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#district-11

District 11 Still Too Close To Call, Chen Leads by 90 Votes

Chyanne Chen has a narrow lead in the District 11 supervisor race, with only 90 votes separating her from Michael Lai.

Meet the District 11 candidates: What are the top issues in the Excelsior?

Public dumping is a significant issue in the Excelsior, necessitating comprehensive cleanup efforts and community engagement.

District 11 Still Too Close To Call, Chen Leads by 90 Votes

Chyanne Chen has a narrow lead in the District 11 supervisor race, with only 90 votes separating her from Michael Lai.

Meet the District 11 candidates: What are the top issues in the Excelsior?

Public dumping is a significant issue in the Excelsior, necessitating comprehensive cleanup efforts and community engagement.
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#provisional-ballots

S.F. election update: Chyanne Chen's slim lead grows - barely

San Francisco's election turnout is lower than in 2020, currently tracking around 77.8%.

S.F. election update: Only 3,300 ballots left to be counted citywide

Most ballots have been counted in San Francisco elections; only a few remain, affecting the contested races' outcomes.
Chyanne Chen leads Michael Lai in District 11 by a narrow margin with high likelihood of clinching the position.
Incumbent Matt Alexander maintains a slim lead in the Board of Education race, but the competition remains close.

S.F. election update: Chyanne Chen's slim lead grows - barely

San Francisco's election turnout is lower than in 2020, currently tracking around 77.8%.

S.F. election update: Only 3,300 ballots left to be counted citywide

Most ballots have been counted in San Francisco elections; only a few remain, affecting the contested races' outcomes.
Chyanne Chen leads Michael Lai in District 11 by a narrow margin with high likelihood of clinching the position.
Incumbent Matt Alexander maintains a slim lead in the Board of Education race, but the competition remains close.
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#voter-turnout

Election update: Races tighten in District 11, Board of Education

San Francisco elections are nearing conclusion with 403,466 ballots counted, showcasing tight races particularly in District 11 and Board of Education.

Breed-Backed SF Ballot Measures on Cops, Drug Screening Appear to be Cruising to Big Wins

Voters support Breed's measures on police powers and drug screening for welfare recipients.
Outcome of the affordable housing bond Prop A in SF remains uncertain due to the close margin needed for it to pass.

Election update: Races tighten in District 11, Board of Education

San Francisco elections are nearing conclusion with 403,466 ballots counted, showcasing tight races particularly in District 11 and Board of Education.

Breed-Backed SF Ballot Measures on Cops, Drug Screening Appear to be Cruising to Big Wins

Voters support Breed's measures on police powers and drug screening for welfare recipients.
Outcome of the affordable housing bond Prop A in SF remains uncertain due to the close margin needed for it to pass.
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Day Around the Bay: Oakland Murder Suspect Tracked Down In Philadelphia

Chayanne Chen leads the District 11 supervisorial race by 200 votes with 19,500 ballots remaining.
SFPD's new campaign aims to discourage sex work by shaming clients.
The death of Theodore Olson marks the loss of a significant figure in conservative legal circles.
Zendesk's relocation indicates a shift in the tech industry's physical presence in San Francisco.
#connie-chan

Election update: Chan, Melgar bound for victory. District 11 too close to call.

Connie Chan's unexpected lead in the District 1 Supervisor race reflects strategic campaigning and shifting political tides in San Francisco.

Chan pulls ahead and D11 race gets closer in latest election results - 48 hills

Connie Chan's recent lead suggests she may successfully counter billionaire-backed opponents in the latest elections.

Election update: Chan, Melgar bound for victory. District 11 too close to call.

Connie Chan's unexpected lead in the District 1 Supervisor race reflects strategic campaigning and shifting political tides in San Francisco.

Chan pulls ahead and D11 race gets closer in latest election results - 48 hills

Connie Chan's recent lead suggests she may successfully counter billionaire-backed opponents in the latest elections.
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Sunday Links: Prop K Passes, Despite Opposition of Sunset Residents

Prop K passed with 54% support but faced 70% opposition from local voters in the Sunset District.
The Diocese of Oakland's proposed trust fund for abuse claims is criticized for underestimating assets.
#michael-moritz

Leaked Document Reveals the Secrets of Billionaire-Funded TogetherSF, of That's Fentalife' Fame

TogetherSF is heavily funded by billionaire Michael Moritz, shaping local political dynamics in San Francisco.

Tuesday's Election Did Not Produce Big Wins For TogetherSF, Despite Spending a Lot of Michael Moritz's Money

TogetherSF Action's election performance was disappointing despite spending millions in support of Proposition D and mayoral candidate Mark Farrell.

Leaked Document Reveals the Secrets of Billionaire-Funded TogetherSF, of That's Fentalife' Fame

TogetherSF is heavily funded by billionaire Michael Moritz, shaping local political dynamics in San Francisco.

Tuesday's Election Did Not Produce Big Wins For TogetherSF, Despite Spending a Lot of Michael Moritz's Money

TogetherSF Action's election performance was disappointing despite spending millions in support of Proposition D and mayoral candidate Mark Farrell.
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#ranked-choice-voting

How are the 34 S.F. supervisor candidates voting in this election?

Peskin leads the mayoral race with significant endorsements, while Lurie garners second-choice support among candidates.
Strategic alliances form among candidates in contested districts for competitive advantage.

Election 2024: See results across San Francisco

The San Francisco mayoral race employs ranked-choice voting, allowing candidate elimination and vote redistribution until a majority is reached.

