But the lesson here is that things can and will change. Meaning, someday, SF can become a normal place again. It might take an earthquake and the ruination of California's economy, but it might happen. Here are some examples of total political transformation in my lifetime:
* Once the South was solidly Democratic. I expect most Democrats thought it would be forever.
* New Jersey and Vermont were once solid, and I mean, solid, Republican states. Look at them now. Couldn't elect a Republican dogcatcher.
* Remember when Los Angeles was considered a right-wing bastion? That was as recently as 1980.
* Remember when Hollywood producers used to screen their films before three men of the cloth -- one Catholic, one Christian, and one Jewish? That "quaint" (in my mind, essential) practice ended after 1970, I think.
Now for some international versions:
* The Dutch were Europe's most devout nation, and most strongly committed to evangelism, in the years immediately after WWII. Today's hedonism in the Netherlands is almost abominable.
* The average Italian family used to be 6 children, as recently as 1960. Now Italy has the lowest birthrate in Europe, 1.1 I think. And I DO consider birthrates a political issue, one created by the left.
* Swedes used to immigrate to America for religious freedom. Today, I doubt that any Swedes could spell Christian, and the only time "God" or "Jesus" are spoken it is in the context of a swear word.
I could go on for hours. But I think you get my point.
Right on all counts!! As I said, I may not live to see it, but I have faith that San Francisco will once again be the proud city she was!