Tag: Los Angeles Mayoral Debate

Rick Caruso and Karen Bass Face Off During First One-on-One Debate

Los Angeles can be described in one word: “crisis,” according to Los Angeles mayoral contenders U.S. Congresswoman Karen Bass and real-estate developer Rick Caruso. The two candidates faced off Sept. 21 during their first televised debate ahead of the Nov. 8 election at the Skirball Cultural Center. Homelessness Homelessness was discussed at length during the…


Los Angeles Mayoral Candidates Debate Environmental Issues

LOS ANGELES—Environmental issues are on the forefront of some Los Angeles voters’ minds, according to a coalition of climate activists in the city. A few mayoral candidates discussed issues brought forth by the Los Angeles League of Conservation Voters April 21. While a few frontrunners were missing from the debate—specifically Rick Caruso—Karen Bass (D-Calif.), LA…


LA Mayoral Candidates Push ‘Environmental Justice’ During Debate

LOS ANGELES—Environmental issues are on the forefront of some Los Angeles voters’ minds, according to a coalition of climate activists in the city. A few mayoral candidates discussed issues brought forth by the Los Angeles League of Conservation Voters April 21. While a few frontrunners were missing from the debate—specifically Rick Caruso—Karen Bass (D-Calif.), LA…


Rising Crime: LA Mayoral Candidates Discuss Homelessness, Public Safety

LOS ANGELES, Calif.—Los Angeles mayoral candidates Rep. Karen Bass (D-Calif.) and City Attorney Mike Feuer said they would not support the recall of LA District Attorney George Gascón, while LA Councilmember Joe Buscaino and businessman Mel Gibson said they would support the recall effort, during a United Chambers of Commerce LA luncheon on March 21….


Los Angeles Mayoral Candidates Discuss Housing, Port at San Pedro Debate

SAN PEDRO, Calif.—A handful of the top Los Angeles mayoral candidates gathered for another round of debate and discussion on Feb. 27 at the Warner Grand Theatre in San Pedro, California. The forum, hosted by Shannon Ross, of the San Pedro Democratic Club, began at noon and included candidates for the Los Angeles County Sheriff and…