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Nithya Raman Advances to November Election Against Karen Bass in LA Mayoral Race

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Nithya Raman has secured her spot in the November mayoral election for Los Angeles, defeating Spencer Pratt in the primary held on June 2. Raman, a city council member, is set to challenge the incumbent mayor Karen Bass, who is also a Democrat. This election is significant as it highlights the growing concerns over homelessness and city governance in Los Angeles. As of the latest count, Raman has gained approximately 43,000 votes over Pratt, increasing her overall percentage by about five points. The upcoming election will be crucial for addressing pressing issues in the city, especially with the 2028 Olympics on the horizon.

Key Details: • Election date: November 2026 • Raman's campaign focuses on homelessness and city accountability. • California elections often take days to finalize due to mail-in voting. • Raman aims to halve the number of homeless individuals before the 2028 Olympics.

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