Monthly Archives: June 2025

Can Joel Engardio Defeat the Recall?

Posted June 30, 2025 by

In November 2022 Joel Engardio became the first candidate to defeat an elected supervisor since district elections resumed in 2000. He became a hero to moderates for replacing progressive Gordon Mar. But some who trumpeted Engardio’s victory are now turning<br> Read More »

SF’s Mamdani Moment Happened in 2003

Posted June 30, 2025 by

Two Inspiring Campaigns A young insurgent running outside the traditional Democratic Party galvanizes young voters. His candor, optimism and energy bring support from voters of diverse ideologies and income levels. He infuses fresh air into the city’s tired politics. Despite<br> Read More »

Supreme Court Continues Role as Trump’s Servant

Posted June 30, 2025 by

Last week, the United States Supreme Court continued its support of President Trump’s march toward fascism. On Friday, it struck down several nationwide injunctions against  Trump’s executive order attempting to narrow birthright citizenship granted by common law since the birth<br> Read More »

What Really Caused Closing of SF’s Phoenix Hotel?

Posted June 23, 2025 by

It was not COVID. Or the citywide tourist decline. Rather, the Tenderloin’s legendary rock star hotel could not overcome the city’s transformation of its location into a drug containment zone. City-promoted drug tourism has claimed another victim. Last week’s announcement<br> Read More »

First Reviews From Frameline 49

Posted June 23, 2025 by

Viewers of Jennie LIvingston’s classic documentary “Paris Is Burning” will remember interviewee Venus Xtravaganza was tragically murdered before the film’s completion.  Kimberly Reed’s documentary “I’m Your Venus” shows how the Pellagatti and Xtravaganza families work together to bring a proper<br> Read More »

What’s Next After No Kings Protests?

Posted June 16, 2025 by

I had a great time at Saturday’s No Kings protest. It was inspiring seeing photos of similar actions across the nation. Anti-Trump forces are great at mobilizing rallies. Now the focus should be on expanding grassroots organizing. It’s the best<br> Read More »