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Source: Fox News
Summary
Magic Johnson endorsed Karen Bass for Los Angeles mayoral race, citing their 30-year friendship and her work on homelessness and homicide rates. Bass posted a video of the endorsement on social media. Jeanie Buss, Lakers boss, previously appeared to back Spencer Pratt in the race. Johnson did not mention Bass’ handling of the 2025 wildfires, a sticking point that has allowed Pratt to gain support.
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The game followed a familiar script.
Johnson’s endorsement came after a public spat between Bass and Pratt. Bass’ handling of the wildfires didn’t get a mention, but it’s a point of contention. Meanwhile, Buss’ support for Pratt was a bold move.
Johnson’s 30-year friendship with Bass is a big deal, but so is Bass’ actual record on homelessness and homicide rates. You can’t ignore the elephant in the room, but sometimes people do.
This one felt recognizable early, with Bass and Pratt trading jabs and Buss inserting herself into the mix. Johnson’s endorsement is a big deal, but it’s not going to change the narrative around Bass’ handling of the wildfires.
Original observation: The mayoral race is starting to feel like a Lakers game – a lot of drama, some questionable decisions, and a whole lot of excuses.
Author: Evan Null
