Dear John,

I’m sorry to report that—despite our best efforts—we were unable to emerge from the jungle primary and proceed to the general election. The final results from the SF Board of Elections show us finishing with 19,431 votes.

Unfortunately, that result leaves us 587 votes (out of 186,473 cast) away from the second place finish that would have placed us in the general election.

Can you join us one last time to help us wrap up our 2022 campaign? Since I don’t have a political party behind me, your support today is the key to whether we’ll be able to mount another challenge in the future.

Earlier today, I recorded a segment with Steve Grumbine for Status Coup, which will air this evening. I also shared a memorable half hour with Briahna Joy Gray on her Callin show.

In each of those appearances, I offered some reflections on our race and suggested a few opportunities for the movement going forward.

I’d be interested to read any responses to those reflections that you might be moved to share.

Thank you for supporting my voice!

Yours,
Shahid