Political drama is brewing in San Francisco’s District 8, and Manny Yekutiel is here to stir the pot.

The owner of the beloved Valencia Street community space Manny’s has officially thrown his hat into the supervisor race, targeting Rafael Mandelman’s soon-to-be-vacant seat. With a campaign video dripping in optimism, Yekutiel is positioning himself as the savior San Francisco desperately needs.

A Political Playbook with Pizzazz

Yekutiel isn’t exactly a political novice. He’s got Obama and Hillary campaign chops, a brief stint on the SFMTA board, and a knack for generating buzz. His platform sounds like a millennial’s dream: activating storefronts, cleaning up streets, and tackling housing challenges.

The Competition Heats Up

But he’s not alone in this race. Gary McCoy, a political insider with connections to Scott Wiener and London Breed, is also eyeing the seat. Tom Temprano, a former Harvey Milk Democratic Club president, might jump in too. It’s shaping up to be a queer political showdown that could reshape District 8’s future.

The Manny Factor

What makes Yekutiel interesting isn’t just his political ambitions, but his ability to create conversation. Whether it’s his community space or his brief mayoral flirtation, he knows how to keep San Francisco talking. And in a city desperate for fresh energy, that might just be his secret weapon.