I don't know too much about knitting, but the symbol is "plus or minus" so I'm guessing it's saying "+" is kfb for increases and "-" is k2tog for decreases, hopefully there's context in the pattern that would identify which one?

Where does it say no immigrants without housing? I only see calls for more housing to meet demand from immigration, and bringing in skilled workers to help build homes, which appears to be aligned with your views...?

'“[Donations are] coming from visitors, people in Atherton, Woodside and Portola Valley that use downtown Menlo as their main business and shopping hub,” said Kevin Cunningham, a downtown property owner and an organizer for the legal fund.'

So these ppl don't even live in Menlo Park ?!