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Teaming Up and Cheap Airfare

by Justin Jones

Supervisor hopefuls Sandy Fewer, Hillary Ronen, and Kimberly Alvarenga are teaming up to present a unified platform as we head into the stretch. Loretta Sanchez may have found a silv... more

Supervisor hopefuls Sandy Fewer, Hillary Ronen, and Kimberly Alvarenga are teaming up to present a unified platform as we head into the stretch. Loretta Sanchez may have found a silver lining. Endorsements in the Berkeley City Council race are rolling in, and for a mere $3 you might be able to take a flight with Cheeto Boy - Donald Trump. more

SF supervisor candidates team up even before getting elected

Chronicle (09/26/2016)

SF supe candidate Fewer sought donations from subordinates

Chronicle (09/24/2016)

Clinton camp wants debate moderator to call out Trump on lies

Chronicle (09/24/2016)

Amid scrutiny, California to track all police use of force

Chronicle (09/23/2016)

Factional Battles

by Justin Jones

Joe Eskenazi dives into the particulars of the fight for control of City Hall.

Joe Eskenazi dives into the particulars of the fight for control of City Hall. more

The Gangs of City Hall

San Francisco Magazine (09/26/2016)

Peskin runs low-key race against Donnelly for 4 more years

Chronicle (09/26/2016)

City officials seek cure for health disparities in SROs

Examiner (09/26/2016)

London Breed, Dean Preston argue personal, political in race

Chronicle (09/26/2016)

Heat Advisory!

by Justin Jones

The race in District 5 between Board President London Breed and challenger Dean Preston is heating up. Both candidates are looking to build and preserve housing in the center of the ... more

The race in District 5 between Board President London Breed and challenger Dean Preston is heating up. Both candidates are looking to build and preserve housing in the center of the City, but have differing ideas on how to achieve those goals. more

London Breed, Dean Preston argue personal, political in race

Chronicle (09/26/2016)

The Gangs of City Hall

San Francisco Magazine (09/26/2016)

Powdered milk and moving vans: The fight for affordable housing

Examiner (09/22/2016)

Federal agency OKs preferences at new SF senior housing complex

Chronicle (09/22/2016)

Policing the Police

by Justin Jones

Supervisor Cohen hopes voters will pass Prop G. If passed, voters will approve the creation of the new Dept. of Police Accountability which will be independent of the SFPD.

Cohen arg... more

Supervisor Cohen hopes voters will pass Prop G. If passed, voters will approve the creation of the new Dept. of Police Accountability which will be independent of the SFPD.

Cohen argues, the current investigative body, the Office of Citizen Complaints, funded through SFPD's budget, has been "woefully" underfunded for years. According to Cohen, with SFPD no longer overseeing the budget of the agency investigating police misconduct claims, that agency will have greater independence to conduct its work. In an age of increased scrutiny of police practices expect voters to give Prop G a long look. more

Voters could increase powers of SF’s police oversight agency

Examiner (09/26/2016)

After long standoff, police arrest suicidal man at Civic Center

Chronicle (09/25/2016)

Release the tapes

Examiner (09/25/2016)

Amid scrutiny, California to track all police use of force

Chronicle (09/23/2016)

SRO Conditions

by Justin Jones

A bevy of recommendations to improve the conditions of SRO buildings were approved by the Public Health Commission last week to address the chillingly high health disparities in SROs... more

A bevy of recommendations to improve the conditions of SRO buildings were approved by the Public Health Commission last week to address the chillingly high health disparities in SROs in the City. With a focus on training and data analysis, some commissioners argue a more aggressive approach is in order. more

City officials seek cure for health disparities in SROs

Examiner (09/26/2016)

Peskin runs low-key race against Donnelly for 4 more years

Chronicle (09/26/2016)

The Gangs of City Hall

San Francisco Magazine (09/26/2016)

New commission might help SF housing crisis

Examiner (09/24/2016)

No Magic Bullet

by Justin Jones

The bottom line - there are too many cars crossing the Golden Gate Bridge. Despite efforts to relieve traffic problems, Bridge District officials say, "There are going to be delays."

