San Francisco Mayor London Breed has conceded re-election to Daniel Lurie, heir to the Levi Strauss fortune, the Associated Press announced Tuesday. Breed, who blazed a trail as the city’s first Black female mayor, has vowed to ensure a seamless transition of power.
Mr. Breed expressed deep gratitude and looked back on his tenure, calling it the greatest honor of his life. Her 2018 win was a testament to her resilience despite growing up in poverty and public housing. But her term faced a variety of hurdles, from the COVID-19 pandemic to public safety issues.
Although recent efforts have improved conditions in the city, Breed faced criticism for his response to the city’s challenges, leading to his electoral defeat. Mr. Lurie’s victory marks a new chapter in the city’s efforts to address ongoing issues of public safety and social equity.
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