Karen Bass knows he's right as well but she doesn't care about fixing L.A. Her only concern is ensuring the graft pipeline flows to her connections (where it will flow back to her).
She won't debate Pratt because she knows she'll lose handily and be made a fool of, as she should be. And yet, the race will be close. There's a lot of powerful people with a vested financial interest in seeing her win. Their incomes depend on it.
This is pretty much California politics as a whole.
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Anarcho-tyranny
Which is a political theory that describes a government that oppresses law-abiding citizens while failing to effectively control criminal behavior. It highlights a situation where the state enforces laws selectively, creating a climate of fear and disorder.
A few characteristics of Anarcho-tyranny...
Oppressive Government Actions
The state enforces laws that target innocent individuals. Law-abiding citizens face excessive regulations and scrutiny.
Government actions often prioritize control over public safety.
Ineffective Crime Control
Criminals operate with little fear of consequences.
Law enforcement is often unable or unwilling to address serious crimes