The bottom line - there are too many cars crossing the Golden Gate Bridge. Despite efforts to relieve traffic problems, Bridge District officials say, "There are going to be delays." more

Despite efforts, Golden Gate Bridge traffic may be unsolvable

Examiner (09/26/2016)

Golden Gate Bridge suicide net faces more delays as projected costs could double

Examiner (09/23/2016)

Golden Gate Bridge may remove toll plaza after 84 drivers crash into it

Examiner (08/29/2016)

More young people attempting suicide at Golden Gate Bridge, says district

Examiner (08/26/2016)

Presidential Debate Watch Party

by Robert F. Kennedy Democratic Club

Join the Robert F. Kennedy Democratic Club and 9 other SF Democratic Clubs for the First Presidential Debate.

Watch as we see former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton and Donald Trump stand on issues and debate their platforms. With the craziness we've already experienced thus far, this should be a debate for the ages!

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Plus, we'll have an awesome raffle where you can win some great Hillary gear, gag Trump items, and a chance to whack our Trump pinata! The local NBC News crew said they might drop by as well to see Hillary supporters in action.

Presidential Debate Watch Party Details
When: Monday, September 26th
Time: 5-8pm (debate starts at 6pm)
Location: Hi Tops - 2247 Market St. (Market and 16th)
Cost: Free - all are welcome; invite friends!

CO-HOSTS:
Alice B. Toklas LGBT Democratic Club
Asian Pacific Democratic Club
Bay Area Democrats
Brownie Mary Democratic Club - SF Chapter
City Democratic Club
College Democrats at SFSU
District 5 Democratic Club
Latina/o Young Democrats of San Francisco
Noe Valley Democratic Club more

2016 Presidential Debate Watch Party - Dem Club Unity

RFK Club Events (09/24/2016)

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Supervisor Races 2016 - Qualified Candidates

by Derek Remski

D1 – Sherman D’Silva, Sandra Lee Fewer, Richie Greenberg, Jason Jungreis, Brian Larkin, David Lee, Jonathan Lyens, Marjan Philhour, Andy Thornley
D3 – Aaron Peskin, Tim Donnelly
D5 – London Breed, Dean Preston
D7 – Norman Yee, Joel Engardio, Ben Matranga, Michael Young, John Farrell
D9 – Joshua Arce, Iswari Espana, Melissa San Miguel, Hillary Ronen
D11 – Kimberly Alvarenga, Francisco Herrera, Ahsha Safai, Berta Hernandez, Magdalena De Guzman

(Incumbents in bold.)

Know something we don't? Keep us current and drop us a line at info@rfkdemocrats.

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*The Suspects Twitter Feed is a sampling of opinion from leading voices discussing (usually) SF politics, and not authored by us.

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Justin Jones

A Bay Area native, Justin has called Baghdad by the Bay home for the past 6 years and is the Founder and current President of the RFK Club. When not politicking, you can find him #adulting in Noe Valley with his wife Sarah. He’s a huge local history nerd who leads free walking tours of the Ferry Building in addition to being a board member of the San Francisco Museum

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In the Past Week…

Taking a Knee

by Nima Rahimi

Willie talks Kaep, Trump and Hillary, Rose Pak, Snowden, this year's ballot, and pedestrians with cell phones.

Willie talks Kaep, Trump and Hillary, Rose Pak, Snowden, this year's ballot, and pedestrians with cell phones. more

A quarterback put race in America front and center

Chronicle (09/25/2016)

Rose Pak: the ultimate power broker

Chronicle (09/20/2016)

Rose Pak’s death leaves Chinatown wondering who can fill void

Chronicle (09/20/2016)

Rose Pak’s death may cause political fallout for years to come

Examiner (09/20/2016)

Taking the Garbage Out

by Corey Smith

The problems seeping from SF's zero-waste efforts.

