Leftist Nithya Raman beats Democratic incumbent to become LA mayor
The Democratic socialist joins a growing number of left-wing leaders elected to office in cities across the US amid anger over affordability.
Democratic socialist Nithya Raman secured victory in Los Angeles' mayoral race, unseating incumbent Democratic Mayor Karen Bass. Raman, a first-time candidate affiliated with the Democratic Socialists of America, garnered 52% of the vote compared to Bass's 48%, according to the latest results. Raman, 45, campaigned on a platform addressing the city's infrastructure issues, such as potholes and broken streetlights, while appealing to younger voters concerned about housing affordability.
She expressed her commitment to improving Los Angeles, stating, "I love this city. I believe in its people." Raman, who had initially supported Bass's re-election, decided to run at the last minute, causing a stir among the city's Democratic establishment. The win marks another success for candidates backed by the Democratic Socialists of America, who have been instrumental in electing left-wing leaders in cities across the country and Congress.
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