, carves a fresh path

Opinion: Stay awhile. Sen. Scott Wiener wants to bring fun back to downtown San Francisco

Walgreens killing: State Sen. Scott Wiener demands more information about shooting of Banko Brown

Police search Sen. Scott Wiener’s home following bomb threat

State Sen. Scott Wiener, ‘San Fransicko’ author debate safe consumption sites on ‘Dr. Phil’ show