The problems seeping from SF's zero-waste efforts. more

SF’s zero-waste failure littered with fines, frustration

Chronicle (09/25/2016)

Recycling centers and the ‘domino effect’ of $15

Examiner (08/20/2016)

Big blunder over recycling school lunch trays in S.F.

Chronicle (02/20/2016)

Sierra Club group sends out mailers opposing Recology landfill agreement

Examiner (09/26/2015)

SF Royalty

by Corey Smith

A Dede Wilsey story about what it means to be a San Francisco socialite.

A Dede Wilsey story about what it means to be a San Francisco socialite. more

Dede Wilsey Is the Defiant Socialite

nytimes (09/25/2016)

Leaked emails reveal Atherton’s bill for Obama fundraiser

Chronicle (07/27/2016)

Dede Wilsey leaving top museums job amid strife over payout

Chronicle (07/25/2016)

Dede Wilsey out as museums chief after payout turmoil

SF Business Times (07/25/2016)

Leaning Tower of San Francisco

by Nima Rahimi

Whoever is to blame will end up paying for the price tag. For now, it's at the finger pointing stage.

Whoever is to blame will end up paying for the price tag. For now, it's at the finger pointing stage. more

Sinking Millennium Tower’s developer built strictly to code

Chronicle (09/25/2016)

It’s time for a housing preservation bond

Examiner (09/25/2016)

New commission might help SF housing crisis

Examiner (09/24/2016)

Powdered milk and moving vans: The fight for affordable housing

Examiner (09/22/2016)

Standoff Ends Peacefully

by Nima Rahimi

Despondent man with replica gun is arrested after a 6 hour standoff.

Despondent man with replica gun is arrested after a 6 hour standoff. more

After long standoff, police arrest suicidal man at Civic Center

Chronicle (09/25/2016)

Voters could increase powers of SF’s police oversight agency

Examiner (09/26/2016)

Release the tapes

Examiner (09/25/2016)

Amid scrutiny, California to track all police use of force

Chronicle (09/23/2016)

Rose Pak Remembered

by Nima Rahimi

Rose Pak's legacy remembered at Saturday funeral service.

Rose Pak's legacy remembered at Saturday funeral service. more

Rose Pak recalled as a Chinatown, and SF, original

Chronicle (09/25/2016)

Peskin runs low-key race against Donnelly for 4 more years

Chronicle (09/26/2016)

New political club proposed to carry on Rose Pak’s work

Chronicle (09/21/2016)

Rose Pak, a Brash Force for San Francisco’s Chinatown, Dies at 68

The New York Times (09/21/2016)

SF Schools Help Migrant Families Overcome the Odds

by Nima Rahimi

A look into our local iteration of the Migrant Education Program.

A look into our local iteration of the Migrant Education Program. more

Migrant families overcome the odds at SF schools

Examiner (09/25/2016)

SF supe candidate Fewer sought donations from subordinates

Chronicle (09/24/2016)

Search for new SFUSD superintendent could take rest of school year

Examiner (09/20/2016)

2 ballot measures could expand SF voter rolls

Chronicle (09/15/2016)

Editorial: Release the Tapes

by Nima Rahimi

Public demanding release of body camera footage in Keith Scott's shooting.

Public demanding release of body camera footage in Keith Scott's shooting. more

Release the tapes

Examiner (09/25/2016)

Voters could increase powers of SF’s police oversight agency

Examiner (09/26/2016)

After long standoff, police arrest suicidal man at Civic Center

Chronicle (09/25/2016)

Amid scrutiny, California to track all police use of force

Chronicle (09/23/2016)

Another Housing Preservation Bond?

by Nima Rahimi

Prop C would free up $261 million in funding.

Prop C would free up $261 million in funding. more

It’s time for a housing preservation bond

Examiner (09/25/2016)

Sinking Millennium Tower’s developer built strictly to code

Chronicle (09/25/2016)

New commission might help SF housing crisis

Examiner (09/24/2016)

Powdered milk and moving vans: The fight for affordable housing

Examiner (09/22/2016)

Expanding the Right to Vote

by Nima Rahimi

Local measures would give 16 and 17 year olds the right to vote as well as non-citizen parents.

