Karen Bass
Incumbent mayor of Los Angeles with a long political career.
Notable Quotes
"She [Raman] is a perfect example of how elected officials should be, starting from the grassroots, motivated because of a very specific problem."View Story →
"At this time, there is no specific or credible threat to Los Angeles."View Story →
"The sickening reality is that what Dolores, Ana, and Debra endured is not isolated, nor is it of the past."View Story →
"It was because of people like Cesar Chavez and Martin Luther King and other leaders that I made a commitment as a child that I wanted to spend my life fighting for justice."View Story →
"I understand why residents are frustrated. They deserve transparency, clear communication, and meaningful support."View Story →
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