The article discusses the skepticism surrounding promises made by San Francisco officials, particularly regarding leadership positions in the police department. Mayor Lurie and interim Chief Paul Yep have stated Yep is not a candidate for the permanent chief role. However, historical context shows such promises can be questionable, as exemplified by former Mayor Ed Lee's unexpected candidacy after pledging not to run. This pattern of mistrust suggests a deeper issue in the city's political communication, whereby explicit commitments require additional scrutiny.
I believe Ed Lee believed he was not gonna run. But I knew he was gonna run because I know how shit works.
It's unfortunate, but getting answers to questions like these in San Francisco is a bit like killing a vampire: You need to make sure you finish the job.
Mayor Lurie is a decent and honest man. It's easy to see why he and his staff might be confused as to why their seemingly unambiguous, explicit statements are being parsed to the nth degree.
The mayor's office reaffirmed that Yep would not be the permanent police chief.
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