Fed-up Democrats in San Francisco and Los Angeles, liberal-leaning California cities reeling from COVID-era spikes in homicides and gun violence, may punish their own party at the polls next week over its criminal justice policies.
San Francisco's progressive district attorney, Chesa Boudin, is likely to be pushed out of office in a recall vote, while voters in Los Angeles will be choosing a new mayor – with an ex-Republican as a leading candidate.Register now for FREE unlimited access to Reuters.
"It is absolutely something Democrats can and should be using to combat against the increasing narrative of their being soft on crime," said Angela Kuefler, a strategist who advises Democratic candidates on gun issues. Boudin, on the other hand, embraced a strong progressive agenda in San Francisco - and appears to be paying the price.Boudin was elected in San Francisco in 2019 after pledging a series of reforms, saying he would not try juveniles as adults, would not push for sentencing enhancements for certain crimes that can add years to prison sentences, and would not seek cash bail for any defendant.
"It is a radical ideology that has upset everyone: left, right, gay, straight, young, old, male or female," said Richie Greenberg, a local independent activist and spokesperson for the recall effort. In Los Angeles, Rick Caruso, a billionaire developer and former Republican, is battling U.S. Representative Karen Bass and a host of other liberal candidates in the mayoral election.
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