Rivals for LA mayor set to meet in forum as city struggles with homelessness, Hollywood job losses
In Los Angeles, two Democratic candidates, incumbent Karen Bass and newcomer Nithya Raman, are set to participate in a forum on Tuesday, just days before mail ballots are available. The race comes as voters consider whether to maintain support for Bass or support Raman, a Council member backed by the Democratic Socialists of America.
The competition has raised the possibility that the city could follow New York's lead, with a socialist elected mayor to transform government and empower the working class. However, Raman's first political run has lacked the celebrity allure typically associated with such campaigns. Bass, the first Black woman to hold the office, faces criticism over her handling of the Palisades Fire and the city's homeless crisis, despite her efforts to address these issues.
As the election approaches, little campaign activity has been observed, with minimal spending on advertisements and outdoor promotion.
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