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politics1 year ago

Daniel Lurie Wins SF Mayoral Race, Vows Fentanyl Emergency Action

San Francisco Mayor London Breed conceded defeat to challenger Daniel Lurie, marking another instance of a Democratic mayor ousted due to voter dissatisfaction with urban issues like crime and homelessness. Lurie, a Levi's heir and nonprofit founder, won by over 12 points, capitalizing on residents' frustrations and positioning himself as a change agent. Despite improvements in crime and overdose statistics, Breed's leadership during the pandemic and subsequent urban challenges were not enough to secure her reelection. This trend mirrors similar political shifts in other major cities like Chicago and Oakland.

via POLITICO|
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politics1 year ago

Daniel Lurie Elected SF Mayor, Vows Immediate Action on Fentanyl Crisis

San Francisco has elected Daniel Lurie as its new mayor, replacing incumbent London Breed, amid growing concerns over crime, homelessness, and drug issues in the city. Lurie, a Democrat and first-time candidate, campaigned on a platform of tough-on-crime policies and promises to clean up the city, which has been plagued by open-air drug markets and homeless encampments. His victory is seen as a call for change from residents frustrated with the city's current state and a push for more moderate Democratic policies.

via Fox News|
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politics1 year ago

Daniel Lurie Wins San Francisco Mayoral Race in Major Upset

San Francisco's incumbent mayor, London Breed, conceded defeat in her bid for a second term to Daniel Lurie, a nonprofit founder and Levi Strauss heir. Lurie, who positioned himself as an outsider in the costly and contentious race, maintained a lead through 14 rounds of ranked-choice voting, capitalizing on his lack of political experience during a turbulent period for the city.

via The Washington Post|
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politics1 year ago

Levi Strauss Heir Daniel Lurie Wins San Francisco Mayoral Race

San Francisco Mayor London Breed lost her reelection bid to Levi Strauss heir Daniel Lurie, who secured 56% of the vote in a rank-choice election. Breed, who served since 2017, conceded after a campaign marked by the city's struggles with crime, homelessness, and a drug crisis. Lurie, a venture capitalist, acknowledged the challenges ahead, emphasizing that improvements will take time.

via New York Post |
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politics1 year ago

Daniel Lurie Elected San Francisco Mayor, Ushering Political Change

San Francisco Mayor London Breed conceded the mayoral race to Daniel Lurie, congratulating him on his victory and pledging a smooth transition. Breed, who became the city's first Black female mayor in 2018, faced challenges such as the COVID-19 pandemic, homelessness, and rising crime during her tenure. Despite progress in some areas, Breed was unable to secure re-election, with 11 candidates challenging her. Lurie is set to address the media about his win.

via CBS News|
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politics1 year ago

Levi's Heir Daniel Lurie Elected San Francisco Mayor

Daniel Lurie, a philanthropist and Levi's heir, has won the San Francisco mayoral race, defeating incumbent London Breed and other candidates in a ranked-choice voting system. Lurie, a centrist Democrat and political outsider, campaigned on addressing issues like retail theft and homelessness, promising a safer and more affordable city. His victory marks a shift in San Francisco's political landscape, influenced by significant contributions from the city's tech sector. Breed, who made history as the city's first Black female mayor, congratulated Lurie and reflected on her tenure.

via Los Angeles Times|
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politics1 year ago

Daniel Lurie Wins San Francisco Mayoral Race, Defeating London Breed

San Francisco Mayor London Breed conceded the mayoral race to Daniel Lurie, a Levi Strauss heir and nonprofit founder, who outspent her significantly and criticized her handling of the city's homelessness and drug issues. Lurie, a moderate Democrat and first-time candidate, led in the ranked-choice election, surpassing Breed and other rivals. Despite 143,000 votes still uncounted, Breed acknowledged Lurie's victory, while another candidate, Aaron Peskin, has not yet conceded. Lurie emphasized the need for change and accountability in his campaign.

via POLITICO|
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politics1 year ago

San Francisco's Political Shift: Lurie Leads as Votes Still Counted

San Francisco Mayor London Breed is trailing challenger Daniel Lurie in the mayoral race, with Lurie leading 56% to Breed's 44% in early returns. Lurie, a Levi Strauss heir, has outspent Breed and criticized her handling of issues like homelessness and drug overdoses. Despite Breed's optimism, the significant vote gap and Lurie's strong performance, particularly among Asian-American voters, make her path to victory challenging. The city will release more results soon, but Lurie's lead suggests a potential shift in leadership for San Francisco.

via POLITICO|
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politics2 years ago

Levi Strauss Heir Daniel Lurie Takes on San Francisco Mayor London Breed

Levi Strauss heir Daniel Lurie, a prominent philanthropist, has announced his challenge against San Francisco Mayor London Breed in the upcoming mayoral election. Lurie, a Democrat, aims to bring new leadership to address issues such as homelessness and open-air drug dealing in the city. His campaign presents a significant challenge to Breed, who is seeking reelection in 2024.

via The Hill|
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politics2 years ago

Levi Strauss Heir Daniel Lurie Challenges San Francisco Mayor London Breed

Daniel Lurie, a nonprofit executive and heir to the Levi Strauss & Co. fortune, has announced his challenge to incumbent Mayor London Breed in the 2024 San Francisco mayoral race. Lurie aims to address the city's issues with homelessness, drug overdoses, and the downtown decline caused by the pandemic-induced tech exodus. He plans to increase police presence, create more shelter beds, and improve coordination between city departments. Lurie's campaign highlights his outsider status with insider connections and aims to offer a fresh face and accountability to the city government. While Breed's record is defended by her strategist, Lurie's team believes voters are motivated for change and a new direction for the city.

via POLITICO|
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politics2 years ago

Levi Strauss Heir and Philanthropist Daniel Lurie Vow to Unseat Mayor London Breed

Daniel Lurie, an heir to the Levi Strauss clothing fortune, has announced his candidacy for mayor of San Francisco, challenging incumbent Mayor London Breed. Lurie plans to focus on solving the city's quality-of-life problems, including homelessness, by adding more psychiatric beds, expanding the shelter system, and increasing police presence. He aims to compel severely mentally ill individuals into treatment, even if they refuse care. Lurie's entrance into the race suggests that Breed may be vulnerable in her bid for re-election, as the city grapples with various crises in its downtown core.

via The New York Times|
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