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Kevin Faulconer

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Running for San Diego County Supervisor - D3. Father, former Mayor of San Diego, and visiting professor at @PepperdineSPP

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As Mayor of San Diego, I delivered real results on some of the toughest issues facing San Diego and made significant progress in reducing homelessness, even bucking the statewide trend. Now, homelessness continues to hit new records and housing is unaffordable. Our County…

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As a parent I’m appalled that last night our governor signed a law maintaining a 24-year-old can have sex with a 14-year-old and it not be considered predatory. An adult who commits ANY sex act on a minor 10 years younger must be registered a sex offender. Law must be changed.

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Who’s gonna tell him?

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Today is Small Business Saturday. California is home to over 4 million small businesses. This holiday season, shop safe and shop local to help support our economy and the over 7 million workers that help keep our small businesses going.

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His kids can learn in person. But yours can’t. He can celebrate birthday parties. But you can’t. He can dine on a $350 meal at one California’s fanciest restaurants during the worst recession in generations. But you definitely can’t. Can you believe this? I can’t.

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Gov. @GavinNewsom attended a birthday dinner for one of his political advisers last week with at least a dozen people from several different households, the type of gathering his administration has discouraged during the coronavirus pandemic.

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No, police officers and fire fighters will NOT be cut first — at least not in San Diego. I would never hold out first responders as leverage to balance my budget.

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Newsom says first responders would be first ones laid off if states don't get federal assistance

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Great news: the Governor heard us. San Diego beaches WILL STAY OPEN under our plan approved by lifeguards and health officials. In a time of great crisis we don't need knee-jerk policies. We need to keep a steady hand. It’s the only way to keep the public’s trust. Keep it up, SD!

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It’s a new year. We need a new governor. Jobs are leaving, homelessness is skyrocketing, and the state can’t even issue unemployment checks to people struggling right now to get by. California is better than this. Join me in signing the recall petition.

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Kids should never have to live on the streets, especially during a pandemic. San Diego took an old motel, rehabilitated it, and during #COVID19 will use it to help homeless families and children stay safe. Thank you @MaraWElliott for your partnership.

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Our small businesses aren’t being treated fairly. Restaurants made good faith efforts to comply with COVID rules. Now the rules are changing once again. If the Governor shuts restaurants down, it’s only right the state compensates them for the costs incurred moving outdoors.

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San Diegans have been following the rules set by our public health officials and lifeguards since beaches reopened this week. A sudden state ban on every single beach — regardless of the facts on the ground — sends the wrong message to regions where people are acting responsibly.

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You stayed classy, San Diego. When other beaches across the U.S. have reopened, the nation saw pandemonium. Today, the nation saw San Diego acting like America’s Finest City. So many of you followed lifeguard and public health guidelines. Let's keep it up.

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California has so much promise. But Gavin Newsom's broken promises have become our problems. His leadership is failing our state. It's time for the California Comeback. I'm excited to officially launch my campaign for Governor. Join me.

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No better way to ring in the New Year than taking the first step in turning around California. I’m excited to launch our gubernatorial exploratory committee. I want you to be part of this California comeback. Join us at More updates soon!

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This is unbelievable. State inmates get COVID, they’re transferred to a larger prison without adequate testing, it sparks a huge outbreak, and now 8,000 prisoners are being released into communities — while still potentially infected. None of this is appropriate or acceptable.

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Jeremy B. White

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YIKES: Officials warn of 8,000+ inmate releases that "prisoners were recently freed with little notice to local authorities and without appropriate transportation or quarantine housing — and in some cases, no clear indication they were virus-free."

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Awesome job out there on the beach today, San Diego! Way to keep it moving and keep that physical distance!

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Here's my statement on the Chargers' decision to leave San Diego:

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I have directed the @CityofSanDiego to move forward with closing all City-owned parks, beaches and trails. There were far too many ignoring physical distancing rules this weekend. The actions of a few can cost the lives of many. Please stay at home, San Diego.

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Seriously?!?

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3 years

BREAKING: California will NOT fully reopen on June 15 as Gavin Newsom had previously indicated. Other states have been safely open for months, but Newsom refuses to follow the science. It's time to recall him. #RecallNewsom #RecallGavinNewsom

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Scott Wilk

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🚨NEW 🚨 Governor Newsom will not lift the state of emergency on June 15 when CA reopens. He’s had unilateral control over the state for 15 months & side-stepped democracy. Let’s get SCR 5 done & restore our constitutional co-equal branches of government.

