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<strong>Check out the following link for the latest entries in <a href="https://sfstandard.com/politics/midterm-election-san-francisco-supervisors-ballot-measures/">The Standard’s Election Day Live Blog</a>. See below for entries from earlier in the day. </strong>


<h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>Check out the following link for the latest entries in <a href="https://sfstandard.com/politics/midterm-election-san-francisco-supervisors-ballot-measures/">The Standard’s Election Day Live Blog</a>. See below for entries from earlier in the day. </strong></h2>


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<h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>Check out the following link for the latest entries in <a href="https://sfstandard.com/politics/midterm-election-san-francisco-supervisors-ballot-measures/">The Standard’s Election Day Live Blog</a>. See below for entries from earlier in the day. </strong></h2>

<strong>4:57 p.m. | No Long Lines at City Polling Places </strong>


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If you&#8217;re following election coverage from other states, you&#8217;ve probably seen reports of long lines and lengthy wait times to vote. That&#8217;s not the case in San Francisco. A quick look at the&nbsp;<a href="https://sfelections.org/tools/map_poll_time/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">SF Elections map</a>&nbsp;helps explain why.

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<p>If you're following election coverage from other states, you've probably seen reports of long lines and lengthy wait times to vote. That's not the case in San Francisco. A quick look at the&nbsp;<a href="https://sfelections.org/tools/map_poll_time/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">SF Elections map</a>&nbsp;helps explain why.</p>

<p>If you&#8217;re following election coverage from other states, you&#8217;ve probably seen reports of long lines and lengthy wait times to vote. That&#8217;s not the case in San Francisco. A quick look at the&nbsp;<a href="https://sfelections.org/tools/map_poll_time/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">SF Elections map</a>&nbsp;helps explain why.</p>

The city is carpeted with polling places, and many San Franciscans receive mail-in ballots ahead of the vote. Currently, almost all polling places have no wait—although they may get busier as the workday ends.

<p>The city is carpeted with polling places, and many San Franciscans receive mail-in ballots ahead of the vote. Currently, almost all polling places have no wait—although they may get busier as the workday ends.</p>

&#8220;I moved here from Colorado, (and) what I find amazing is how many polling places there are,&#8221; poll worker Tom Japhet told The Standard at the polling place in St. Michael’s Ukrainian Orthodox Church.&nbsp;

<p>"I moved here from Colorado, (and) what I find amazing is how many polling places there are," poll worker Tom Japhet told The Standard at the polling place in St. Michael’s Ukrainian Orthodox Church.&nbsp;</p>

<p>&#8220;I moved here from Colorado, (and) what I find amazing is how many polling places there are,&#8221; poll worker Tom Japhet told The Standard at the polling place in St. Michael’s Ukrainian Orthodox Church.&nbsp;</p>

<strong>4:34 p.m. | Rare Pro-Life Poster Found in San Francisco</strong>


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A rare “No on Prop 1” sign hangs on the fence of St. Peter’s Catholic Church in the Latino Cultural District of the Mission District in San Francisco on Tuesday, Nov. 8, 2022. | Kevin V. Nguyen


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<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img src="https://content.sfstandard.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/ElectionBlog-NoProp1SIgn-1.jpg" alt="" class="wp-image-91043"/><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">A rare “No on Prop. 1” sign hangs on the fence of St. Peter’s Catholic Church in the Latino Cultural District of the Mission District in San Francisco on Tuesday, Nov. 8, 2022. | Kevin V. Nguyen</figcaption></figure>

Social justice murals can be found all over the Latino Cultural District in the Mission District, but a rare “No on Prop. 1” poster was spotted Tuesday afternoon at St. Peter’s Catholic Church. Prop. 1 would add the right to abortion and contraceptive use to the California constitution.

<p>Social justice murals can be found all over the Latino Cultural District in the Mission District, but a rare “No on Prop. 1” poster was spotted Tuesday afternoon at St. Peter’s Catholic Church. Prop. 1 would add the right to abortion and contraceptive use to the California constitution.</p>

<strong>4:20 p.m. | Your Election Day 4-20 Break</strong>


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Election Day can be stressful—especially when it’s the fourth one in a calendar year. If you’re freaking out about the fate of a 244-year-old democracy or just really invested in yet another ballot measure regarding dialysis, you might want a nice diversion. Here are some <a href="https://sfstandard.com/politics/hilarious-nonpartisan-tweets-to-keep-you-from-screaming-on-election-day/">nonpartisan tweets</a> to take a quick breather before we jump back into the fray.

