NewsNY Post PoliticsMay 3, 2026United States
Political influencer suggests voting for Mayor Karen Bass to help Spencer Pratt's campaign
Political commentator Samantha Ettus is urging conservative voters to support incumbent Mayor Karen Bass in the upcoming Los Angeles primary election. The strategy aims to prevent democratic socialist candidate Nithya Raman from advancing to the general election, which Ettus claims would improve Spencer Pratt's chances of winning.
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The proposed voting strategy could alter the outcome of the Los Angeles mayoral primary by shifting voter support away from Spencer Pratt and toward Karen Bass, potentially impacting which two candidates advance to the November general election.
Key Facts
- California utilizes a 'jungle primary' system where the top two vote-getters advance to the general election regardless of party affiliation.
- Samantha Ettus is encouraging conservative voters to vote for Karen Bass in the primary to block Nithya Raman from reaching the top two spots.
- Ettus argues that if Karen Bass faces Nithya Raman in the general election, Bass is more likely to win than if Raman faces other candidates.
- GOP delegate Elizabeth Barcohona claims the strategy could inadvertently help Karen Bass secure over 50% of the vote, allowing her to win the election outright in the primary.
- Barcohona suggests the strategy could backfire by pulling votes away from Spencer Pratt, potentially causing him to miss the top two spots entirely.
- GOP delegates Lisa Cusack and Elizabeth Barcohona advocate for voters to support Spencer Pratt in both the primary and general elections.
Who's Mentioned
personZohran Mamdani“Mayor of New York referenced by Ettus.”personElizabeth Barcohona“California GOP delegate criticizing the proposed strategy.”personLisa Cusack“California GOP delegate advocating for direct support of Spencer Pratt.”personNithya Raman“Los Angeles City Council member and candidate for mayor.”personSpencer Pratt“Candidate for Mayor of Los Angeles.”personKaren Bass“Incumbent Mayor of Los Angeles and candidate for re-election.”personSamantha Ettus“Political influencer and author advocating for a specific voting strategy.”