London Breed
Some of the key events about London Breed
- 2010Appointed to the San Francisco Redevelopment Agency Commission
- 2012Elected to the San Francisco Board of Supervisors
- 2015Became President of the San Francisco Board of Supervisors
- 2016Spearheaded the creation of a neighborhood preference program for affordable housing
- 2017Led efforts to secure $100 million in funding for affordable housing
- 2018Became the first African American woman to serve as Mayor of San Francisco
- 2018Faced criticism for appointing a former political opponent as interim mayor
- 2019Launched the "Moving On Program" to help homeless individuals transition into permanent housing
- 2019Received backlash for supporting a controversial homeless shelter project in her neighborhood
- 2020Implemented a comprehensive COVID-19 response plan for San Francisco
- 2020Criticized for attending a group dinner at the French Laundry restaurant during COVID-19 restrictions
- 2020Faced controversy over the city's handling of protests following George Floyd's death
- 2021Initiated the "Dream Keeper Initiative" to reinvest $120 million in the African American community
- 2021Criticized for declaring a state of emergency in the Tenderloin district due to drug overdoses
- 2021Faced backlash for vetoing a free Muni (public transit) pilot program
- 2022Launched the "Abundant Birth Project" to address racial disparities in birth outcomes
- 2022Criticized for comments suggesting Asian Americans weren't considered a minority in education
- 2022Faced controversy over the recall of three school board members
- 2022Criticized for slow progress on addressing the city's homelessness crisis
- 2023Faced backlash for proposing mandatory drug treatment for individuals using drugs in public
Disclaimer: This material is written based on information taken from open sources, including Wikipedia, news media, podcasts, and other public sources.
London Breed Latest news
Popular
Global poll shows unexpected split in Harris-Trump international support
Trump's potential comeback makes South African officials nervous about trade deals
From McCain to Trump: How one party changed its response to controversial remarks
New study shows millions of Americans support extreme political views
These 4 minority groups could change everything in US election battlegrounds
San Francisco Mayoral Race: Housing and Crime Take Center Stage
San Francisco's upcoming mayoral election focuses on housing and crime issues amid slow downtown recovery. Moderate Democrats gain popularity as the city grapples with homelessness and public safety concerns.
San Francisco Mayor Faces Tough Re-election Amid City Challenges
San Francisco's first Black woman mayor, London Breed, seeks re-election amidst criticism over city issues. Four Democratic challengers compete in a ranked-choice vote on November 5, 2024.
Trailblazing Black Women in Politics Reflect on Kamala Harris's Historic Nomination
Four pioneering Black women politicians share their experiences and views on Kamala Harris's presidential nomination. They discuss challenges, offer support, and highlight the significance of her candidacy.
San Francisco's Homelessness Crisis: Mayoral Race Heats Up Over Solutions
San Francisco's mayoral candidates clash over homelessness strategies as the city grapples with encampments. The debate reflects a broader national struggle to address the growing crisis in urban areas.