<p>Election Day can be stressful—especially when it’s the fourth one in a calendar year. If you’re freaking out about the fate of a 244-year-old democracy or just really invested in yet another ballot measure regarding dialysis, you might want a nice diversion. Here are some <a href="https://sfstandard.com/politics/hilarious-nonpartisan-tweets-to-keep-you-from-screaming-on-election-day/">nonpartisan tweets</a> to take a quick breather before we jump back into the fray.</p>

<strong>3:48 p.m. | Where Should the City Put Its Money?</strong>


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Delia Cullen, an 84-year-old city resident, voted today at a garage at 483 Ellington St.&nbsp;with conservative issues on her mind.&nbsp;She said the city spends too much money on programs for the homeless when it should be funding schools and transit.

<p>Delia Cullen, an 84-year-old city resident, voted today at a garage at 483 Ellington St.&nbsp;with conservative issues on her mind.&nbsp;She said the city spends too much money on programs for the homeless when it should be funding schools and transit.</p>

<strong>3:20 p.m. | An SF Tradition—Garage Polling Places</strong>


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It’s practically a San Francisco tradition: opening a polling place in a residential garage. For real estate manager Samuel Palmer, this is at least his 10th time hosting one at his Potrero Hill home—he’s lost count. So, what’s kept Palmer returning for more?

<p>It’s practically a San Francisco tradition: opening a polling place in a residential garage. For real estate manager Samuel Palmer, this is at least his 10th time hosting one at his Potrero Hill home—he’s lost count. So, what’s kept Palmer returning for more?</p>

“Democracy,” he said. “If you still believe in democracy, I kinda still believe you have to do this.”

<p>“Democracy,” he said. “If you still believe in democracy, I kinda still believe you have to do this.”</p>

Oh yeah. One more reason: “My wife and I are forced to tidy up our garage,” he adds with a laugh. Around 10 people have filled out ballots in person, while over 30 have dropped mail-in ballots into the ballot box.

<p>Oh yeah. One more reason: “My wife and I are forced to tidy up our garage,” he adds with a laugh. Around 10 people have filled out ballots in person, while over 30 have dropped mail-in ballots into the ballot box.</p>

<strong>3:10 p.m. | First-Generation San Franciscans Learn Through Doing</strong>


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Isabel A., left, and and Mitsumi S., right, are both seniors at Lincoln High School, and are participating in their first ever election. Both students won’t be able to vote until next year, but when they do, they will be the first in their families to do so. The two students clocked into their shift at San Francisco Fire Station #7 at 6 a.m. and are staying until polls close at 7 p.m., on Tuesday, Nov. 8, 2022. | Kevin V. Nguyen/The Standard


<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img src="https://content.sfstandard.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/ElectionBlog-Firestation-5.jpg" alt="" class="wp-image-90960"/><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Isabel A. (left) and Mitsumi S—seniors at Lincoln High School—are participating in their first-ever election. Both students&nbsp;won’t&nbsp;be able to vote until next year, but they said they will become the first in their families to do so. | Kevin V. Nguyen/The Standard</figcaption></figure>


Isabel A. and Mitsumi S. are both seniors at Lincoln High School participating in their first-ever election. They said they were recruited to work this cycle when county staff visited their civics class.

<p>Isabel A. and Mitsumi S. are both seniors at Lincoln High School participating in their first-ever election. They said they were recruited to work this cycle when county staff visited their civics class.</p>

Neither will&nbsp;be able to vote until next year, but when they do, but they said they will become the first in their families to do so.

<p>Neither will&nbsp;be able to vote until next year, but when they do, but they said they will become the first in their families to do so.</p>

“Next election,” Isabel said, “we will finally have a voice.”

