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Nithya Raman Wins Los Angeles Mayoral Race
Nithya Raman’s Democratic Socialist victory in Los Angeles mayoral race boosts US left.
In brief
Nithya Raman’s Democratic Socialist victory in Los Angeles mayoral race boosts US left. Nithya Raman, a Democratic Socialist, won Los Angeles mayor election, signaling growing influence of democratic socialism in US politics. Originally reported by Scroll.
Nithya Raman’s Mayoral Victory
Nithya Raman won the Los Angeles mayoral election on November 3.
Democratic Socialist Wave
Raman’s win extends democratic socialist momentum after zohran mamdani’s new york mayoral victory last year.
Raman’s Background
Raman, an india-born democratic socialist councilmember, defeated incumbent karen bass in the election.
Democratic Socialists of America
The organisation claims over 50 midterm victories, proving socialism can win in the us.
Raman’s Campaign Focus
Raman centred her campaign on housing and city services with the slogan 'a city that works'.
Internal Debate on Palestine
DSA faced internal debate over raman’s stance on palestine and the boycott divestment sanctions movement.
Raman’s Position on Palestine
Raman stated she believes israel is committing genocide in gaza and supports protest and legislation.
DSA Endorses Raman
DSA voted 14-13 to continue endorsing raman after internal debate on palestine.
Raman’s Election Impact
Raman’s win is a major boost for democratic socialists ahead of 2028 presidential elections.
What it means
Nithya Raman, a Democratic Socialist, won Los Angeles mayor election, signaling growing influence of democratic socialism in US politics.
