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The Political Scene | The New Yorker cover image

How the Blazes in L.A. Got Swept Into the Culture War

The Political Scene | The New Yorker

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Scrutiny and Discontent: The Leadership Crisis in Los Angeles

This chapter explores the criticism directed at Mayor Karen Bass due to her international travels amid local wildfires, reflecting residents' dissatisfaction with liberal leadership on issues like crime and homelessness. The discussion reveals a broader frustration with civic governance in California, particularly post-pandemic.

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