<p>“Next election,” Isabel said, “we will finally have a voice.”</p>

<strong>2:40 p.m. | No Rest for the Weary: Board of Supes Meets as Usual</strong>


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Supervisors Gordon Mar and Matt Dorsey were both out early this morning, dodging raindrops as they urged their fellow constituents to head to the polls. But despite all the election excitement, being a member of the San Francisco Board of Supervisors remains a job. The supes just called a short recess before voting on Supervisor Dean Preston&#8217;s resolution to keep the Tenderloin Center open until replacement services, meaning Mayor London Breed&#8217;s planned &#8220;wellness hubs,&#8221; are open and available.

<p>Supervisors Gordon Mar and Matt Dorsey were both out early this morning, dodging raindrops as they urged their fellow constituents to head to the polls. But despite all the election excitement, being a member of the San Francisco Board of Supervisors remains a job. The supes just called a short recess before voting on Supervisor Dean Preston's resolution to keep the Tenderloin Center open until replacement services, meaning Mayor London Breed's planned "wellness hubs," are open and available.</p>

<p>Supervisors Gordon Mar and Matt Dorsey were both out early this morning, dodging raindrops as they urged their fellow constituents to head to the polls. But despite all the election excitement, being a member of the San Francisco Board of Supervisors remains a job. The supes just called a short recess before voting on Supervisor Dean Preston&#8217;s resolution to keep the Tenderloin Center open until replacement services, meaning Mayor London Breed&#8217;s planned &#8220;wellness hubs,&#8221; are open and available.</p>

<strong>2 p.m. | What&#8217;s Driving You to the Polls? Local Voters Share Their Motivations</strong>


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We spoke to two young voters at UCSF’s Office of Communications, which is serving as a polling location today, about the issues they care about.

<p>We spoke to two young voters at UCSF’s Office of Communications, which is serving as a polling location today, about the issues they care about.</p>

Meagan Harms, a 25-year-old clinical research coordinator at UCSF, and Ian Oh, a 23-year-old UCSF worker, shared what had driven them to the polls today.

<p>Meagan Harms, a 25-year-old clinical research coordinator at UCSF, and Ian Oh, a 23-year-old UCSF worker, shared what had driven them to the polls today.</p>

<strong>1:45 p.m. | A Dress With a Message</strong>


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Erica Sandberg, an independent reporter, wore a statement dress with the words&nbsp;“Defund the Dealers” to the party at John’s Grill. She said the attire was motivated by the open-air drug dealing that has become prevalent in San Francisco’s downtown core.

<p>Erica Sandberg, an independent reporter, wore a statement dress with the words&nbsp;“Defund the Dealers” to the party at John’s Grill. She said the attire was motivated by the open-air drug dealing that has become prevalent in San Francisco’s downtown core.</p>

<strong>1:25 p.m. | Mahogany Anxiously Monitors Local, State and National Elections</strong>


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District 6 candidate Honey Mahogany speaks to her campaign team on Nov. 8, 2022 at her office’s headquarters in SoMa. | Ben Fanjoy/The Standard


<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img src="https://content.sfstandard.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/ElectionBlog-Honey8.jpg" alt="" class="wp-image-90873"/><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">District 6 candidate Honey Mahogany speaks to her campaign team on Nov. 8, 2022, at her office’s headquarters in SoMa. | Ben Fanjoy/The Standard</figcaption></figure>


In a speech to her campaign team in the middle of what is shaping up to be a long Election Day, District 6 candidate Honey Mahogany said that this is a “really low turnout election” and stressed the importance of the campaign’s voter mobilization effort.

<p>In a speech to her campaign team in the middle of what is shaping up to be a long Election Day, District 6 candidate Honey Mahogany said that this is a “really low turnout election” and stressed the importance of the campaign’s voter mobilization effort.</p>

&#8220;Make sure to eat your lunch,” she added, gesturing to the stacks of Costco pizza boxes. “We still have seven hours to go.”

<p>"Make sure to eat your lunch,” she added, gesturing to the stacks of Costco pizza boxes. “We still have seven hours to go.”</p>

<p>&#8220;Make sure to eat your lunch,” she added, gesturing to the stacks of Costco pizza boxes. “We still have seven hours to go.”</p>

But Mahogany, who also serves as the chair of the local Democratic Party, was not only concerned about winning District 6.

