LA Lawmaker Voting for Karen Bass Because the Alternative Is Worse

City Councilwoman Traci Park said she has 'deep concerns' about Bass's leadership but that things 'can actually get worse' for Los Angeles if Raman is elected mayor.

LA Lawmaker Voting for Karen Bass Because the Alternative Is Worse

TL;DR

  • Councilwoman Traci Park will vote for incumbent Mayor Karen Bass, deeming her the lesser of two evils.
  • Park has 'deep concerns' about Bass's leadership but fears Councilwoman Nithya Raman would be 'disastrous' for Los Angeles.
  • Park criticized Raman's policies, including past support for defunding the police and voting against hiring new officers.
  • Raman is accused of being politically performative regarding the response to the Palisades wildfires.
  • Park also noted Raman's opposition to banning encampments near schools and parks, and her stance on prosecuting misdemeanor cases.