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politics25 days ago

Pelosi deploys her machine to back Chan in SF succession fight

Nancy Pelosi is using her vast political network to back Connie Chan in San Francisco’s open House seat, aiming to block Scott Wiener amid a feud that has spilled into an AI chatbot controversy and a debate over female representation in the region’s Democratic leadership. Wiener, who led in the primary, says Pelosi has effectively taken over Chan’s campaign, while Chan’s side emphasizes labor ties and the legacy Pelosi wants to shape for the city.

via Politico|
#california-politics#connie-chan#nancy-pelosi
Wiener shuts down Connie Chan AI chatbot after backlash
election-coverage27 days ago

Wiener shuts down Connie Chan AI chatbot after backlash

California State Senator Scott Wiener pulled down his self-described “push the envelope” Connie Chan AI chatbot after critics accused it of weaponizing AI against a woman of color; Wiener apologized and removed the bot and billboards within hours, while Chan’s camp and supporters argued the stunt backfired and amplified concerns about AI in politics, though some observers say it still defined the race.

via Mission Local|
#ai-chatbot#connie-chan#election-2026
politics27 days ago

Wiener halts anti-chan AI chatbot after Pelosi backlash

California state Sen. Scott Wiener will remove ConnieChan.ai, a parody AI chatbot built to critique rival Connie Chan in the race to succeed Nancy Pelosi, after Pelosi condemned it as sexist; Wiener apologized for the offense and will also pull down the accompanying billboards. Chan and Pelosi allies criticized the bot for racist/sexist implications, while Chan’s campaign argued it highlighted Wiener's judgment. The episode unfolds amid Wiener's ongoing engagement with AI policy.

via Politico|
#ai-in-campaigns#conniechanai#nancy-pelosi
Sen. Wiener exits SF Trans March after Gaza confrontation
politics2 months ago

Sen. Wiener exits SF Trans March after Gaza confrontation

California state Sen. Scott Wiener, a leading advocate for LGBTQ+ and transgender rights, said he was surrounded and berated by protesters at San Francisco’s Trans March who accused him of supporting genocide in Gaza, forcing him to leave for safety. He also described a separate incident at a Mission District bar where he and staff were targeted, and, as he runs for Congress, Wiener has balanced defense of Israel’s right to exist with calls for a two-state solution.

via CNN|
#gaza#politics#protests
San Francisco Pride Weekend Marred by Violence and Harassment
local2 months ago

San Francisco Pride Weekend Marred by Violence and Harassment

Violent incidents during San Francisco Pride weekend—including a shooting near the Castro, vandalism, and harassment of State Sen. Scott Wiener during the Trans March—raised safety concerns as Wiener left the march and his staff were accosted at a World Cup watch party. The San Francisco Police Department said criminal activity would not be tolerated; five people were arrested and several officers were injured during the Trans March. Wiener planned to attend the main Pride Parade, while participants emphasized celebrating the community despite fears.

via NBC Bay Area|
#harassment#local#pride
Trans March ejects Wiener, highlighting a decade of political clashes
government2 months ago

Trans March ejects Wiener, highlighting a decade of political clashes

San Francisco state Sen. Scott Wiener was chased out of the Trans March during the Pride weekend kickoff after protesters criticized his Israel/Gaza stance. Wiener said he faced verbal and physical harassment and left for safety. The video of the confrontation circulated widely, underscoring a pattern at Trans March of politicians being booed or pressed to leave, including past incidents with Ed Lee and Mark Leno; Connie Chan appeared unchallenged. The episode feeds into broader national attention around Israel-Palestine debates within local LGBTQ+ communities.

via Mission Local|
#government#israel-palestine#pride
Chan Clinches No. 2 in SF Race, Ready for November Showdown with Wiener
politics3 months ago

Chan Clinches No. 2 in SF Race, Ready for November Showdown with Wiener

Connie Chan defeated Saikat Chakrabarti for the No. 2 spot in San Francisco’s congressional race, setting up a November general election showdown against Sen. Scott Wiener to succeed Nancy Pelosi. Wiener led early, but the Chan-Chakrabarti contest drew heavy spending from Chakrabarti, who invested about $10 million, while Chan’s campaign raised under $1 million. Chan’s local credentials and Pelosi’s endorsement helped her surge, and the result underscores divisions within SF’s progressive movement as both Chan and Chakrabarti vie to consolidate support against Wiener.

via Mission Local|
#connie-chan#election-2026#politics
politics3 months ago

Wiener emerges as front-runner to succeed Pelosi in SF's House seat

California state Sen. Scott Wiener topped the top-two primary to become the front-runner to succeed Nancy Pelosi in San Francisco’s U.S. House seat, a vacancy not open for almost 40 years. The November contest looks likely to pit Wiener against either Connie Chan, Pelosi’s endorsed progressive ally, or Saikat Chakrabarti, an anti-establishment candidate who spent about $10 million but failed to win Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez’s endorsement. Wiener positioned as a moderate by San Francisco standards, highlighting housing and opposition to Trump-era policies.

via Politico|
#california#elections-2026#house-of-representatives
Pelosi backs Chan to succeed her, reshaping San Francisco's congressional race
politics3 months ago

Pelosi backs Chan to succeed her, reshaping San Francisco's congressional race

Former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi endorsed San Francisco Supervisor Connie Chan to succeed her in Congress, a last‑minute twist in a three‑way Democratic primary that also includes state Sen. Scott Wiener and tech entrepreneur Saikat Chakrabarti. Wiener currently leads polls, Chan is neck‑and‑neck with Chakrabarti, and Marie Huriabell is also running. Pelosi lauded Chan’s leadership and lived experience, signaling a push to position Chan in second place behind Wiener; the endorsement comes as Pelosi previously signaled she wouldn’t endorse in the gubernatorial race.

via CalMatters|
#connie-chan#election-2026#nancy-pelosi
Senator Scott Wiener to challenge Nancy Pelosi in 2026 congressional race
politics10 months ago

Senator Scott Wiener to challenge Nancy Pelosi in 2026 congressional race

State Sen. Scott Wiener plans to run for the congressional seat held by Nancy Pelosi, with a formal announcement expected soon. Wiener, known for his advocacy on housing and LGBTQ+ rights, has raised significant funds and shifted his plans to run sooner due to new candidates entering the race. Pelosi, focused on a California ballot measure, has not confirmed if she will seek re-election, amid discussions about her age and leadership. Wiener’s potential election would make him the first openly gay person to represent San Francisco in Congress.

via Los Angeles Times|
#california#congressional-race#lgbtq
California Mandates Speed Warning Beeps in New Cars
legislation2 years ago

California Mandates Speed Warning Beeps in New Cars

The California Senate has passed SB 961, a bill requiring passive speed limiters in all new cars by 2032 to combat rising traffic fatalities. Introduced by Senator Scott Wiener, the bill mandates audible and visual warnings for drivers exceeding speed limits by over ten miles per hour. The legislation, which exempts emergency vehicles, now moves to the State Assembly for approval.

via KTLA Los Angeles|
#california#legislation#scott-wiener