Rep. Karen Bass opens her campaign to be LA mayor — but one prominent backer is missing
LOS ANGELES — On a hot day at Los Angeles Trade-Technical College, it was a festive atmosphere for Rep. Karen Bass’ kickoff mayoral campaign event.
A live band serenaded voters Saturday as friends, allies and family of Bass spoke about the California congresswoman’s experience working as a community organizer and elected official.
One notable absence, though, was felt. Councilman Mark Ridley-Thomas wasn’t mentioned by any of the speakers and his name
