Tag: San Francisco

San Francisco School Board President Blames ‘White Supremacists’ for Successful Recall

Following an overwhelming defeat in this week’s recall battle, the president of San Francisco Board of Education claimed that her ouster was the consequence of “fighting for racial justice,” and that those who voted “yes” are aligned with “white supremacists.” None of the three board members challenged in the recall won support to continue in…


San Francisco Voters Oust Three School Board Members Over Strict Pandemic Rules

San Francisco voters on Feb. 15 overwhelmingly voted to recall three school board members, expressing their frustration with the board’s strict rules during the COVID-19 pandemic. Alison Collins, Gabriela Lopez, and Faauuga Moliga were all recalled, with preliminary results showing at least 72 percent of voters opted to oust each one. Lopez, the board’s president, Moliga, the…


Mothers Oppose Alleged Open Drug Use in San Francisco’s New Linkage Center

SAN FRANCISCO—A small group of women stood together in front of San Francisco’s Tenderloin Linkage Center near the United Nations Plaza at Civic Center on Feb. 5 to express their opposition to the alleged open-air drug use taking place at the center. Holding a chain and posters with photos of young adults, the group, Mothers…


How San Francisco Creates More Homeless While Championing Equality | Michael Shellenberger

The city of San Francisco has over 8,000 homeless people with more than half of them living on the streets. Despite many previous attempts to contain this issue, the numbers continue to climb. My guest is Michael Shellenberger, author of the book “San Fransicko.” He discusses why he believes poor money management and public policies…


Why I Support the San Francisco School Board Recall

Commentary I support the recall of three members of the Board of Education in San Francisco in an election that is taking place on February 15, 2022. Because some liberal Democrats have attempted to criticize anyone taking this position, specifically by alleging that it’s a Republican-led effort and part of a movement by conservatives to attack…


Why Bay Area Rapid Transit (BART) Has Declined | Lawrence McQuillan

The Bay Area Rapid Transit (BART) was once the pride of San Francisco. But according to recent reports on reliability, customer satisfaction, and safety, BART has been falling behind other metropolitan systems. My guest is Lawrence McQuillan, senior fellow at the Independent Institute. He explains why BART has fallen behind and how it can improve…


Only in San Francisco: A Unique School Board Recall

Commentary The recall of San Francisco school board commissioners Collins, Lopez, and Moliga crosses the finish line on February 15th with, we predict, an important and decisive victory. Average voters—Democrats, Republicans, Independents, and especially parents—are waking up and becoming motivated by the fact that they really do have the power to determine and influence who…


San Francisco School Board Recall Explained | Siva Raj

There’s a campaign in San Francisco to recall three school board members. A number of parents are frustrated with the board not prioritizing the reopening of the schools. My guest is Siva Raj, co-lead for this recall campaign. He explains why this recall has gained so much momentum and how it will impact the city….


San Francisco’s Downfall Explained | Tony Hall

San Francisco is a beautiful city but has recently been facing a steady increase in crime and homelessness, which has many people wondering what’s causing this downfall. My guest is Tony Hall, former member of the San Francisco Board of Supervisors. He discusses how the crime and homelessness problems can be traced back to policymaking…


Chaos in San Francisco Is Catalyst for New Business Helping Residents to Leave

When Tony Bennett first crooned “I Left My Heart in San Francisco” back in 1962, no one had any idea that the popular “City by the Bay” would one day become an urban center so wrought with skyrocketing home prices, crime, and homelessness that even long-time residents are now joining an ever-growing exodus. After living…