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Daniel Lurie Gains Momentum in San Francisco Mayoral Race

Polls show Levi's heir Daniel Lurie leading incumbent Mayor London Breed in ranked-choice voting projections.

  • Daniel Lurie, a political outsider and Levi's heir, is gaining traction in San Francisco's mayoral race, spending over $8 million on his campaign.
  • Recent polls indicate a close contest between Lurie and incumbent Mayor London Breed, with Lurie benefiting significantly from second-choice votes.
  • Ranked-choice voting analysis suggests Lurie winning against Breed in the final tally, despite Breed's slight lead in first-choice votes.
  • Mark Farrell's support has declined amid campaign finance allegations, while Aaron Peskin has emerged as a strong third-place contender.
  • Voter dissatisfaction with Breed's handling of issues like homelessness and crime may be contributing to Lurie's rising popularity.
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