In a decisive criticism of the San Francisco Board of Supervisors, Mayor London Breed voiced her disapproval of their recent resolution advocating for a ceasefire in the volatile Gaza region, as reported by The San Francisco Chronicle. The resolution, which squeaked by with an 8-3 vote, called not only for an immediate halt to hostilities but also for humanitarian aid and the release of hostages in the ongoing Israel-Hamas conflict.

Yet, the mayor took a strong stance against the measure, asserting that it does not echo the sentiment of the broader San Francisco community. Breed expressed that such a passionate issue, which saw hundreds of pro-Palestinian protestors thronging City Hall, only serves to deepen rifts and exacerbate harm. In a rare public rebuke, Breed told The Chronicle, "This one warrants an exception. What happened at the Board of Supervisors during this last month did not reflect our values."

The mayor's denunciation followed an emotional plea from Haifa Mayor Einat Kalisch-Rotem, who highlighted the "pain and confusion" caused by such political gestures through a letter to Breed. Breed hopes to clarify matters during a proposed virtual meeting with Kalisch-Rotem, to emphasize that the actions of the Board do not represent the official standpoint of the entire city, as per information published by SFist.

The supervisors who voted against the contentious resolution include Matt Dorsey, Rafael Mandelman, and Catherine Stefani – a trio that has faced criticism but also some support. Dorsey, for instance, unsuccessfully sought to broaden the resolution’s scope, advocating for a two-state solution and calling for the surrender of Hamas. The Jewish Community Relations Council commended Dorsey and like-minded colleagues for recognizing that municipal votes do not sway foreign policy yet highlighting their appreciation of amendments, such as the condemnation of Hamas’ violent tactics against Israeli citizens, mentioned by The San Francisco Chronicle.