Pivot Tech Stock Troubles, Epstein Fallout, and SF Mayor Daniel Lurie
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Nov 17, 2025 
San Francisco Mayor Daniel Lurie discusses city revitalization, focusing on innovative housing solutions like family zoning and strategies to entice tech companies back with public safety measures. He shares insights on the recovery of hotels and retail in San Francisco and advocates for autonomous vehicles, highlighting the need for safety protocols. Lurie also delves into the turbulent tech market and the potential fallout from the Epstein documents, speculating on their implications for politics and public trust.
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Build Density Along Transit Corridors
- San Francisco needs denser housing along transit and commercial corridors to meet state mandates and keep the next generation here.
- Mayor Daniel Lurie calls this a "family zoning" plan focused on rezoning high-resourced neighborhoods for growth.
Signs Of Commercial Recovery
- Daniel Lurie argues crime is falling and retail and hotels are returning, citing major retailers and Blackstone interest.
- He positions San Francisco as a resurging hub for AI and commerce attracting reinvestment.
Demand Corporate Civic Engagement
- Mayor Lurie asks companies to engage locally: be in the office, shop local, fund transit, and support schools and arts.
- He conditions city enticement on corporate commitments to civic investment and public services.