<p>But Mahogany, who also serves as the chair of the local Democratic Party, was not only concerned about winning District 6.</p>

“I’m very concerned about what’s going to happen federally,&#8221; Mahogany said, speaking to the major phone-banking efforts dedicated to flipping House and Senate seats blue—and the impact that could ultimately have on the local level. &#8220;This election could lead to big consequences for San Francisco on how welcoming a place this city can be, especially at this time like this when people might be seeking refuge in California.”

<p>“I’m very concerned about what’s going to happen federally," Mahogany said, speaking to the major phone-banking efforts dedicated to flipping House and Senate seats blue—and the impact that could ultimately have on the local level. "This election could lead to big consequences for San Francisco on how welcoming a place this city can be, especially at this time like this when people might be seeking refuge in California.”</p>

<p>“I’m very concerned about what’s going to happen federally,&#8221; Mahogany said, speaking to the major phone-banking efforts dedicated to flipping House and Senate seats blue—and the impact that could ultimately have on the local level. &#8220;This election could lead to big consequences for San Francisco on how welcoming a place this city can be, especially at this time like this when people might be seeking refuge in California.”</p>

<strong>1 p.m. | Willie Brown’s Boozy Election Party Brings Out the Big Dogs</strong>


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District Attorney Brooke Jenkins attends Willie Brown’s annual luncheon at John’s Grill on Nov. 8, 2022. | Annie Gaus/The Standard


<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img src="https://content.sfstandard.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/ElectionBlog-JohnsGrill4.jpg" alt="" class="wp-image-90885"/><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">District Attorney Brooke Jenkins attends Willie Brown’s annual luncheon at John’s Grill on Nov. 8, 2022. | Annie Gaus/The Standard</figcaption></figure>


Willie Brown’s annual luncheon at John’s Grill brought out some of the most prominent elected officials in San Francisco and beyond.&nbsp;Mayor London Breed, House Rep.&nbsp;Jackie Speier, state Sen.&nbsp;Scott Wiener,&nbsp;District Attorney Brooke Jenkins and Supervisor Ahsha Safaí were among the 200 or so attendees to make an appearance Tuesday afternoon.

<p>Willie Brown’s annual luncheon at John’s Grill brought out some of the most prominent elected officials in San Francisco and beyond.&nbsp;Mayor London Breed, House Rep.&nbsp;Jackie Speier, state Sen.&nbsp;Scott Wiener,&nbsp;District Attorney Brooke Jenkins and Supervisor Ahsha Safaí were among the 200 or so attendees to make an appearance Tuesday afternoon.</p>

The who’s who of local elected officials sipped drinks, nibbled on eclairs and rubbed elbows with supporters. District Attorney Brooke Jenkins was all smiles greeting partygoers and said she felt optimistic about her chances for victory: “Like any candidate, I’m nervous, but I’ve been feeling the support everywhere we go.”&nbsp;

<p>The who’s who of local elected officials sipped drinks, nibbled on eclairs and rubbed elbows with supporters. District Attorney Brooke Jenkins was all smiles greeting partygoers and said she felt optimistic about her chances for victory: “Like any candidate, I’m nervous, but I’ve been feeling the support everywhere we go.”&nbsp;</p>

<p>— <em>Josh Koehn &amp; Annie Gaus</em></p>

<strong>12:30 p.m. | Married on a Rainy Election Day</strong>


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A recently-wedded couple poses for a photo outside City Hall in San Francisco Calif., on Tuesday Nov. 8, 2022. | Ben Fanjoy/The Standard


<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img src="https://content.sfstandard.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/ElectionBlog-CityHallWedding.jpg" alt="" class="wp-image-90840"/><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">A recently wedded couple poses for a photo outside San Francisco City Hall on Nov. 8, 2022. | Ben Fanjoy/The Standard</figcaption></figure>


One of the most consistently busy places to vote today is at San Francisco City Hall, though that’s not the only activity taking place there. People are also getting married. Whatever the outcome of today&#8217;s elections, it appears that this couple—who we caught kissing outside of City Hall after tying the knot—will look back fondly on Nov. 8, 2022.

<p>One of the most consistently busy places to vote today is at San Francisco City Hall, though that’s not the only activity taking place there. People are also getting married. Whatever the outcome of today's elections, it appears that this couple—who we caught kissing outside of City Hall after tying the knot—will look back fondly on Nov. 8, 2022.</p>

<p>One of the most consistently busy places to vote today is at San Francisco City Hall, though that’s not the only activity taking place there. People are also getting married. Whatever the outcome of today&#8217;s elections, it appears that this couple—who we caught kissing outside of City Hall after tying the knot—will look back fondly on Nov. 8, 2022.</p>

Inside City Hall’s polling site, voters were “hyper-focused on filling out their ballots,” said Standard photographer Ben Fanjoy. This election’s ballot is five pages long.

<p>Inside City Hall’s polling site, voters were “hyper-focused on filling out their ballots,” said Standard photographer Ben Fanjoy. This election’s ballot is five pages long.</p>

&#8220;The voter information pamphlet that we&#8217;ve produced, it&#8217;s rather large: It&#8217;s over 250 pages, which is one of the biggest [&#8230;] we&#8217;ve had for a pamphlet in the city&#8217;s history,&#8221; John Arntz, the San Francisco Director of Elections, told ABC7 in a&nbsp;<a href="https://abc7news.com/2022-midterm-election-san-francisco-early-voting-center-open/12315511/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">recent interview</a>.

<p>"The voter information pamphlet that we've produced, it's rather large: It's over 250 pages, which is one of the biggest [...] we've had for a pamphlet in the city's history," John Arntz, the San Francisco Director of Elections, told ABC7 in a&nbsp;<a href="https://abc7news.com/2022-midterm-election-san-francisco-early-voting-center-open/12315511/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">recent interview</a>.</p>

<p>&#8220;The voter information pamphlet that we&#8217;ve produced, it&#8217;s rather large: It&#8217;s over 250 pages, which is one of the biggest [&#8230;] we&#8217;ve had for a pamphlet in the city&#8217;s history,&#8221; John Arntz, the San Francisco Director of Elections, told ABC7 in a&nbsp;<a href="https://abc7news.com/2022-midterm-election-san-francisco-early-voting-center-open/12315511/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">recent interview</a>.</p>

Fanjoy counted approximately 50 polling stations, of which at least half were in-use. Some voters said they were dropping by during their lunch breaks. Others, adorned in billowing ponchos, had made their ways to the central polling place through the rain.

<p>Fanjoy counted approximately 50 polling stations, of which at least half were in-use. Some voters said they were dropping by during their lunch breaks. Others, adorned in billowing ponchos, had made their ways to the central polling place through the rain.</p>

Voters complete their election ballots at San Francisco City Hall on Nov. 8, 2022. | Ben Fanjoy/The Standard


<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img src="https://content.sfstandard.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/ElectionBlog-CityHall3-2500x1667.jpg" alt="" class="wp-image-90792"/><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Voters complete their election ballots at San Francisco City Hall on Tuesday Nov. 8, 2022. | Ben Fanjoy/The Standard</figcaption></figure>


City Hall’s polling center is meant to serve as a universal, central location to “drop off mail-in ballots, vote in-person, get a replacement ballot, get language assistance and even still register to vote through Election Day,” according to ABC7.

<p>City Hall’s polling center is meant to serve as a universal, central location to “drop off mail-in ballots, vote in-person, get a replacement ballot, get language assistance and even still register to vote through Election Day,” according to ABC7.</p>

<strong>11:40 a.m. | All Hands on Deck at Honey Mahogany HQ</strong>


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Nate Allbee, the strategist for the Honey Mahogany District 6 campaign, at campaign headquarters on Nov. 8, 2022. | Kevin Truong/The Standard


<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img src="https://content.sfstandard.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/ElectionBlog-Honey1.jpg" alt="" class="wp-image-90770"/><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Nate Allbee, the strategist for the Honey Mahogany District 6 campaign, at campaign headquarters on Nov. 8, 2022. | Kevin Truong/The Standard</figcaption></figure>


Nate Allbee, the strategist for the Honey Mahogany District 6 campaign, said his team has worked hard at laying the groundwork for a successful Election Day push.

<p>Nate Allbee, the strategist for the Honey Mahogany District 6 campaign, said his team has worked hard at laying the groundwork for a successful Election Day push.</p>

The campaign has created a database of addresses with likely Mahogany voters and has mobilized a wide-scale effort. The campaign’s&nbsp;Election Day get-out-the-vote strategy included a pre-dawn drop of campaign materials in key buildings and areas followed up by an in-person door-knocking campaign.

