In June, Frisco native Jamilah King penned a widely-shared article in Mother Jones about the messy race politics of the mayoral campaign. On the alienation of Frisco native London Breed from progressives, King wrote: “In 1996, the New York Times ran an exposé about… Plaza East. ‘The building isn’t livable,’ one resident told the paper. ‘But at least we’ve got a roof over our heads.’ Breed and her family, though, stood to lose even that when, later that year, the city announced plans to demolish and rebuild Plaza East. [Breed] thought she knew where to turn to for help: the San Francisco Tenant’s Union, which had fought displacement since the 1970s. But she was turned away. ‘We don’t work with public housing residents,’ she was told.” This suggests failure by the Tenants Union, but some of us Frisco natives recall a more complicated story. Who did what about public housing back in the day? The first … [Read more...] about London Breed supporters have sketchy history supporting public housing
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London Breed Overcomes Adversity to Become SF’s First Black Female Mayor
July 6, 2018 by NNPA NNPA Newswire Political Analyst Jeffrey Boney says that London Breed’s historic win in San Francisco’s recent mayoral election speaks to the power of establishing a broad coalition of voters, including targeting a large percentage of Black voters as a base. (Freddie Allen/AMG/NNPA) SAN FRANCISCO (NNPA) – Politics can be a dirty game. It can oftentimes bring out the worst in people. It isn’t for the faint of heart. On the flip side, however, politics gives us an opportunity to witness individuals rise above the negative elements usually associated with politics, as well as the other challenges they have endured to help them make their mark in history. Such a feat was witnessed on June 13, as San Francisco Board of Supervisors President London Breed, 43, overcame tremendous adversity and challenges to become the first African American woman to become mayor of San Francisco. The historic win by Breed also makes her only the second woman in … [Read more...] about London Breed Overcomes Adversity to Become SF’s First Black Female Mayor
OPINION: Paris and London make ideal summer destinations
Like many college students, I wanted the experience of traveling abroad this summer. I had heard all about the benefits of travel — how mind-opening and life altering it can be — and as someone who was born and raised in Tucson, I had only ever traveled within the U.S. and Mexico. I began to realize the world is so much bigger and, while I love the Southwest, I wanted to expand my understanding of the world. I decided to take a risk. I called a travel tour agency specializing in tours for young people ages 18-35, and I spent roughly $3,200 on a round-trip plane ticket, hotel stay and a guided tour experience. RELATED: OPINION: Improving your social skills, one concert at a time I settled on a trip to Paris and London, two cities that possess a lot of old world charm and culture and are full of sight-seeing options, exotic food and beverages, beautiful architecture and plenty of history. I was thrilled. My … [Read more...] about OPINION: Paris and London make ideal summer destinations
Foster Law Firm Declares Lloyd’s London “Utterly Failed” Homeowners after Hawaii Volcano Eruption
Two Puna Victims File Suit for Deceptive Practices /EIN News/ -- HILO, Hawaii, July 25, 2018 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Nearly 800 homes in the Puna District on Hawaii Island have been destroyed by fire and other causes in the aftermath of the Kīlauea eruption. Dozens of Puna homeowners who lost their homes carried a homeowner’s policy with Lloyd’s of London who has failed to honor local homeowners’ certificates of insurance, according to a lawsuit filed in Hawaii’s Third Circuit State court today. “As one of the few home insurance providers in the Puna area near the Kilauea Volcano, Lloyd’s of London, their underwriters, their agents, their adjusters, and affiliates have utterly failed to honor commitments and assist homeowners. Lloyd’s has failed to pay displaced homeowners even the basic living expenses promised in their policies in the aftermath of this terrible human tragedy,” said Jeffrey Foster, an attorney representing … [Read more...] about Foster Law Firm Declares Lloyd’s London “Utterly Failed” Homeowners after Hawaii Volcano Eruption
London Breed Becomes the First African American Female Mayor Of San Francisco
By Denise Williams Democrat London Breed became the first African-American female Mayor of San Francisco, CA. The 43-year-old will serve as Mayor until her term expires in the year 2020. Her predecessor, Ed Lee died last December before his term was completed, leaving a vacant seat. During this election to determine a permanent Mayor for the length of Ed Lee’s term, she had to run against opponent Senator Mark Leno (D). Leno conceded the race which assured Breed a victory. The win for Breed was close as it has been reported that she won by just one percentage point (fewer than 2,000 votes). Breed was dedicated to public service long before her win to occupy the Mayoral post. She won the Board of Supervisors election in 2012. Following that win she secured the President of the Board in 2015. After these two successful elections she was re-elected to the District 5 Supervisor position in November 2016. In December 2017 following the death of former Mayor Ed Lee, London filled his … [Read more...] about London Breed Becomes the First African American Female Mayor Of San Francisco