The San Francisco Unified School Board of Education has several candidates vying for a position. Mission Local asked the candidates about their position on the 2022 recall of three school board members.

Candidate Responses

Virginia Cheung stated that she generally does not support recalls, but also believes in voters’ democratic right to hold elected officials accountable. Alida Fisher was against the recall, citing concerns about the cost and the potential distraction from reopening schools during the pandemic. Ryan Hazelton believes recalls should be reserved for serious crimes or corruption, but acknowledged the 2020-21 school board was dysfunctional. Phil Kim, the current school board president, noted that the board has made significant progress since the recall, including improving fiscal stability and introducing new programs.

The candidates’ responses highlight the complexities of the recall and the ongoing challenges facing the San Francisco Unified School Board. As the election approaches, voters will have to consider the candidates’ positions on key issues, including the recall and the future of the school district.

Original reporting: Mission Local — read the source article.