<p>The campaign has created a database of addresses with likely Mahogany voters and has mobilized a wide-scale effort. The campaign’s&nbsp;Election Day get-out-the-vote strategy included a pre-dawn drop of campaign materials in key buildings and areas followed up by an in-person door-knocking campaign.</p>

“It’s been a busy day,” Allbee said between hurried bites of a makeshift lunch. “Basically everyone that comes in we’re directly sending out to make sure we get out our voters.”

<p>“It’s been a busy day,” Allbee said between hurried bites of a makeshift lunch. “Basically everyone that comes in we’re directly sending out to make sure we get out our voters.”</p>

<strong>11:35 a.m. | The Mar Brothers Campaign in the Rain</strong>


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District 4 Supervisor Gordon Mar campaigns in the Sunset District on Election Day on Nov. 8, 2022. | Courtesy Gordon Mar Office


<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img src="https://content.sfstandard.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/ElectionBlog-Mar1.jpg" alt="" class="wp-image-90720"/><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">District 4 Supervisor Gordon Mar campaigns in the Sunset on Election Day on Nov. 8, 2022. | Courtesy Gordon Mar Office</figcaption></figure>


Incumbent Supervisor Gordon Mar, who’s running for reelection in District 4, started his day early to campaign in the Sunset District—in the pouring rain.

<p>Incumbent Supervisor Gordon Mar, who’s running for reelection in District 4, started his day early to campaign in the Sunset District—in the pouring rain.</p>

He and his supporters, including his twin brother, former Supervisor Eric Mar, juggled signs and umbrellas along a busy commercial corridor for visibility. Later in the morning Mar returned to his campaign headquarters on Noriega Street for a phone-banking session.

<p>He and his supporters, including his twin brother, former Supervisor Eric Mar, juggled signs and umbrellas along a busy commercial corridor for visibility. Later in the morning Mar returned to his campaign headquarters on Noriega Street for a phone-banking session.</p>

Mar is expected to attend Tuesday’s Board of Supervisors meeting, as usual. That starts at 2 p.m. this afternoon.

<p>Mar is expected to attend Tuesday’s Board of Supervisors meeting, as usual. That starts at 2 p.m. this afternoon.</p>

<strong>11:15 a.m. | What Do Poll Workers Do, Anyway?</strong>


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(Right) Tom Japhet shows a map of precinct 7611 at St. Michael’s Ukrainian Orthodox Church, a polling site, on Nov. 8, 2022. (Left) One of the polling machines. | Matthew Kupfer/The Standard


<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img src="https://content.sfstandard.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/ElectionBlog-PollingMapandMachine.jpg" alt="" class="wp-image-90757"/><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">(Right) Tom Japhet shows a map of precinct 7611 at St. Michael’s Ukrainian Orthodox Church, a polling site, on Nov. 8, 2022. (Left) One of the polling machines. | Matthew Kupfer/The Standard</figcaption></figure>


When a voter comes in, poll workers check the roster to determine whether they are registered in the precinct. If so, they receive a ballot, fill it out and then feed it into a voting machine, according to Tom Japhet, a poll worker at St. Michael’s Ukrainian Orthodox Church in precinct 7611. “We don’t handle the ballot,&#8221; he said of ballots cast by voters registered in the precinct. &#8220;It goes into the machine.&#8221;

<p>When a voter comes in, poll workers check the roster to determine whether they are registered in the precinct. If so, they receive a ballot, fill it out and then feed it into a voting machine, according to Tom Japhet, a poll worker at St. Michael’s Ukrainian Orthodox Church in precinct 7611. “We don’t handle the ballot," he said of ballots cast by voters registered in the precinct. "It goes into the machine."</p>

<p>When a voter comes in, poll workers check the roster to determine whether they are registered in the precinct. If so, they receive a ballot, fill it out and then feed it into a voting machine, according to Tom Japhet, a poll worker at St. Michael’s Ukrainian Orthodox Church in precinct 7611. “We don’t handle the ballot,&#8221; he said of ballots cast by voters registered in the precinct. &#8220;It goes into the machine.&#8221;</p>

If the voter isn’t registered in the precinct, they can fill out a provisional ballot and then place it in a red ballot box.

