"As someone with Irish heritage, I have long been fascinated with the role of the pub in Irish culture and politics. As a progressive, I am interested in testing how well pub culture can feed and grow democratic mass movements. San Franciscans sure do take our politics seriously. But the lack of an overtly political establishment in the City is a void that needed to be filled."

- Outgoing supervisor/incoming bar owner Chris Daly, describing the vibe he hopes to maintain at the Buck Tavern, where everyone will know your name and whether or not you're registered to vote. [FogCityJournal]