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Q: Which corporations are getting millions in city tax breaks…and returning the favor with $100-a-plate fundraisers for the same politicians who pushed through those tax breaks?

Q: Which SF mayor unexpectedly rose to power thanks to behind-the-scenes machinations by Rose Pak, Willie Brown, and Gavin Newsom?

If you’re a loyal Bay Citizen reader, you’ll know the answers. That’s because The Bay Citizen was the only news source to reveal the real story behind these stories. We made the calls and pounded the pavement so that you could know the truth.

But our non-profit, no-holds-barred, member-supported journalism is only possible with your help. Salaries, cameras, and laptops—it costs money to shine a spotlight on corrupt corporations and unscrupulous politicians.

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Plus, we’ll sweeten the deal. Make your membership gift today and we’ll include a free ticket to our Science of Voting event on Thursday, October 20 at California Academy of Sciences NightLife. With beverages in hand, we’ll delve into the history and science behind elections and have a lively discussion about the pros and cons of ranked choice voting.

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