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I'm calling on the state to give San Diego the local control to enter Phase 3 — and safely reopen places like hair and nail salons. SD’s stats continue to show progress. The governor heard us today after we urged realistic Phase 2 rules last week. Let’s keep moving forward.

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3 years

No science behind hollow curfew orders. No science for a ban on safely eating outside. No science that supports closing down outdoor playgrounds to kids. No wonder Californians are angry.

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Not that I had a particularly high opinion of it before, but the irrational and not-very-science-driven regime of COVID policies in California, coupled with the hypocrisy of so many elected officials there, has really lowered my opinion of the quality of governance in that state.

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Gavin Newsom has been doing the opposite of listening to scientists. He's closed public schools while private schools remain open, and shuttered countless businesses permanently. This recall isn't about Republicans and Democrats, it's about what's best for California.

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Bernie Sanders

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Right-wing Republicans in CA are trying to recall @GavinNewsom for the crime of telling people to wear masks and for listening to scientists during COVID. Extremist Republicans have done enough to undermine democracy already. We must all unite to oppose the recall in California.

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After @SDPublicLibrary 3-D printed 1,600 face shields for SD hospitals, I’ve directed them to make 1,000 more for Tijuana health care workers. #COVID19 knows no borders, and protecting first responders in Mexico helps keep Americans safe in San Diego. We’re in this together.

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In Gov. Newsom's CA, death row inmates and prisoners have no issue getting $140M in unemployment checks. But hardworking Californians’ benefits are delayed or denied. It's more than fraud. It's a failure of this Governor to show he understands life outside The French Laundry.

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District attorneys call it “the most significant fraud on taxpayer funds in California history." 👀 from @anitachabria @mcgreevy99 @LAcrimes

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Peaceful protesters march because they care about our community, justice, and accountability. Looters and rioters do not. We won’t stand for anyone hijacking this moment to perpetuate violence. The City will keep working to maintain order.

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We are urging action to avoid Uber and Lyft leaving California on Friday. As the Republican and Democratic mayors of two of California's largest cities, we're calling for solutions so our state doesn’t shut down an industry that's vital to the income and livelihood of millions.

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Launched our movement at one of the schools Gavin Newsom promised to open this month. Parents are fed up. Many private schools are open because they're accountable to parents. But public schools are closed because they're accountable to Newsom. Time for a California Comeback.

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4 years

Attention on the beach, attention on the beach: Stay classy, San Diego! 📢 🏄‍♀️

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Californians can’t afford to live a middle class life. It’s not your play money. Give it back.

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NEW: With a surplus of over $45.7 BILLION -- California is a model for the nation on how we can confront our greatest existential threats and make historic investments in our future. We can lead with science and still have a successful economy.

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People are asking, how do we stop all these armed robberies and homicides? It’s not rocket science. We arrest the criminals and put them in jail. Period.

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Congratulations, Mayor-elect @ToddGloria ! I served with Todd on the City Council. I know he has what it takes. From housing to homelessness to bipartisan climate action, San Diego has become a leader. Todd shares these priorities, and I look forward to helping him get started.

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This may be the end of the @Padres season, but I have a feeling it’s the beginning of an era. Thanks for being the best thing about 2020!

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I want to thank my supporters. You all know me. I’ve never been one to be part of the circus. I’ve been the one who comes in to end the circus. That’s just who I am. California’s problems aren’t going away, and I’m proud that we ran a campaign based on experience and solutions.

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A new day, a new erratic COVID rule. Californians want to follow the science. Instead we're forced to follow a governor who decides on a whim the fate of millions of Californians while refusing to release the data behind his contradictory and arbitrary decisions. It’s absurd.

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Jeremy B. White

3 years

Hopefully @GavinNewsom emerges to explain stay-at-home lift soon. But for now, the abrupt reversal seems to be cementing a common criticism of Newsom's #coronavirus management: a complaint that restrictions are arbitrary and dictated by politics

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2 years

They tried to remove Abraham Lincoln’s name from this school. So voters removed THEM!

