Released on: January 17, 2008, 3:20 am

Press Release Author: Charles Gallagher

Industry: Government

Press Release Summary: Presents Detailed Vision to Reform City Hall - Refuses To
Accept Special Interest Contributions to Remain Influence Free

Press Release Body: San Diego, CA - January 15, 2008 - Businessman and entrepreneur
Steve Francis today announced his intention to become the next Mayor of San Diego.
In his announcement remarks, Francis highlighted his desire to free San Diego from
the grip of special interests and to restore fiscal integrity, ethics and
transparency in city government.

Francis, best known as co-founder and Chairman of AMN Healthcare (NYSE:AHS), opened
his address by describing important aspects of his background that shape the type of
leader he will be as Mayor.

Leading up to his announcement today, Francis met with neighborhood associations,
community groups, planning boards and citizens throughout San Diego to listen to
their concerns. "The message I received was loud and clear. San Diego wants and
needs new leadership. From these meetings, it became clear to me that faith in City
Hall has been replaced with a belief that preserving the status quo rules the day,"
said Mr. Francis.

"For too long lobbyists have controlled City Hall and the politicians have turned a
deaf ear to the voices of everyday San Diegans. I will remain free from the
influences of special interests by not accepting any political contributions from
these groups. By refusing contributions from special interests, San Diegans from
all political parties will have confidence that their voices will finally be heard
over the lobbyists.

I will bring the best ideas of all political parties forward in a united effort to
advance our agenda of change and accountability. I will be an independent Mayor,"
said Francis.

Francis put forth a detailed set of policy ideas, Steve Francis' Vision for
Reforming City Hall, that brings forth new solutions from across the country that
will be the foundation for his Administration.

"The opportunity to fight for change at City Hall belongs to each of us. I'm
prepared to lead the movement for change because together we can make San Diego
great again. Join me in this important mission. San Diego deserves no less,"
concluded Francis.


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Contact Details: For further media information please contact:

Charles Gallagher

10531 4S Commons Drive, Suite 166 - PMB 117
San Diego, California 92127-9212

Phone: 858-320-7506
Email: stevefrancisformayor@momentumws.co.uk
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