The San Jose Way: Mayor Matt Mahan Isn’t Afraid to Push Back on Newsom in Name of Good Governance

The San Jose way: Mayor Matt Mahan isn’t afraid to push back on Newsom in name of good governance

While San Francisco hogs headlines on homelessness and crime, its southern neighbor, San Jose, has been quietly making bold moves — and seeing substantial results. Frustrated by years of progressive policies, voters elected Mayor Matt Mahan, who campaigned on a…

The San Jose way: Mayor Matt Mahan isn't afraid to ruffle feathers

While San Francisco hogs headlines on homelessness and crime, its southern neighbor, San Jose, has been quietly making bold moves — and seeing substantial results. Frustrated by years of progressive policies, voters elected Mayor Matt Mahan, who campaigned on a platform of reform. Since taking office, he has streamlined regulatory processes, strengthened law enforcement, and leveraged Silicon Valley’s innovative spirit to tackle the city’s most …