Question of the Bay: Election Reflections:- The outcome of the election has caused communities all around the country to find themselves on opposite sides of a partisan divide. KALW inquired on the progress that San Franciscans were making towards their goals.
The transcript
According to JANN RAMIREZ, a reporter, on this day in the city, it feels like any other day. Individuals became engrossed in their thoughts, making their way to their lunch places and returning to their shifts in a predictable manner.
I am currently in the middle of the city on Market Street, and the bulk of people are keeping their distance from me. But Charles Dynamite pauses for a moment to speak.
According to the reporter, he is currently out walking his dog, Honey, and he is wearing a button on his coat that reads “Vote for Kamala.” According to him, he is unable to comprehend the results of the election.
My anticipation was piqued by the prospect of a new president, as stated by Charles Dynamite. Someone who, as you are aware, has the power to create a new world.
RELEASED BY: At a later time, I come across Henry Pacheco, who shares my sentiments. It is an organization that serves the queer community in the Bay Area, and he is employed by that group. According to him, this election has significant repercussions for LGBTQ+ people all around the world.
HENRY PACHECO: I’m not sure if I’m looking forward to this or not, but I do believe that we have a lot of work to do moving forward.
RELEASED BY: However, Mary Mallory is considering the next time that we will have the opportunity to cast our vote.
MARY MALLORY: I am looking forward to the elections in 2026 so that we can regain control of Congress.