Dean Preston
San Francisco Supervisor. A tenant's rights attorney, activist, and democratic socialist who has been on the front lines of fighting tech billionaires.
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Sep 7, 2023 • 59min
How Tech Wields Its Power in San Francisco w/ Dean Preston
Dean Preston, a tenant attorney and District 5 Supervisor in San Francisco, discusses the havoc robotaxis are wreaking, the impact of the tech industry on SF, skepticism among residents, democratic concerns, tech's influence on politics, success of lefty programs, and challenges posed by tech billionaires and disinformation.
Sep 5, 2025 • 46min
The Astroturf Agenda with Dean Preston
San Francisco Supervisor Dean Preston joins the discussion, known for his advocacy on tenant's rights and opposition to tech billionaires. He delves into how these tech-rich elites manipulate local politics through deceitful campaigns. Preston highlights the clash between progressive policies and dark money's influence on housing issues. He discusses challenges facing low-income communities and critiques zoning laws that favor market-driven solutions. The conversation reveals the ongoing struggle for genuine progressive values amid the tech-driven political landscape.