<p>If the voter isn’t registered in the precinct, they can fill out a provisional ballot and then place it in a red ballot box.</p>

Additionally, voters with mail-in ballots can come in and drop their completed ballots in the box.

<p>Additionally, voters with mail-in ballots can come in and drop their completed ballots in the box.</p>

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<em>Back in June, The Standard watched how ballots are processed with the help of a number of nifty machines. See the TikTok below for more on that.</em>

<p><em>Back in June, The Standard watched how ballots are processed with the help of a number of nifty machines. See the TikTok below for more on that.</em></p>

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<blockquote class="tiktok-embed" cite="https://www.tiktok.com/@sfstandard/video/7106559563524017451" data-video-id="7106559563524017451" style="max-width: 605px;min-width: 325px;"> <section> <a target="_blank" title="@sfstandard" href="https://www.tiktok.com/@sfstandard?refer=embed" rel="noopener">@sfstandard</a> Did you vote by mail in San Francisco? Ever wonder how your ballot actually gets counted? It involved a lot of machinery, including a high-speed scanner. Check it out. 📨 <a title="sanfrancisco" target="_blank" href="https://www.tiktok.com/tag/sanfrancisco?refer=embed" rel="noopener">#sanfrancisco</a> <a title="electionday" target="_blank" href="https://www.tiktok.com/tag/electionday?refer=embed" rel="noopener">#electionday</a> <a title="election" target="_blank" href="https://www.tiktok.com/tag/election?refer=embed" rel="noopener">#election</a> <a title="voting" target="_blank" href="https://www.tiktok.com/tag/voting?refer=embed" rel="noopener">#voting</a> <a title="ivoted" target="_blank" href="https://www.tiktok.com/tag/ivoted?refer=embed" rel="noopener">#ivoted</a> <a title="civicparticipation" target="_blank" href="https://www.tiktok.com/tag/civicparticipation?refer=embed" rel="noopener">#civicparticipation</a> <a title="cityhall" target="_blank" href="https://www.tiktok.com/tag/cityhall?refer=embed" rel="noopener">#cityhall</a> <a title="sfstandard" target="_blank" href="https://www.tiktok.com/tag/sfstandard?refer=embed" rel="noopener">#sfstandard</a> <a title="political" target="_blank" href="https://www.tiktok.com/tag/political?refer=embed" rel="noopener">#political</a> <a title="politics" target="_blank" href="https://www.tiktok.com/tag/politics?refer=embed" rel="noopener">#politics</a> <a title="news" target="_blank" href="https://www.tiktok.com/tag/news?refer=embed" rel="noopener">#news</a> <a title="vote" target="_blank" href="https://www.tiktok.com/tag/vote?refer=embed" rel="noopener">#vote</a> <a title="recall" target="_blank" href="https://www.tiktok.com/tag/recall?refer=embed" rel="noopener">#recall</a> <a title="sf" target="_blank" href="https://www.tiktok.com/tag/sf?refer=embed" rel="noopener">#sf</a> <a title="sfnews" target="_blank" href="https://www.tiktok.com/tag/sfnews?refer=embed" rel="noopener">#sfnews</a> <a title="bayarea" target="_blank" href="https://www.tiktok.com/tag/bayarea?refer=embed" rel="noopener">#bayarea</a> <a title="tiktok" target="_blank" href="https://www.tiktok.com/tag/tiktok?refer=embed" rel="noopener">#tiktok</a> <a title="fyp" target="_blank" href="https://www.tiktok.com/tag/fyp?refer=embed" rel="noopener">#fyp</a> <a title="foryou" target="_blank" href="https://www.tiktok.com/tag/foryou?refer=embed" rel="noopener">#foryou</a> <a title="foryoupage" target="_blank" href="https://www.tiktok.com/tag/foryoupage?refer=embed" rel="noopener">#foryoupage</a> <a title="thisisforyou" target="_blank" href="https://www.tiktok.com/tag/thisisforyou?refer=embed" rel="noopener">#thisisforyou</a> <a target="_blank" title="♬ The Final Countdown (Originally Performed by Europe) [Instrumental Version] - Hit The Button Karaoke" href="https://www.tiktok.com/music/The-Final-Countdown-Originally-Performed-by-Europe-6731972599334569985?refer=embed" rel="noopener">♬ The Final Countdown (Originally Performed by Europe) [Instrumental Version] - Hit The Button Karaoke</a> </section> </blockquote> <script async="" src="https://www.tiktok.com/embed.js"></script>

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Finally, noncitizens can receive an educational ballot to vote for the school board. If they’re registered in the precinct, they feed the ballot into the machine. If not, it’s a provisional ballot.

