Results tagged “protests” from Bay Voices

Valencia Street activists who fought the retail giant American Apparel said they sent a strong message to other formula retail stores and the rest of corporate America: Stay away. But other say support for the drive was not very widespread and didn't reach beyond Valencia Street. This shows, says one community leader, that the Mission District is segregated. Sebastian Chatham reports from the Mission District.
Protesters covered in fake $100 bills tried to "buy" votes in a demonstration meant to highlight the political influence that landlords and real estate agents in local government. Daisy Miao reports from San Francisco.

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