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San Francisco's Latinx newspaper since 1970

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Author Archives: Ian Firstenberg

Ian Firstenberg is a life long East Bay writer with an interest in politics, tech and sports. He’s previously written about immigration surveillance, the frustrations of national politics, BDS and the public bank movement in the City. When not writing, he’s usually riding his bike or reading in the sun.

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Lurie’s budget cuts turns its back on San Francisco’s working class

by Ian Firstenberg June 5, 2025June 5, 2025

OP-ED: Mayor Lurie’s proposed budget slashes funding for homelessness services, job programs and public works while boosting law enforcement. It’s a political shift with lasting consequences for San Francisco’s working class.

Posted inVoices

San Francisco’s police RV isn’t fighting crime. It’s waging a psychological war

by Ian Firstenberg May 15, 2025June 12, 2025
Posted inVoices

Kamala Harris and America’s incapability to grapple with ‘root cause’ of immigration

by Ian Firstenberg July 22, 2024July 23, 2024
Posted inNews

Indigenous organizer Jackie Fielder builds on grassroots support for District 9 campaign 

by Ian Firstenberg November 2, 2023November 2, 2023
Posted inVoices

The BDS movement is the most effective way to combat Israel’s colonialism

by Ian Firstenberg July 2, 2020January 17, 2025
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