Scott Shafer

KQED Contributor

Scott Shafer is a senior editor with the KQED Politics and Government desk. He is co-host of Political Breakdown, the award-winning radio show and podcast with a personal take on the world of politics. Scott came to KQED in 1998 to host the statewide California Report. Prior to that he had extended stints in politics and government. He uses that inside experience at KQED in his, reporting, hosting and analysis for the politics desk. Scott collaborated Political Breakdown and on The Political Mind of Jerry Brown, an eight-part series about the life and extraordinary political career of the former governor. For fun, he plays water polo with the San Francisco Tsunami.

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By Scott Shafer

Two Democrats Competing to Replace Pelosi, Live Onstage

Oct 3

Key Moments from the Wiener-Chan Debate

Oct 2

Go Big

Sep 30

We Need a Wrecking Ball

Sep 23

Newsom’s 2028 Pledge, a Toss-Up House Race and Prop. 45 Loses Ground

Sep 18

Pelosi's Shadow Hangs Over The Race to Replace Her

Sep 11

As the Dust Settles on California’s Primary, November Battles Take Shape

Jun 12

Two Democratic Challengers Make the Case for Change

Jun 11

Is California's Election System 'Crooked'? An Election Integrity Expert Weighs In

Jun 9

Daniel Lurie’s Endorsements Are Dominating San Francisco’s Early Returns

Jun 5

California’s Slow Count and What the Results Mean So Far

Jun 4

Becerra Defies Doubters, Surges in California Governor’s Race