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San Francisco Mayoral Candidate Accused of Campaign Finance Violations

Mark Farrell's mailer promoting Proposition D also highlights his mayoral achievements, raising legal concerns from opponents.

  • Mark Farrell's recent mailer urges support for Proposition D while also promoting his achievements as interim mayor.
  • Opponents argue the mailer violates campaign finance laws by mixing ballot measure advocacy with Farrell's mayoral campaign.
  • Farrell's campaign attorney insists all communications are vetted and comply with legal requirements.
  • The controversy centers on allegations of using unlimited donations to the ballot measure committee to bypass individual contribution limits.
  • Legal action may be pursued, but any resolution is unlikely before the November election.
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