Local measures would give 16 and 17 year olds the right to vote as well as non-citizen parents. more

SF measures would enable youths, undocumented parents to vote

Examiner (09/25/2016)

Drag queen Juanita More raises her political voice

The Bay Area Reporter (09/20/2016)

SF supervisor candidate endures sexist attacks

Examiner (09/13/2016)

CCSF needs Prop. B parcel tax to shore up faculty pay

Chronicle (09/06/2016)

Housing commision might bring answers and brawls between supes

by Jasmine Conrad

A newly proposed housing commission might help the housing crisis at the same time it adds fuel to the Peskin v. Farrell fire.

A newly proposed housing commission might help the housing crisis at the same time it adds fuel to the Peskin v. Farrell fire. more

New commission might help SF housing crisis

Examiner (09/24/2016)

Peskin runs low-key race against Donnelly for 4 more years

Chronicle (09/26/2016)

City officials seek cure for health disparities in SROs

Examiner (09/26/2016)

The Gangs of City Hall

San Francisco Magazine (09/26/2016)

T-minus 2 days until the big show

by Jasmine Conrad

Everyone is preparing for the big debate on Monday night, and the media might have the most work ahead of them.

Everyone is preparing for the big debate on Monday night, and the media might have the most work ahead of them. more

Clinton camp wants debate moderator to call out Trump on lies

Chronicle (09/24/2016)

SF supervisor candidates team up even before getting elected

Chronicle (09/26/2016)

Healthy curiosity about candidates: TV doc to reveal Trump facts

Chronicle (09/15/2016)

UC President Janet Napolitano leaves no doubt she’s with Clinton

Chronicle (09/11/2016)

SF fire chief speaks out against harassment

by Jasmine Conrad

SF fire chief speaks out about the deplorable harassment of a female firefighter by her male colleagues.

SF fire chief speaks out about the deplorable harassment of a female firefighter by her male colleagues.

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SF fire chief slams harassment of female firefighter

Chronicle (09/24/2016)

Harassment Allegations Trigger Shakeup at San Francisco Fire Station

NBC Bay Area (09/20/2016)

Five SF departments plan to use drones as privacy concerns persist

Examiner (09/20/2016)

The highest-paid public sector employees in San Francisco

Chronicle (09/01/2016)

Candidate's money methods questioned

by Jasmine Conrad

Current SF Schoolboard Member Fewer is running for district supervisor and may have allegedly solicited for donations when she shouldn't have...but let's leave that up to the Ethics ... more

Current SF Schoolboard Member Fewer is running for district supervisor and may have allegedly solicited for donations when she shouldn't have...but let's leave that up to the Ethics Commission.

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SF supe candidate Fewer sought donations from subordinates

Chronicle (09/24/2016)

SF supervisor candidates team up even before getting elected

Chronicle (09/26/2016)

Migrant families overcome the odds at SF schools

Examiner (09/25/2016)

Search for new SFUSD superintendent could take rest of school year

Examiner (09/20/2016)

SF quirk still alive and healthy

by Jasmine Conrad

There has been many a debate over whether or not San Francisco has lost its quirk, its charm, its character. But the cable car turn around at Powell gives us all daily reminders that... more

There has been many a debate over whether or not San Francisco has lost its quirk, its charm, its character. But the cable car turn around at Powell gives us all daily reminders that the strange and unique still reign...even if it's only on the corner of one city block. more

Cable car turnaround a direct route to quirk

Chronicle (09/24/2016)

SFMTA approves controversial L-Taraval changes in name of safety

Examiner (09/21/2016)

Google buses multiplying, but they’re not the bad guy

Chronicle (09/17/2016)

Tech firms, unions, corporate giants and the real estate industry join hands to push for more housing

SF Business Times (09/10/2016)

Honda sues Khanna - Accusation of Data Theft

by Laura Foote Clark

Congressman Mike Honda has accused the campaign manager for Ro Khanna of hacking their private computer system and illegally downloading detailed information about Honda donors. The ... more

