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Laws Cast in Stone: The Problem with Ballot Measures

December 1, 2025

San Francisco can't respond quickly because our laws are cast in stone. Here's how we can fix it.

Too Many Ballot Measures: Why San Francisco Needs To Fix Its Charter

November 17, 2025

San Francisco’s endless ballot measures create confusion and gridlock. Here's how we can fix it.

Why the 6th floor of the Westfield is the perfect place for a new police academy

September 9, 2025

The San Francisco Centre is just right for a new police academy, it would provide new recruits with a much better training facility and breathe new life into downtown.

The Commission Streamlining Task Force

August 27, 2025

San Francisco's government is about to undergo big changes; follow along!

Build a World-Class Police Training Pipeline at San Francisco’s Universities

August 18, 2025

San Francisco needs more qualified police officers. Today, just 1.3% of applicants to the SFPD academy graduate.

San Francisco’s Police Academy is a 1960s Elementary School – It’s Time That Change

August 4, 2025

San Franciscans want a fully-staffed, modern police force. We need the facilities to make that possible.

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Why San Francisco Can’t Get More People Into Treatment

March 31, 2025

San Francisco has a drug crisis, but we can’t get people into treatment. Here’s why.

What is going on at SFUSD?

October 1, 2024

Ranked choice voting education key to November election

April 10, 2024

What are San Francisco Board Committees?

January 16, 2024

There are eight Board Committees and each plays a crucial role in the legislative process. New legislation is reviewed and amended by the committee, and two votes are needed for it to advance to the broader Board of Supervisors for a final vote.

What's wrong with housing in San Francisco?

December 11, 2023

A shortage of homes drives up prices and drives out families.

San Francisco is not a "Strong Mayor" City

October 4, 2023

San Francisco''s government structure has shifted away from a "strong Mayor" model, leaving the Board of Supervisors in control of the city''s departments. Learn how this happened and who is responsible in this in-depth analysis.

The impact of Prop 47 on crime in San Francisco

August 31, 2023

Prop 47 was marketed as a way to reduce incarceration and reinvest in education, counseling, and substance-abuse initiatives. But the reality is that it has led to a surge in overdose deaths, shoplifting, and repeat offenders.

No on Proposition I

October 21, 2022

“Moderates” vs. “Progressives”: Breaking down the political factions in a one-party city

October 22, 2020

How the SF Board of Supervisors Works

October 1, 2020

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