Overview of the Mayoral Candidates
The ballot for the upcoming Los Angeles mayoral election has been finalized, revealing a diverse field of candidates as the city prepares for what promises to be an intense race. This article outlines the prominent candidates who have announced their intentions to run, along with a brief overview of their backgrounds and policy focuses.
Key Candidates
Karen Bass
Elected as Los Angeles’ first female mayor in 2022, Karen Bass has a long history of public service. She focuses on issues like homelessness and public safety, although her administration has faced criticism regarding the city’s response to recent crises, including wildfires.
Rae Huang
A community organizer and minister, Rae Huang is actively involved in fighting tenant displacement as the deputy director of Housing Now California. She represents the Democratic Socialists of America and challenges Bass from the left, promoting a more progressive platform.
Adam Miller
Co-founder of a nonprofit aimed at combating homelessness, Adam Miller has made his mark in the tech industry as a software developer. His experience in affordable housing projects positions him as a candidate focused on practical solutions to the housing crisis.
Spencer Pratt
A reality TV personality and Republican, Spencer Pratt has garnered attention and support from conservative figures. He emphasizes the need for improved management of the city’s resources, particularly in the wake of disasters that have personally affected him.
Nithya Raman
A council member since 2020, Nithya Raman gained support from progressive organizations such as the Democratic Socialists of America. She advocates for increased housing production and social reforms and aims to reclaim her position in the mayoral race.
Other Candidates
Aside from the leading candidates, a number of others have declared their intention to run for mayor, including:
- Misael Ortega
- Cassandra Faye Floyd
- Tish Hyman
- Adam Jeffrey Carmichael
- Juanita Lopez
- Stevie Maceo Milan
- Asaad Alnajjar
- Griselda Diaz
- Keeldar Shawn Hamilton
- Alyxandria-Jamil Carter
- Nick Harron
- Joseph Garcia
- Robert “Goody” Goodman
- Vincent Wali
- Franziska Von Fischer
- Andrew K. Kim
- Nelson Cheng
- Andrej A. Selivra
- Bryant Acosta
- Suzy Kim
- Jeanne Moller Fontana
- Preston James Miller
- Ernesto G. Castelli
- Carmenlina Minasova
- Jerry R. Tyler
- Katya Forsyth
- Erik Daniel Garcia
- Alyssa Ball
- Laura Garza
- Victor F. Montes
- Douglas Nichols
- Debra “Jerri” Duggan
- Benji Guerrero
- Eoin Richard Connolly
- John Logsdon
The municipal election landscape is shaping up to be a dynamic contest with a range of ideas and priorities as candidates vie for the opportunity to lead Los Angeles in the coming years.
