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San Jose Mayor Matt Mahan launches a bid for California governor with strong early backing from Silicon Valley figures and tech donors, signaling a potential shift in the race toward a moderate, pro-growth stance; but he faces questions about whether Silicon Valley’s influence can translate statewide amid skepticism from rivals and organized labor.
Several influential nonprofits and political action committees in San Francisco, including Neighbors for a Better San Francisco Advocacy, are pouring millions into local campaigns, aiming to reshape the city's political landscape. These groups, backed by wealthy tech and real estate donors, are advocating for more police funding, harsher penalties for drug crime, support for housing developers, and the concentration of mayoral power. Major donors include individuals with ties to old money and real estate, as well as a newer group largely drawn from the tech industry. Their 2024 aims include influencing supervisorial elections, supporting ballot measures to loosen police restrictions, and enhancing mayoral power.