<p>Finally, noncitizens can receive an educational ballot to vote for the school board. If they’re registered in the precinct, they feed the ballot into the machine. If not, it’s a provisional ballot.</p>

This is Japhet’s second time working an election. For years, he voted and saw poll workers doing the important work of democratic elections.

<p>This is Japhet’s second time working an election. For years, he voted and saw poll workers doing the important work of democratic elections.</p>

“I’m now retired, so I have time,” he said, standing in front of a flag of Ukraine in the church’s auditorium. “It’s a chance for me to give back to the community.”

<p>“I’m now retired, so I have time,” he said, standing in front of a flag of Ukraine in the church’s auditorium. “It’s a chance for me to give back to the community.”</p>

<strong>11:05 a.m. | Unregistered to Vote? No Biggie, Newsom Reminds Voters</strong>


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Gov. Gavin Newsom took to Twitter this morning to implore voters to &#8220;Vote vote vote vote vote vote vote&#8221;—that&#8217;s seven &#8220;votes&#8221; for those keeping a tally.

<p>Gov. Gavin Newsom took to Twitter this morning to implore voters to "Vote vote vote vote vote vote vote"—that's seven "votes" for those keeping a tally.</p>

<p>Gov. Gavin Newsom took to Twitter this morning to implore voters to &#8220;Vote vote vote vote vote vote vote&#8221;—that&#8217;s seven &#8220;votes&#8221; for those keeping a tally.</p>

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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-width="500" data-dnt="true"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">It’s not too late. California allows same-day voter registration. VOTE! <a href="https://t.co/zUNvocKKqO">https://t.co/zUNvocKKqO</a></p>&mdash; Gavin Newsom (@GavinNewsom) <a href="https://twitter.com/GavinNewsom/status/1590053283057762304?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">November 8, 2022</a></blockquote><script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

The former mayor of San Francisco also used his Twitter account to remind unregistered citizens of the Golden State that they can still cast a ballot today, as California is <a href="https://www.nytimes.com/2022/11/08/us/politics/voter-registration-today-states.html?smtyp=cur&amp;smid=tw-nytimes" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">one of 22 states</a> that allows same-day voter registration.

<p>The former mayor of San Francisco also used his Twitter account to remind unregistered citizens of the Golden State that they can still cast a ballot today, as California is <a href="https://www.nytimes.com/2022/11/08/us/politics/voter-registration-today-states.html?smtyp=cur&amp;smid=tw-nytimes" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">one of 22 states</a> that allows same-day voter registration.</p>

<strong>10:30 a.m. | Filling Out November&#8217;s Big Ballot Takes Time</strong>


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<h3 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>10:30 a.m. | Filling Out November's Big Ballot Takes Time</strong></h3>

<h3 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>10:30 a.m. | Filling Out November&#8217;s Big Ballot Takes Time</strong></h3>

Poll workers pose for a photograph at the San Francisco Fire Department HQ on Nob. 8, 2022. They said they’ve seen an uptick of in person voters when compared to some of the previous elections this year. | Kevin Truong/The Standard


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Poll workers at the San Francisco Fire Department HQ say they’ve seen an uptick of in-person voters when compared to some of the previous elections this year (today&#8217;s casting of ballots is the fourth of 2022).

<p>Poll workers at the San Francisco Fire Department HQ say they’ve seen an uptick of in-person voters when compared to some of the previous elections this year (today's casting of ballots is the fourth of 2022).</p>

<p>Poll workers at the San Francisco Fire Department HQ say they’ve seen an uptick of in-person voters when compared to some of the previous elections this year (today&#8217;s casting of ballots is the fourth of 2022).</p>

One common reaction from voters has been surprise at the sheer size of the ballot.

<p>One common reaction from voters has been surprise at the sheer size of the ballot.</p>

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