Unlike Democrat-run cities, San Diego stands out from the pack with Republican Mayor Kevin Faulconer at the helm.
A former San Diego City Council member, he was elected in 2014 after Bob Filner resigned in disgrace eight months into the job. In 2016, Faulconer won a full term to office.
The city’s 36th mayor has prioritized fiscal conservatism throughout his tenure—a focus that’s won him immense praise in deep-blue California.
Now term-limited, Faulconer is leaving his post in January and a new mayor, Democrat Todd Gloria, will succeed him.
The mayor spoke to Town Hall about his accomplishments, his balanced approach to COVID management, and how to challenge Democrat dominance in California.
Continue reading at Town Hall.
Watch/listen the full extended interview at YouTube: