Panel: Inside the San Francisco Ballot

Wednesday, 9/16/2026
6:00 - 7:30

Suitable for:

Adults

Hear from trusted local and statewide journalists who can help you decipher your San Francisco ballot. This program features presentations by the San Francisco Public Press, KALW, and CalMatters followed by small‑group discussions. With 49 days until Election Day, this is an opportunity to use community conversations and public‑interest reporting to dig in and learn more about the issues that matter to you.

San Francisco Pubic Press is a nonpartisan nonprofit newsroom delivering local readers and listeners vital investigative reporting and data-driven stories to enrich civic life and promote public accountability. sfpublicpress.org

KALW Public Media seeks to be the spark that ignites conversation, nurtures new voices, challenges conventions, and empowers communities to strive for and celebrate a better world. kalw.org

CalMatters is a nonpartisan and nonprofit news organization bringing Californians stories that probe, explain and explore solutions to quality of life issues while holding our leaders accountable. calmatters.org

Politics & Current Affairs

Get informed about local and national civic issues.

This program is sponsored by Friends of the San Francisco Public Library.

Attending Programs

All programs are drop-in (no registration necessary) unless otherwise noted. All SFPL locations are wheelchair accessible. For accommodations (such as ASL), call (415) 557-4557 or contact accessibility@sfpl.org. Requesting at least 3 business days in advance will help ensure availability.

This program will be conducted in English unless otherwise noted.

Notice: This event may be filmed or photographed. By participating in this event, you consent to have your likeness used for the Library’s archival purposes and promotional materials. If you do not want to be photographed, please inform a staff person or the photographer. A sticker will be provided to help identify you so that we can avoid capturing your image.

Public Notice and Disclaimer

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The views and opinions expressed in programs presented by groups unaffiliated with SFPL do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of SFPL or the City.