Between now and the November election, Mission Local is asking each District 3 candidate one question per week, and candidates will get 100 words to respond. We will compile all responses to the 40-odd questions on a “Meet the Candidates” page, so that voters can get a full picture of their stances.
Because Supervisor Aaron Peskin terms out next January, six candidates have filed to run for the seat to lead District 3, which includes North Beach, Chinatown, Union Square, the Financial District, Russian Hill and Nob Hill.
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Question this week: Which mayoral candidate do you support? How did you vote on the March 5 propositions (A, B, C, D, E, F, G)?
Sharon Lai
- Job: Economic recovery leader at the World Economic Forum, former board member at the San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency
- Age: 41
- Residency: Tenant and owner, living in District 3 since 2023, first moved to SF in 2005
- Transportation: Walk and Muni when solo, drive when with kids
- Education: Bachelor’s degree from University of California, Berkeley, development studies and city and regional planning; master’s degree in public administration, Harvard Kennedy School
- Languages: English, Mandarin, Cantonese
I have not made an official endorsement yet. However, I will prioritize a candidate who will deliver the most for District 3’s interests, including safety, homelessness, affordable housing and economic recovery. I look forward to working collaboratively with the Mayor’s office.
My primary focus was on passing Prop A in the March election. Thanks to citywide support, an important funding mechanism to deliver affordable housing was passed.
The main measure I opposed was Proposition F. I voted yes on A, B, C, D, and G. I support the concept of E, but it should have been legislated.
Endorsed by: Community Tenants Association, Teamsters Joint Council 7, 7 of the current Board of Supervisors … read more here
Eduard Navarro
- Job: Tech startup founder
- Age: 44
- Residency: Tenant in District 3 since December 2021
- Transportation: Walking, public transportation
- Education: CFA Institute: Chartered Financial Analyst, passed level 1. Master’s degree from Columbia University, architecture, concentration in urban design. Master’s degree from Columbia University, real estate development, concentrating in finance. Ecole d’Architecture de La Villette. Bachelor’s degree in architecture from Georgia Institute of Technology.
- Languages: Spanish, French, German, English, Valèncian (Catalan)
As an independent candidate for District 3, my platform emphasizes law and order, reversing the exodus, and ensuring San Francisco remains a beacon of hope and global leadership. I expect the same conviction from our next mayor. In a city where we share common values, however, it’s crucial to contrast our leaders based on their technical knowledge and real ability to turn visions into actionable and measurable outcomes—a standard I apply to both myself and other candidates. With abundant rhetoric, true capability is often elusive. Demand excellence!
Yes on A, C, D, E, F & G.
No on B.
JConr B. Ortega
- Job: Self-described formerly homeless, leatherman, boxer
I am staying out of the mayoral race as I run for supervisor. I look forward to work with anyone who becomes our next mayor. The propositions I supported and campaigned for are Propositions E & F. The remaining proposals, I rejected. (Yes on G)
Danny Sauter
- Job: Executive Director, Neighborhood Centers Together
- Age: 35
- Residency: Tenant in District 3 since 2014
- Transportation: Public transportation
- Education: Bachelor’s degree from Miami University
- Languages: English, Cantonese
I have not yet made an endorsement in the Mayor’s race, but am committed to working collaboratively with the Mayor’s office, no matter who may occupy it.
A: Yes, because we badly need more affordable housing.
B: No, because the ballot was poorly designed and wouldn’t have hired a single additional first responder.
C: Yes, to encourage office-to-housing conversions.
D: Yes, to strengthen ethics rules.
E: Yes, to improve public safety.
F: No, because there are better ways for us to add accountability to our drug-treatment policies.
G – Yes to restore confidence in our schools
Endorsed by: Nor Cal Carpenters Union, Senator Scott Wiener, Sheriff Paul Miyamoto, Operating Engineers Local 3 … read more here
Matthew Susk
- Job: Former lead with Divvy Homes
- Age: 32
- Residency: TIC owner, first moved to District 3 in 2007. 2007-2009 while in high school, 2014-2016 after college, 2023-present with his wife.
- Transportation: Walking
- Education: Bachelor’s degree from St. Lawrence University, master’s in business from Georgetown University
- Languages: English
I have great respect for all of the mayoral candidates, but I am currently concentrating on my own campaign. Regardless of the outcome, I am committed to collaborating with the next mayor to ensure safe streets, thriving businesses and more housing.
Propositions:
A: Yes
B: No
C: Yes
D: Yes
E: Yes
F: Yes
G: Yes
Moe Jamil
- Job: Deputy city attorney, San Francisco City Attorney’s Office
- Age: 46
- Residency: Owner-occupied condo owner, living in District 3 since May 2014
- Transportation: Walking
- Education: University of California, Berkeley, and law school at Santa Clara University, K-12 public school
- Languages: English, Cantonese
Aaron Peskin.
A: Yes
B: No
C: No
D: Yes
E: Yes
F: Yes
G: Yes
Endorsed by: San Francisco Tenants Union, Teamsters Joint Council 7, Retired Assistant Police Chief Garrett Tom, Board President Aaron Peskin … read more here
Money raised and spent in the District 3 supervisor race
Money spent
Money raised
Sharon Lai
$9,493
$86,241
Danny Sauter
$7,904
$74,566
Moe Jamil
$16,015
$71,672
JConr B. Ortega
$0
Matthew Susk
$0
Eduard Navarro
$0
$0
$50,000
$100,000
$150,000
$200,000
Money raised
Money spent
Sharon Lai
$9,493
$86,241
Danny Sauter
$7,904
$74,566
Moe Jamil
$16,015
$71,672
JConr B. Ortega
$0
Matthew Susk
$0
Eduard Navarro
$0
$0
$50K
$100K
$150K
$200K
Source: San Francisco Ethics Commission, as of April 3, 2024. Chart by Junyao Yang.
Answers may be lightly edited for formatting, spelling, and grammar. If you have questions for the candidates, please let us know at yujie@missionlocal.com.
Illustrations for the series by Neil Ballard.
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