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San Francisco school board members ousted in parental backlash

First returns show that voters overwhelmingly voted "yes" to recall Alison Collins, Gabriela López and Faauuga Moliga, three of the board's seven members.

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3 years

Tomorrow is Groundhog Day. But doesn’t it feel like every day is Groundhog Day in Gavin Newsom’s California? This Groundhog Day, change is coming.

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It's been the honor of my life to serve you. Together we restored dignity and pride to our city. As a guy who started off cleaning carpets and volunteering on the Park & Rec board, I didn't expect this journey. I've loved every moment. Thank you San Diego

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Mayor Faulconer's Outgoing Message to San Diegans

Kevin L. Faulconer was elected the 36th mayor of San Diego on March 3, 2014, on a platform of bringing people together and restoring integrity to government....

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In San Francisco right now at a campus where Abraham Lincoln's name will soon be removed. It's time for Lincoln to be celebrated, not cancelled. It's time for schools to be reopened, not renamed. It's time for a governor who will set the right priorities for California.

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3 years

This is desperation. Team Newsom is using a national tragedy to deflect from his own failures. Comparing the capitol attack on our democracy to a recall effort allowed under the state Constitution, signed by 1 mil. people across the political spectrum, is absolutely disgraceful.

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It’s absolutely insane to frame a recall where the voters go to the polls a coup. That implies that the California elections don’t have integrity. If you know who came up with this talking point, my DMs are open and you’re anonymity will be protected. cc: @rustyhicks

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The State of the State address is typically when a governor talks about all of their accomplishments. This was one of the shortest #StateoftheState speeches ever.

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You stayed classy, San Diego. When other beaches across the U.S. have reopened, the nation saw pandemonium. Today, the nation saw San Diego acting like America’s Finest City. So many of you followed lifeguard and public health guidelines. Let's keep it up.

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K.C. Alfred

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San Diego beaches reopened to activity only today. No lounging around on the sand.

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California kids are on the sidelines, watching their peers across the country play. If the rest of the nation can figure out a way for students to play sports safely, so can we!

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Do the governors, health officials, administrators, parents and coaches who allowed kids to play sports in 43 different states so far care less about their kids than CA? No! They allowed sports to return in as safe as a way as possible! Proof is in the pudding.

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After breaking his own COVID rules, it appears the Governor is already under curfew — he wont even address the public or media about his sudden lockdown. The fact is, much of CA is already shut down. I continue to urge personal responsibility: mask up and physically distance.

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Emily Hoeven

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Interesting that Dr. Ghaly will be formally announcing California’s new curfew today, not @GavinNewsom (who may be trying to lie low after the French Laundry saga)

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4 years

Checks from Washington won’t solve this. Tax increases won’t solve this. The only long-term way to fund our schools and balance the budget is to let people safely work and earn a paycheck again.

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Coronavirus shutdown means less money for schools, healthcare in California budget, Newsom says

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Kevin Faulconer

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4 years

What does a county do when it gets off California's COVID watch list? No one knows because state guidelines haven't been set. With San Diego's cases no longer hitting the state's trigger, we're asking the governor for a clear process based on solid data so we can move forward.

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3 years

In the middle of a pandemic and deep recession, California's highest priority should not be zero emission vehicles. We need K-12 education at the top of this list.

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Emily Hoeven

3 years

BREAKING: @GavinNewsom unveils portion of 2021-22 budget, to be released in full Friday: -$1.5B for 0-emission vehicles/infrastructure -$1.1B for small biz grants -$778M on CA Jobs Initiative -$575M in other small biz grants -$500M for housing -$353M for workforce development

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2 years

Why is he asking himself that? Look in the mirror Gavin!

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“I’m asking myself, what the hell is going on? We look like a third-world country," @GavinNewsom says at site of L.A. train theft

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Restaurant dining and in-store retail are SAFELY RETURNING to San Diego! We just secured state approval. It’s because San Diegans have been smart and are keeping our region healthy. Next up: Hair, nail and fitness facilities! More info for businesses:

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Kevin Faulconer

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3 years

California gives its citizens the right to recall a governor when he isn’t getting the job done. Replacing Newsom is going to take all of us working together.

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This is a movement. Thank you, California. We're just getting started.

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If Gavin Newsom can invite reporters to gather inside a restaurant (that he closed) to ask him questions in person, kids should be able to go inside a classroom to learn from teachers in person.

