Was just at
@DanielLurie 's inauguration. So refreshing. Feeling full of hope.
- Spent 70% of his speech talking about the drug, homelessness, and safety crisis: "recovery is possible" was his message
- Stayed tactical and introduced a bunch of novel ideas, like a dedicated hospitality district
@SFPD task force, a dropoff center for people who refuse help, and public private partnerships to rapidly expand shelter
- Made clear that SF will NOT be a destination for drug dealers and drug users, and that those coming here will be held accountable
- Promised that despite the budget cuts we need to make, our first responders will not be affected
Most of all, Lurie came off like the genuine, decent guy I know him to be. He asked for this job, understands his mandate, and knows the time is NOW to make change happen.
Best of luck to him. I hope he succeeds, for all our sake.