The 21st Century has begun as an era of uncertainty, with a heightened focus on security and public safety.

Livable neighborhoods with a vibrant street life will stimulate our economic life as well.

As Mayor, I will lead city government, businesses, and community groups to support innovative projects that will make San Francisco streets and public places vibrant and healthy

Street and park trees provide tremendous benefits to cities.

An arts education helps build academic skills and increase academic performance, while also providing alternative opportunities to reward the skills of children who learn differently.

San Franciscans know we live in the most beautiful city in the world, a jewel on the edge of the Golden Gate

This president Barack Obama has done more for the LGBT community than any president in history. It's just an objective fact. And his legacy is secure in terms of the advancement of the rights of the LGBT community, from 'Don't Ask', 'Don't Tell' to his support for overturning the Defense of Marriage Act, and of course marriage equality, work on HIV and AIDS, and other things.