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The irony is rich. Today’s press event. At a restaurant (that’s closed).

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I'm proud to announce this morning that @Comic_Con will stay in San Diego through 2018. #SDCC

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4 years

I’ve signed a new executive order authorizing dining in restaurants in @CityofSanDiego consistent with regional public health orders and safety protocols. Both restaurants and in-store shopping are economic sectors that can NOW SAFELY REOPEN. Eat, drink and be classy San Diego!

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3 years

My statement on Gavin Newsom’s press conference.

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Kevin Faulconer

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San Diego, it’s time. Excited to announce we‘re pursuing the creation of a NEW Sports Arena surrounded by a vibrant mixed-use hub! After much public input and review, we’re bringing on the internationally-acclaimed team that did @LALIVE , London’s @TheO2 and more to get it done.

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San Diego picks team with worldwide experience creating entertainment districts for arena project

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San Diego was built on welcoming inventors, dreamers and those with an eye for the future. A few weeks ago I met with @Apple and invited them to grow in San Diego. We’re delighted they accepted our invitation—and will increase local jobs by an additional 20%. Welcome, Apple!

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Do you hear that? It's the sound of San Diegans honking and cheering to say THANK YOU to our medical professionals. San Diego, let's show our love for our nurses, doctors and health care workers! SD ❤️ MDs #SanDiegoStepsUp #WorldHealthDay

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Kevin Faulconer

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3 years

Big congrats to Governor-elect @GlennYoungkin in Virginia! This win shows good, common-sense Republicans can win across our country—even in blue states—when we focus not on divisive national politics but instead listen to voters and provide solutions tailored to our communities.

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San Diego remains 100% committed to leading on environmental protection. Cities will lead the way. #ParisAgreement

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3 years

Let me be clear: I do not support mask mandates in schools. #RecallDebate #RecallGavinNewsom

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4 years

Given the state’s new shutdown order has an immediate impact on local businesses, I’ll be signing an emergency Executive Order that will waive regulatory requirements and help restaurants expand their service outdoors, increasing physical distance between employees and customers.

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Mayor Faulconer to sign executive order to allow restaurants to expand service outdoors

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Signed, sealed, delivered! The @CityofSanDiego 's sale of the Mission Valley stadium site to @SDSU is nearly complete! One of the biggest parking lots on the West Coast will soon be transformed into a world-class university campus full of parks, a stadium and housing #GoAztecs

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My daughter Lauren is really excited for me to give you this tomorrow, @taylorswift13 . #1989TourSanDiego http://t.co/IhCSu2TLgy

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Just saw a proposal to take President Lincoln's name off a California school. He won the Civil War against the Confederacy, helped end slavery and kept our country together. We need more Lincolns, not fewer.

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SF may erase presidents’ names from schools: Washington, Jefferson, Lincoln and FDR could all go

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If this is success what does failure look like?

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Newsom rejects claims his homelessness plan isn't working

PARAMOUNT, Calif. (AP) — Gov. Gavin Newsom on Wednesday rejected claims by the sheriff of California’s most populous county that record spending on homelessness initiatives isn’t putting a dent in...

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John Lewis was no stranger to San Diego. You could often spot him at Comic-Con, and he was here last year to see the USNS John Lewis, a naval ship named in his honor. He dedicated his life to civil rights, from marching with MLK to serving in Congress. America has lost a legend.

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When I said we’re going to transform San Diego into a #YIMBY city, I meant it. It’s time to stop the sprawl, reduce commute times, and build homes near our transit and job centers. Let’s go.

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After decades of suburban sprawl, San Diego eyes big shift to dense development

San Diego Mayor Kevin Faulconer thinks his city has said “no” to housing for too long.

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I’m running for governor to fulfill California’s promise. To be a voice for Californians suffering because Gavin Newsom can’t do the basics. And to get people safely back to work, back to school and back to being proud of our state.

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Kevin Faulconer: I want to recall and replace Gov. Gavin Newsom so California has a governor who...

I’m running for governor because it’s time for a California comeback. Our state, so full of promise, has become the land of broken promises. And the promise-breaker-in-chief is Gov. Gavin Newsom.

