Daniel Lurie, a candidate for mayor of San Francisco, recently received a significant endorsement from the local mainstream media outlet, the San Francisco Chronicle, just three weeks before the election. This announcement comes as a pivotal moment for Lurie, who is not an incumbent.

In a statement from Lurie’s office on the 15th, he highlighted the rarity of such support for a non-incumbent in the Chronicle’s history. This endorsement reflects a growing dissatisfaction among voters and the media with the current state of affairs in San Francisco. Lurie pointed out that the Chronicle has extensively covered issues related to the mayoral race, criticizing the incumbent administration’s handling of crucial problems such as street cleanliness, the fentanyl crisis, and the collapse of the downtown commercial real estate market. He emphasized a lack of stable direction in post-pandemic policies, particularly regarding the recovery of the city’s economy.

The Chronicle’s editorial praised Lurie for demonstrating a leadership style characterized by “empathy and decisiveness,” noting that he is the only candidate who truly understands and proposes effective solutions for the city’s homelessness issues. The paper also underscored Lurie’s commitment to accountability, suggesting he is willing to take responsibility for future governance, unlike other candidates who have failed to take clear positions.

As the founder of Tipping Point Community, a nonprofit organization dedicated to addressing poverty in the Bay Area, Lurie has made substantial contributions to the issue. His campaign platform includes expanding affordable housing, streamlining operational processes for small businesses, and driving the economic recovery of San Francisco. The Chronicle has particularly commended Lurie’s past achievements in tackling homelessness and revitalizing the city.

In its concluding remarks, the Chronicle emphasized that Lurie can bring about the transformative change San Francisco urgently needs, stating, “If San Francisco residents crave change, Daniel Lurie is the candidate to choose.”