Shifting SF mayor's race to presidential year was a boon for wealthy candidates
Briefly

Many San Franciscans agree that mayoral elections should align with presidential contests to enhance voter turnout. Evidence from past elections clearly supports this conclusion.
Critics, including Mayor London Breed, claimed Proposition H facilitated a 'power grab' by the left. This notion appears increasingly absurd in light of the electoral context.
The shift in mayoral election timing not only benefits broader voter engagement but also skews towards candidates with financial resources, highlighting significant electoral disparities.
The 2022 push for higher turnout in San Francisco's mayoral elections revealed the importance of maximizing participation, contradicting narratives of extreme leftist benefits.
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