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Vaccinated individuals don't need to wear masks, medical experts have made that clear. We need to be reopening our state, not re-imposing unnecessary restrictions. If Gavin Newsom had any common sense, he'd step up and oppose this, that's what I'll do as Governor.

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"The state's existing Face Covering Guidance remains in place. If there are future changes to statewide guidance, those changes will be announced publicly," @CAPublicHealth says in a statement urging Californians to get vaccinated.

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For small shops affected by California’s second shutdown, closing doors again could mean closing them forever. I just signed an Executive Order eliminating local restrictions on gyms, barbers, salons and places of worship operating outside—where there’s a lower risk.

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Gavin Newsom won’t listen to our struggles, so he will have to deal with our signatures, all 1.5 million of them. A recall is on the verge of happening, and better days are coming.

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Recall Newsom effort collects more than 1.5M signatures

SACRAMENTO, Calif. (KTXL) — Those behind the effort to recall Gov. Gavin Newsom say they have collected the number of signatures needed to get a special election on the ballot. Randy Economy, a sen…

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Good morning! It’s official, Gavin Newsom will be facing a recall. I’m excited to lead this movement for safe streets, lower taxes, and open schools. Together, we will begin the California Comeback! #RecallGavinNewsom

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We did it! The last time the @Padres won a playoff series @tatis_jr wasn’t even born yet. These ain’t your padre’s @Padres ! Can’t wait to see what happens next!

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Gravity has nothing on you, Niño.

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California now has the worst vaccine usage rate in America. We just got leapfrogged by Alabama. Wow. We are a global leader in medicine, biotechnology and innovation. I know we can do better. Our state government must.

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Alabama has leapfrogged California, leaving the Golden State with the nation's lowest vaccine usage rate.

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Nearly 60 percent of Californians are ready to turn the page on Gavin Newsom. It’s time to recall this elitist governor.

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Californians divided on Newsom in new poll as recall efforts gain steam

A new poll released by Nexstar Media Group’s six California Television Stations along with Emerson College found Californians are split when it comes to Governor Gavin Newsom’s performance an…

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The largest property tax increase in California history. In the midst of a global pandemic. In the middle of a historic recession. After untold businesses have been shut down. Endorsed by our governor. This is a terrible idea. #NoOnProp15

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Editorial: No on Proposition 15: Vast tax hike during a deep recession is a crazy idea [Opinion]

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The CDC director herself says we can safely reopen schools right now. It’s not the science that’s keeping our kids out of the classroom. It’s politics.

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The @CDCDirector says schools can reopen even if teachers haven't all been vaccinated. "I would also say that safe reopening of schools -- that vaccination of teachers is not a prerequisite for safe reopening of schools," she says.

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I started here as a city councilmember. I leave as a mayor filled with gratitude for the opportunity to serve you. Please join me in lending Mayor @ToddGloria our support, prayers, and trust to overcome today's challenges — and keep San Diego leading well into the future.

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3 years

When businesses leave, jobs leave. When jobs leave, Californians leave. We need a governor who says that jobs are important and we want businesses to stay in California.

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Companies Are Fleeing California. Blame Bad Government.

Silicon Valley remains the world’s preeminent tech hub. But that won’t last if lawmakers there keep antagonizing businesses.

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4 years

Why can’t kids use playgrounds in California? If we can cut hair outside, move restaurants outside, do yoga outside — we can let kids play outside! I’m urging the Governor to recognize this fact and open playgrounds. I’m 100% on board with this bipartisan call for change.

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Playgrounds & family friendly outdoor activities are critical right now. That’s why 23 bi-partisan members of the Legislature joined me in asking the Governor (again) for clearer statewide guidance on how and when public park amenities can reopen for families. #LetTheKidsPlay

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The violence in our nation’s capitol is unacceptable and un-American. We must be better than this. It’s time to peacefully move forward and let Congress do its constitutional duty.

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You kept the faith, San Diego! Congrats @Padres on the first playoff win in 14 years! I don’t even know which Padre to give the Key to the City to. They’re all amazing!

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#PadresWin ! FINAL: #Padres 11, Cardinals 9

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3 years

The Supreme Court ruled that religious communities have been unfairly and unconstitutionally singled out by Gavin Newsom. The message to Newsom is clear: stop infringing on the rights of people of faith.