Congressman Mike Honda has accused the campaign manager for Ro Khanna of hacking their private computer system and illegally downloading detailed information about Honda donors. The campaign manager has resigned, and the lawsuit is moving forward. Honda is asking for an injunction against the Khanna campaign. The "incredibly detailed" call sheets and information would be extremely valuable. more

Honda sues opponent Khanna — claims donor info was pilfered

Chronicle (09/23/2016)

Honda, Khanna work quietly to woo voters

Chronicle (09/12/2016)

In South Bay, a Honda-Khanna rematch is unfolding

Chronicle (05/14/2016)

Harris, Sanchez ramp up Senate race with endorsements, new ads

Chronicle (05/14/2016)

New Tracking Of Police Use-Of-Force

by Laura Foote Clark

Information on police-involved shootings of citizens has been hard to come by. But new legislation requires all California police departments to release that data. The CA Department ... more

Information on police-involved shootings of citizens has been hard to come by. But new legislation requires all California police departments to release that data. The CA Department of Justice, led by Attorney General Kamala Harris, has unveiled new tech to track this important data. more

Amid scrutiny, California to track all police use of force

Chronicle (09/23/2016)

Police use-of-force data is finally coming to light

TechCrunch (09/23/2016)

Voters could increase powers of SF’s police oversight agency

Examiner (09/26/2016)

SF supervisor candidates team up even before getting elected

Chronicle (09/26/2016)

Is Soda a Grocery?

by Laura Foote Clark

It is on campaign mailers!

The SF Ethics Commission was asked to weigh in on whether calling Proposition V a "grocery tax" was misleading to voters. But the Ethics Commission has bowe... more

It is on campaign mailers!

The SF Ethics Commission was asked to weigh in on whether calling Proposition V a "grocery tax" was misleading to voters. But the Ethics Commission has bowed out, saying that is out of its purview. With the sugar daddy soda-industry outspending the opposition more than two-to-one, Proposition V will likely be the most expensive on the ballot this November. more

SF Ethics Commission staying out of war of words over soda tax

Chronicle (09/23/2016)

Ethics complaint filed against Breed District 5 opponent

Chronicle (09/21/2016)

S.F. Proposition T bans lobbyists’ gifts to politicians

Chronicle (09/08/2016)

Retired judge Quentin Kopp appointed to Ethics Commission as supes return from recess

Examiner (09/07/2016)

Prop L: Muni Control or Muni Chaos?

by Laura Foote Clark

The Chronicle digs into the arguments for and against Proposition L, a two-part change to the governance of San Francisco's Municipal Transportation Agency (MTA). Some argue Prop L g... more

The Chronicle digs into the arguments for and against Proposition L, a two-part change to the governance of San Francisco's Municipal Transportation Agency (MTA). Some argue Prop L gives MTA needed oversight by the Board of Supervisors. Others argue it will politicize a functional agency. You decide November 8th! more

Prop. L would give SF supervisors more control over transit board

Chronicle (09/23/2016)

Sunset Tunnel construction cost balloons by $3 million after discovery of crumbling walls

Examiner (09/22/2016)

Sunset Tunnel's crumbling walls may end $19 million renovation

SF Business Times (09/22/2016)

SFMTA approves controversial L-Taraval changes in name of safety

Examiner (09/21/2016)

Sinking Feeling Since 2009

by Laura Foote Clark

San Francisco Building inspectors may have been "buzzing" about the sinking Millennium tower as far back as 2009.

San Francisco Building inspectors may have been "buzzing" about the sinking Millennium tower as far back as 2009. more

SF building inspectors may have known of Millennium Tower issues since 2009

Examiner (09/23/2016)

Sinking Millennium Tower puts building agency on the spot

Chronicle (09/14/2016)

Supervisor Peskin blames faulty Millennium Tower on ‘political interference,’ plans to lead investigation

Examiner (09/14/2016)

Breed’s planning commissioner pick is Latina with Mission ties / Hinckle’s funeral reveals man behind the journalist

Examiner (08/31/2016)

Finalists for SFPD will be Secret

by Laura Foote Clark

The Police Commission has opted to keep the nominations for Police Chief under wraps. Three unknown names will head to Mayor Ed Lee's desk.

