Mayor Lurie doesnt want to work with new S.F. big-money group. But they want to work with him.

Mayor Daniel Lurie of San Francisco faces significant pressure from affluent political donors after his election, particularly from the newly formed "Blueprint for a Better San Francisco. " This group arose from the merger of TogetherSF and Neighbors for a Better San Francisco, both of which previously backed Lurie's campaign. Lurie has shown reluctance to work with Neighbors executive director Jay Cheng due to ethical controversies surrounding Cheng, including a $54,000 fine linked to a failed recall campaign against District Attorney Chesa Boudin. Despite these issues, some citizens drawn to Blueprint's mission attended its launch, seeking common-sense solutions for the city. The city’s wealthiest donors now find themselves with limited collaboration options, as they weigh the implications of supporting a group led by someone Lurie wants to avoid.

The dynamics of this political landscape could reshape donor strategies in San Francisco. This situation reflects broader tensions between wealthy donors and elected officials. How Lurie navigates this challenge will have lasting implications for the city’s political climate.