Politics

Will Daniel Lurie Bring a New Tech Boom to San Francisco?
Daniel Lurie, San Francisco’s newly elected mayor, has expressed his commitment to making the city a hub for AI innovation, while also addressing issues such as public safety, housing, and corporate partnerships.

What Does Sheng Thao’s Indictment Mean For The Future Of Oakland?
I have a soft spot in my heart for Oakland. It was the first city I can remember living in from childhood, and all the things I was exposed to back then, for better or worse, shaped me into the person I am today. Despite the sardonic shit that I

Elon Musk Does Nazi Salute At Trump’s Inauguration On MLK Day
Elon Musk, already one of the world’s most unlikeable figures, appears determined to continue down a path of cringe in new and exciting ways. Everyone knows Elon is an oligarch who has been tasked with overseeing the incoming Trump administration’s plutocrat friendly Department of Government Efficiency also known as DOGE;

Charges Against Golden Gate Protesters Largely Dismissed
26 protesters drew international attention to their cause when they halted traffic on the Golden Gate Bridge last April. People lobbied praise and contempt for their highly visible stand against the Israeli invasion of Palestine. Contentious District Attorney Brooke Jenkins pursued extreme charges against many demonstrators, including felonies for conspiracy

I Didn’t Cry in the Bar When Trump Won This Time
Despite the disappointment of Trump’s victory, the we must continue to fight for the rights of working class people and push back against their exploitation by corporations and billionaires, as the GOP has already taken the White House and the Senate and is planning to take the House of Representatives.

Why California’s Election Results May Take Weeks to Finalize
California’s statewide elections often take several weeks to be finalized, with the 2024 primary results not being called until two weeks after the election, and the 2022 general election not being called until December 2.

London Breed Might Be Cooked As Lurie Surges
San Francisco Mayor London Breed is facing a tough reelection campaign as her approval ratings have dropped and her opponents, including Daniel Lurie, position themselves as the strongest alternatives.

What It’s Like Canvasing for Kamala in Nevada
Steven T. Jones and his wife Lisa volunteered for the Kamala Harris campaign in Nevada, canvassing door-to-door and attending a vice presidential debate watch party, where they encountered a mix of supporters and opponents of the candidate.