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Nithya Raman Enters Los Angeles Mayoral Race

Los⁢ Angeles City ⁢Councilmember Nithya Raman officially announced her candidacy for Mayor of Los Angeles ‍on Saturday, February 7, 2026.Raman, representing the cityS 4th District since 2020, is campaigning on ⁤a platform of accountability, proactive ‍problem-solving, and increased ‍affordability for Los Angeles residents.

A Focus ⁤on City Challenges

Raman’s announcement speech⁣ highlighted what she described as a “breaking point” for Los Angeles. She pointed to the escalating cost of housing, a⁢ strained and reactive homelessness response system, and concerns about ‍public ⁣safety as key issues facing the city. ⁤ She ⁢argued that residents are being asked to accept diminished services while facing increased costs, a⁢ situation she⁤ deems unsustainable.

“Los Angeles is at a breaking point, and people feel it in the ⁢most basic ways,” Raman stated. “Housing costs are forcing⁢ families out of the city, a homelessness system that ⁢lacks clear ownership and accountability is leaving⁤ people stuck in crisis while the city cycles ⁤from emergency to emergency. too many⁤ people don’t feel safe walking down their own blocks at night, even as crime comes down because broken street lights stay broken and the city can’t seem ⁣to manage the basics.”

Key Policy Proposals

raman’s campaign centers on a commitment to demanding ⁣accountability ⁣from all city departments, proactively preparing for emergencies, and prioritizing both the creation of more housing and its affordability.She believes ⁢a shift in leadership is necessary‍ to address these challenges effectively.

“We’re asking residents to accept less ⁤while ⁢paying more and calling that normal;⁣ it isn’t,” she asserted.”This is a city ⁤of remarkable possibility, but possibility only matters if our leadership is accountable for delivering it. I’m ready to lead this city with the seriousness, accountability, urgency, and ambition that this moment demands.”

A Crowded Field

Raman ⁣joins a growing field of candidates ‍vying for the mayoral seat.Incumbent Mayor‍ Karen Bass is seeking re-election, and other contenders include reality television personality Spencer Pratt and coalition senior organizer Rae Chen Huang.⁤ As of February 7,2026,a total of 21 candidates are running in the⁤ nonpartisan primary election,scheduled for June 2nd.

About Nithya ⁢Raman and District 4

Nithya Raman was first elected to