Jane Fonda endorses Karen Bass in Los Angeles mayoral race
Jane Fonda has endorsed Karen Bass in the Los Angeles mayoral race. Bass expressed her gratitude for Fonda's support, highlighting her long history of activism. The primary election is scheduled for June 2, with Bass competing against Nithya Raman and Spencer Pratt.
- ▪Jane Fonda announced her endorsement of Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass.
- ▪Bass has also received endorsements from California Governor Gavin Newsom and actor Samuel L. Jackson.
- ▪The primary election will take place on June 2, with the top two candidates advancing to the general election.
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Oscar-winning actress and progressive activist Jane Fonda announced she’s backing Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass in the city’s mayoral race. Fonda announced her endorsement to TheWrap, to which Bass responded: “Jane Fonda has spent her life on the front lines — from civil rights to women’s rights to the fight for our climate — and I’m deeply honored to have her support.” Recommended Stories Joe Concha slams Jimmy Kimmel for criticisms against Spencer Pratt Bessent slams Newsom’s 100% tax on anti-weaponization fund: ‘No cure for stupid’ Janeese Lewis George backs safe injection sites in DC for drug use “At a time when Donald Trump is attacking our city, our immigrant neighbors, and the freedoms generations of women fought to win, Angelenos need leaders willing to stand up and speak out,”…
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