SAN FRANCISCO – Speaker Nancy Pelosi’s experience as House Democratic leader has benefited San Franciscans, but some criticized her long tenure in Washington as they shared what priorities were driving her voting decisions ahead of November’s midterm elections .
“Nancy Pelosi definitely works for the people,” San Francisco resident Susan told Fox News. “She is an incredible public servant and has dedicated her life to public service.”
Joe, another San Franciscan, had other thoughts: “It sounds too political to me.”
“I’m not looking for someone to make political statements,” he continued. “I’m looking for someone to make a difference.”
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Speaker Nancy Pelosi “reminds me of a lot of traditional politicians,” Joe, a San Francisco resident, told Fox News.
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Pelosi has led House Democrats as speaker or minority leader for 20 years, prompting some lawmakers to wonder if she will step down if her party loses control of the lower house in November. The latest Fox News power rankings predict Republicans could see a 13-seat majority in the House (231 seats total), leaving Democrats with a 14-seat deficit (204 seats).
Pelosi “reminds me of a lot of traditional politicians who are good at giving speeches, but not necessarily great at making sure policy is implemented to help people,” Joe said. “So I’m going to mess with someone who might get a new take.”
Harold, a San Francisco resident, said, “Pelosi is one of those elite people who is not the best person for the Democratic Party.”
Keith agreed.
“Nancy Pelosi, I think she lies about everything,” he said. “She’s completely off in everything she talks about.”
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Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi has represented San Francisco for 35 years. Some voters still support the congresswoman, but others believe she prioritizes policy over policy.
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Despite split support for Pelosi among San Franciscans, locals largely agreed on similar voting priorities for the upcoming legislatures. The economy, keeping Republicans out of power and abortion were among the issues they shared with Fox News.
San Francisco native Chris told Fox News that the economy is what will drive him to vote.
“Rents are up, food prices are up,” he said. “I’m affected just like everyone else.”
Some San Francisco residents said protecting democracy was their top priority.
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Katherine said fighting fascism and authoritarianism are her top voting priorities.
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“Democracy is at stake,” Susan said. “Voting rights, abortion rights, all of those rights are at stake now and we need to get out and vote.”
Katherine told Fox News: “The lack of democracy that is starting, especially within the Republican Party, needs to be pushed back along with fascism and authoritarianism.”
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John, a longtime San Francisco resident, said he’s voting to keep “right-wing lunatics and MAGA people from getting seats in the House and Senate.”
Others prioritized access to abortion.
“I think women have a right to choose,” Joe said. “I think anyone who is pro-abortion or pro-women’s rights is going to be a candidate I’m going to support.”
