Bass vs Raman on Climate and Change | California News

0:00So, the race for LA mayor is heating up, and the candidates, Karen Bass and Niffia Raman, were out there as they knight at a forum in South LA. The main topic, climate change, and how the city is handling emergencies. They both laid out their plans, touching on recent disasters like the Palisades Fire, and the warehouse fire, which really put the city's response, system to the test. Both candidates are trying to show their serious about environmental issues. Bass mentioned that the city is already making changes, like bringing in a new fire chief, and stressed the need to be proactive. Raman echoed that sentiment, saying, LA needs to step back up and lead on climate action, focusing on better preparation and making sure emergency. Resources can actually get to neighborhoods when they're needed most. Meanwhile, Raman also had to address getting an endorsement from the Democratic Socialists of America. She explained that they're part of her broader progressive coalition, acknowledging that not everyone in that group will always see eye to eye.

1:01It's a balancing act. Trying to keep different factions happy while running for the city's top job. With the runoff election coming up on November 3rd, both Bass and Raman are also eyeing the voters who backspenser Pratt in the primary. Pratt came in third, so his supporters could be a key group into siding the winner. Bass plans to run on her record, while Raman believes those voters are frustrated with the current state of LA and are looking for real change. Raman is actively inviting those Pratt voters to join her campaign for that change. As of now, no further debates have been announced, so expect both candidates to keep pushing their messages hard in the coming weeks. You've been listening to California News today, AI-powered local news.