The Police Commission has opted to keep the nominations for Police Chief under wraps. Three unknown names will head to Mayor Ed Lee's desk. more

Names of three finalists for SFPD chief will not be released to public

Examiner (09/23/2016)

Voters could increase powers of SF’s police oversight agency

Examiner (09/26/2016)

After long standoff, police arrest suicidal man at Civic Center

Chronicle (09/25/2016)

Release the tapes

Examiner (09/25/2016)

People Like Pot

by Laura Foote Clark

In a poll that should surprise no one, 60% of California voters support legalizing marijuana. Proposition 64 proposes to legalize pot state-wide, and will likely pass in November.

In a poll that should surprise no one, 60% of California voters support legalizing marijuana. Proposition 64 proposes to legalize pot state-wide, and will likely pass in November. more

Poll finds 60 percent of voters support legalizing marijuana

Chronicle (09/23/2016)

Is Oakland idea on pot permits legal?

Chronicle (09/20/2016)

Peskin didn’t make a peep when Millennium Tower was OKd

Chronicle (09/19/2016)

Chronicle recommends: Legalize marijuana Yes on Prop. 64

Chronicle (09/15/2016)

Pension Payout Lawsuit

by Laura Foote Clark

San Francisco city Controller Ben Rosenfield is bringing down the hammer on the city's retirement board. He is suing the board for approving pension increases that he says defy the w... more

San Francisco city Controller Ben Rosenfield is bringing down the hammer on the city's retirement board. He is suing the board for approving pension increases that he says defy the will of the voters and will cost more than $200 million over 5 years. more

City official sues SF over pension payouts

Chronicle (09/23/2016)

Five SF departments plan to use drones as privacy concerns persist

Examiner (09/20/2016)

SF controller’s report recommends affordable housing requirements

Chronicle (09/14/2016)

Lumber company contract awarded properly, city auditor says

Examiner (09/08/2016)

Bank gets the Boot

by Laura Foote Clark

San Francisco has removed Wells Fargo from a low-income banking program. Accusations of misconduct continue to mount, and City officials say "staff exploited [customers'] personal in... more

San Francisco has removed Wells Fargo from a low-income banking program. Accusations of misconduct continue to mount, and City officials say "staff exploited [customers'] personal information without their consent." more

Wells Fargo booted from S.F. program

Chronicle (09/23/2016)

What's Gavin Wearing this Fall?

by Laura Foote Clark

San Francisco Magazine interviews Lt. Governor Gavin Newsom, asking wide ranging questions about his life and future in politics.

San Francisco Magazine interviews Lt. Governor Gavin Newsom, asking wide ranging questions about his life and future in politics. more

American Dreamer

San Francisco Magazine (09/23/2016)

Gavin Newsom takes on tough initiatives

Chronicle (09/12/2016)

San Francisco ‘reforms’ would undermine mayor’s effectiveness

Chronicle (07/21/2016)

Gov. Jerry Brown signs 6 gun-control bills, vetoes 5

Chronicle (07/02/2016)

100-Year-Old Woman Fights Eviction

by Laura Foote Clark

About 200 protesters demanded that 100-year-old Iris Canada's eviction be overturned. The owners say she has not been living full time in the $700 per month apartment. But protesters... more

About 200 protesters demanded that 100-year-old Iris Canada's eviction be overturned. The owners say she has not been living full time in the $700 per month apartment. But protesters want to shine a light on evictions, displacement and gentrification. more

Protesters demand eviction of 100-year-old SF woman be overturned

Chronicle (09/23/2016)

Judge tosses SF law preventing teacher evictions

Chronicle (09/02/2016)

Keeping tabs on evicted San Franciscans

Examiner (07/06/2016)

99-year-old SF widow wins eviction reprieve, for now

Chronicle (04/13/2016)