A 2020 New York Times article reveals why building affordable housing in San Francisco costs $750,000 per unit. Factors include high land prices, strict regulations, and labor expenses driving up costs.
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Political change is stirring in the San Francisco Bay Area, long a Democratic bastion. Shifts in voter attitudes and emerging candidates hint at a transforming political landscape, signaling potential challenges ahead for the party.
San Francisco’s transportation head faces a recall following public outcry over the Great Highway closure. Drivers blame the decision for increased congestion and loss of a vital coastal route. The city grapples with mounting frustration.
San Francisco adopts a tougher stance on homeless encampments, escalating cleanups and enforcement efforts. This shift challenges the city’s long-held reputation for progressive tolerance, sparking debate among residents and advocates.
San Francisco’s mayoral race emerges as a crucial test of the tech elite’s sway over local politics, with candidates navigating demands for innovation and social equity amid rising public scrutiny.
A major COVID-19 outbreak at a San Francisco homeless shelter highlights the critical risks faced by vulnerable populations, exposing gaps in public health protections amid the pandemic.
In San Francisco, a fierce debate unfolds among doctors over their ethical duty to “do no harm” amid rising tensions at war protests. Medical professionals clash on balancing care with activism. (NYT, 2024)
Tech billionaires are increasingly influencing San Francisco politics, funding candidates and initiatives to reshape the city’s future. Critics warn it risks becoming a “hostile takeover” by corporate interests.
Kamala Harris’ tenure as California’s attorney general and senator highlights her focus on justice reform and progressive policies, signaling a complex but ambitious path in national politics, Politico reports.
MAGA influencer Charlie Kirk and anti-trans activist Riley Gaines ignited controversy during their visit to San Francisco State University, sparking heated debates and division among students and faculty, ABC7 San Francisco reports.
“The Revolt Against Homelessness,” featured in The Atlantic, explores rising grassroots movements challenging systemic neglect. Activists demand urgent policy changes to address the growing crisis nationwide.
Anti-Harris political ads are flooding key swing states but remain largely absent in California, highlighting a strategic focus on battleground regions ahead of the upcoming election, CBS News reports.
San Francisco has become the largest U.S. city to officially back a ceasefire in Gaza, urging an end to violence and calling for humanitarian aid, marking a significant shift in local government response to the conflict.
A wealthy outsider unseated San Francisco’s incumbent mayor, raising questions about Boston’s political landscape. Could a similar disruption reshape local leadership in the Hub? The Boston Globe explores the possibilities.
The killing of Charlie Kirk has ignited fierce tensions, creating a powder keg in U.S. politics. As Republicans escalate rhetoric and actions, questions arise: why are they fueling a volatile situation?
Protesters at the APEC summit in San Francisco voiced a wide range of grievances, from labor rights to environmental concerns, reflecting diverse opposition to global economic policies, Reuters reports.
Under growing financial and political pressures, the LGBTQ+ community is reigniting activism within Pride celebrations. This return to protest highlights ongoing struggles for rights and visibility amid increasing challenges.
The New York Times article “Out of Office, but Not Out of Things to Say” (2012) explores how professionals maintain communication and voice even when away from work, revealing new dynamics in workplace connectivity.
A judge has blocked the Department of Homeland Security from ending temporary protected status for 1.1 million Venezuelan and Haitian immigrants, ensuring they can remain legally in the U.S. while their status is reviewed.
San Francisco voters gathered to hear Beto O’Rourke’s 2020 campaign pitch, emphasizing his “top 3 changes every day.” The event highlighted local engagement as O’Rourke sought support in a key early primary state.