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Supreme Court Deals Another Blow to Embattled Newsom

The effort to recall California governor Gavin Newsom got a boost from the Supreme Court, which struck down the Democrat's ban on indoor church services.

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We tried hard to get the perfect family photo this year. I was the only one not looking at the camera but the rest of the family looks great, so we’re going with this one! Merry Christmas from the Faulconer family!

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4 years

We hear you. We hear your passion and we hear your pain. The mission of police is to facilitate and protect the ability to peacefully exercise the 1st Amendment, because we will not tolerate violence in San Diego. Please exercise our right as Americans to protest — peacefully.

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4 years

Urging the Governor to give consistent and achievable metrics for a safe reopen. Some state requirements aren’t realistic and would keep folks unemployed for many months if left in place. This isn’t about returning to normal. It’s about letting us get started with the new normal.

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4 years

Californians are resilient. We can handle anything that comes our way. But it’s not right to ask people to stay at home, make them wait months for an unemployment check, and cut off their electricity — all at the same time. It’s unsustainable.

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California Expresses Frustration as Blackouts Enter 4th Day (Published 2020)

The agency that manages the state’s electric grid says rolling blackouts are needed to balance supply and demand. But the governor said regulators were not prepared.

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3 years

I joined @ChefGruel in Huntington Beach yesterday to unveil our plan to save California’s restaurants. Watch @KTLA ’s coverage 👇

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Education should be at the top of the list, not the bottom. But it took until the second-to-last day of the year for the governor to say he intends to help schools safely reopen, and he "pledges to advance" a plan. Gov. Newsom, your homework is late — and it's incomplete.

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4 years

San Diego is READY to recover. Restaurants, hair and nail salons, and any business preparing to safely reopen can use the strategies we've created with local industry and employee groups. San Diegans have led on safe beaches. Let's lead on a safe economy.

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Proud of my girl!

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Our community has lost a true giant and leader in our region. Peter wasn’t just the owner of the Padres, he was a humanitarian who genuinely cared about the San Diego community. He was passionate about helping people — in fact he did more to help homeless San Diegans get off…

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2 years

Sacramento wants to raise your taxes — the largest tax increase in state history — for their government takeover of healthcare? From the same government that brought us billions in EDD fraud? No thanks.

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California Democrats' single-payer healthcare plan passes first hurdle

Legislators move Assembly Bill 1400 forward in a contentious Health Committee hearing.

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3 years

California is already too expensive. And yesterday, the gas tax went up yet again. This is hurting communities that struggled during the pandemic. Our middle class needs a break and that’s why I’ll deliver the largest middle class tax cut in our state history.

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The actions of @SanDiegoPD officers and @SDFD rescue teams, including Officer Jonathan Wiese's heroism, saved the lives of two young San Diegans this weekend. Thank you for your quick thinking to get these girls to safety!

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'Hang on. I'm going:' San Diego police officer recounts Sunset Cliffs rescue

Officer Jonathan Wiese has been recognized for heroic actions in the past, most notably after he arrested the suspect in the shootings at the Chabad of Poway

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4 years

What happened to George Floyd never should have happened. Not there, not anywhere. We’re taking steps to ensure it never happens here. This morning we met with community leaders and shared that @ChiefNisleit has decided to stop SDPD’s use of the carotid restraint, effective now.

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3 years

My response to Gavin Newsom's State of the State address.

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4 years

The convention center is a centerpiece of San Diego’s economy. During this pandemic, it will be a centerpiece of our fight against the coronavirus. Preparations are underway to temporarily use parts of @SDConventionCtr and all of Golden Hall to shelter homeless individuals.

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3 years

I’m announcing my plan for the largest middle-class tax cut in California history. As governor, I’ll champion this plan on day one. If California isn’t affordable, it isn't livable. We’re going to help you get a break, get ahead, and afford to stay in our great state.

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3 years

Californians of all walks of life deserve to be able to walk on the sidewalk and not be forced into the street, or into an unsafe situation, because of a homeless encampment. I did not allow tent encampments on the sidewalk as mayor and will clean them up as Governor.

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3 years

2 million Californians from all walks of life have signed the recall petition. Republicans, Democrats and Independents want new leadership. Change is coming.

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LiveNOW from FOX

3 years

Recall Newsom gains 2 million signatures... @Kevin_Faulconer responds⬇️ #Newsom

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