San Francisco Mayor London Breed has announced her withdrawal from the upcoming mayoral debate, stating her responsibilities as mayor take precedence over participating in political events. Her campaign emphasized that she has already engaged in four debates and intends to connect directly with voters through various forums instead of facing her opponents on stage. Critics, including fellow candidates Mark Farrell and Daniel Lurie, argue that her absence reflects her inability to defend her record and vision for the city amid slipping poll numbers. Recent surveys show Breed trailing Farrell for the first time, with a significant portion of voters still undecided. Political analysts suggest that her strategic decision to skip debates may be a calculated move to avoid giving her rivals opportunities to challenge her publicly. Despite her absence, experts believe voters will notice and discuss her non-participation during the debates.