Hundreds gather to protest San Francisco Mayor Daniel Lurie's proposed budget cuts

Around 1,500 protesters rallied outside San Francisco City Hall to oppose Mayor Daniel Lurie's budget proposal, which threatens job and service cuts. Judy Sorro, an attendee, expressed her anger over the potential elimination of her position, emphasizing the need to channel her frustration constructively. The mayor's budget aims to address an $800 million deficit while safeguarding funding for public safety and homelessness services. Critics, such as Jennifer Esteen, argue that the wealthy and corporations should bear more tax burdens to address the city's financial challenges. Many protesters voiced their concerns during the public comment section of the budget committee meeting, seeking to influence the decision-making process.

Supervisor Matt Dorsey acknowledged the inevitability of difficult choices, predicting that most of the budget proposal would pass with only minor amendments. The Board of Supervisors has a deadline of July 31 to finalize the budget, heightening the urgency of the situation. The ongoing protests reflect broader frustrations with financial inequities in the city and the impact of budget cuts on vulnerable communities.