Karen Bass and Democrats are scared of Spencer Pratt
Spencer Pratt's candidacy for Los Angeles mayor is gaining traction, raising concerns for incumbent Karen Bass. Despite the city's Democratic lean, Pratt's poll numbers have surged from 10% to 22%, prompting Bass to respond with alarmist rhetoric. The dynamics of the race suggest that Pratt's approach to addressing city issues resonates with voters, challenging Bass's leadership.
- ▪Spencer Pratt's poll numbers have increased significantly, rising from 10% in March to 22% this month.
- ▪Karen Bass has expressed concern over Pratt's campaign, claiming it has taken on a violent turn.
- ▪Pratt's candidacy is seen as a challenge to the Democratic monopoly in major cities, alarming national Democrats.
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| Publication time | Mon, 18 May 2026 17:41:28 +0000 |
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Spencer Pratt is unlikely to win the Los Angeles mayoral race, given the partisan lean of the city. But his chances continue to rise, as evidenced by how terrified Karen Bass is of Pratt’s candidacy and how she is floundering trying to fend him off. Pratt has the undeniable momentum in the race, dominating the debate between the three candidates and rising in the polls from 10% in March to 22% this month, pushing progressive City Councilwoman Nithya Raman into third. Pratt’s momentum is leaving Bass to turn to hysterics, claiming “what’s worrying me” is that Pratt’s campaign is “now taking on a violent turn.” She said Pratt is hateful, demonizing people, provoking unstable people to jeopardize people’s safety.
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