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LA mayor race: Raman says Bass' decision to pause safety project could be politically motivated
Summary by The Los Angeles Editorial Desk Josh Haskell , as published by ABC7 Los Angeles (KABC)
· August 19, 2026
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Key points A candidate for mayor, Raman, has made a comment about an opponent's decision. Campaign season is heating up with the general election less than three months away.
Campaign season is heating up with the general election less than three months away. Early voting is set to start in six weeks. The race for mayor and California governor is gaining attention.
A candidate for mayor, Raman, has made a comment about an opponent's decision. Raman suggests that Bass' choice to pause a safety project could be motivated by politics.
Further details about the mayoral race and the candidates' positions are available from the source. The general election and early voting timeline have been outlined, but additional information about the campaigns and issues is needed for a fuller understanding.
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Category: government Published: August 19, 2026 Source: ABC7 Los Angeles (KABC) Reading time: 1 min
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