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Free “SF Politics 101” Talk: Wild History + How City Hall Works (SF)

Tuesday, August 25, 2026 - 6:00 pm | Cost: FREE
SPUR Urban Center (SF) | 654 Mission St, San Francisco, CA
San Francisco

Event Details

Joel Engardio

Why are San Francisco politics so chaotic and confusing?

​Find out with SF Politics 101 by Joel Engardio. Learn what makes our city tick and unpack its million shades of democratic blue.

​Joel promises the hour will be as fun as your favorite Netflix show.

​SF Politics 101 is an entertaining look at how local politics work and the history that shaped San Francisco — brought to life with visuals and narrative storytelling. It’s designed for both newcomers and longtime residents who want to better understand the city they love.

​Program:
5:30pm — Doors open
6pm — Presentation
7pm — Q&A

Disclaimer: Please double check event information with the event organizer as events can be canceled, details can change after they are added to our calendar, and errors do occur.


Cost: FREE
Categories: *Top Pick*, Community, In Person, Lectures & Workshops, Political Activism
Address: 654 Mission St, San Francisco, CA

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