What to look for on Election Night - 48 hills

San Francisco election results may initially reflect conservative leanings due to earlier voting patterns.
Early results could favor certain candidates but may not represent final outcomes accurately.

How are the 34 S.F. supervisor candidates voting in this election?

Peskin leads the mayoral race with significant endorsements, while Lurie garners second-choice support among candidates.
Strategic alliances form among candidates in contested districts for competitive advantage.

Election 2024: See results across San Francisco

The San Francisco mayoral race employs ranked-choice voting, allowing candidate elimination and vote redistribution until a majority is reached.

What to look for on Election Night - 48 hills

San Francisco election results may initially reflect conservative leanings due to earlier voting patterns.
Early results could favor certain candidates but may not represent final outcomes accurately.
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Campaigns pour almost $1M into Chinese-language media ads

Political campaigns in San Francisco are investing heavily in Chinese media to capture the crucial Chinese voter demographic.
Campaign ads are overwhelming Chinese-language media audiences, reflecting intense competition for votes.

Sunday Links: Election Day Draws Near

San Francisco's election details are summarized by Mission Local's new voting dashboard.
Wealthy donors are heavily influencing East Bay elections this cycle.
Kamala Harris made a surprise SNL appearance alongside Maya Rudolph.
Mai Vue, an 18-year-old, is missing and police are seeking public assistance.
#housing-policy

District 9 forum: Trevor Chandler splits from rivals on Gaza ceasefire, rent control

Support for Proposition 33 is widespread among District 9 candidates, signaling strong public interest in expanding rent control in San Francisco.

District 3 analysis: How do the candidates differ?

Candidates differ on housing strategies, with varying levels of support for affordable housing and community preservation.

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Candidates Matt Boschetto and Stephen Martin-Pinto disagree with Melgar on policies such as housing and vehicle access, yet unite against her as the incumbent.

District 9 forum: Trevor Chandler splits from rivals on Gaza ceasefire, rent control

Support for Proposition 33 is widespread among District 9 candidates, signaling strong public interest in expanding rent control in San Francisco.

District 3 analysis: How do the candidates differ?

Candidates differ on housing strategies, with varying levels of support for affordable housing and community preservation.

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Candidates Matt Boschetto and Stephen Martin-Pinto disagree with Melgar on policies such as housing and vehicle access, yet unite against her as the incumbent.
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#political-campaigns

Dan's dollars: Lurie drops $1.3M more into his own mayoral campaign

Daniel Lurie is significantly leading the fundraising race for San Francisco mayor with over $4.3 million, mainly funded by himself.

As big-money ads drop, progressives work on GOTV efforts ... - 48 hills

The intensity of political campaigns is reflected in the push for mail-in voting and direct mail campaigns, which are heavily used during this time.

Dan's dollars: Lurie drops $1.3M more into his own mayoral campaign

Daniel Lurie is significantly leading the fundraising race for San Francisco mayor with over $4.3 million, mainly funded by himself.

As big-money ads drop, progressives work on GOTV efforts ... - 48 hills

The intensity of political campaigns is reflected in the push for mail-in voting and direct mail campaigns, which are heavily used during this time.
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Preston, Mahmood joust over police funding, housing in contentious debate

Debate highlights tensions on police funding and oversight between candidates Bilal Mahmood and Dean Preston.

Dolores Huerta

Dolores Huerta supports London Breed's re-election, praising her leadership during the pandemic, especially in aiding the vulnerable Latinx community.
#campaign-finance

See how they run: Mark Farrell, PACs, and a closer look at his financing

Mark Farrell has raised over $1.8 million for his mayoral campaign, primarily through large donations and a PAC supporting city reforms.

Follow the money: $22M raised for San Francisco election, majority in big gifts

Large donations dominate San Francisco's election funding, with 69% from a small group, while public financing boosts lower donations significantly.

S.F. ethics complaint targets Govern for California, group that bundles political donations

Govern for California is accused of circumventing contribution limits by using multiple chapters to contribute to various candidates in San Francisco.

Govern for California, group under investigation by state, bundling donations to SF supervisor candidates

Candidates in San Francisco are benefitting from multiple $500 donations from different branches of a group, potentially violating city donation limits.

District 7 contender Matt Boschetto's family gives $65K against Great Highway measure

Matt Boschetto's ballot measure committee enables significant fundraising beyond typical campaign contribution limits due to family donations.

See how they run: Mark Farrell, PACs, and a closer look at his financing

Mark Farrell has raised over $1.8 million for his mayoral campaign, primarily through large donations and a PAC supporting city reforms.

Follow the money: $22M raised for San Francisco election, majority in big gifts

Large donations dominate San Francisco's election funding, with 69% from a small group, while public financing boosts lower donations significantly.

S.F. ethics complaint targets Govern for California, group that bundles political donations

Govern for California is accused of circumventing contribution limits by using multiple chapters to contribute to various candidates in San Francisco.

Govern for California, group under investigation by state, bundling donations to SF supervisor candidates

Candidates in San Francisco are benefitting from multiple $500 donations from different branches of a group, potentially violating city donation limits.

District 7 contender Matt Boschetto's family gives $65K against Great Highway measure

Matt Boschetto's ballot measure committee enables significant fundraising beyond typical campaign contribution limits due to family donations.
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Meet the District 9 candidates: Who do you support for D9 BART board?

Political endorsements significantly influence candidate support in the District 9 supervisorial race, emphasizing routes of trust and community accountability.
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