Democratic Rep. Karen Bass was extensively anticipated to leave with the race to end up being the next mayor of Los Angeles. The progressive previous chairman of the Congressional Black Caucus has recommendations from federal government unions, Democratic activists and Speaker Nancy Pelosi. Then along came Rick Caruso–a one-time Republican politician, popular city real-estate designer and benefactor– and Ms. Bass is no longer a particular bet.
The race now is a clash of visions: the progressive ideologue vs. the liberal pragmatist. If no prospect wins a bulk of votes in Tuesday’s nonpartisan main, the leading 2 finishers will take on in November’s basic election.