Karen Bass

(Nonpartisan, Democrat)
What The LA Voter Guide thinks Everyone is soooo mad at Mayor Bass but her power is so limited (get mad at your councilmember instead.) She's doing alright, and it won't be the end of the world if/when she's re-elected.
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Quick takeIncumbent focused on steady progress and managing a complex system
HousingWorks within the current system to expand housing gradually
HomelessnessFocus on encampment resolution + interim housing (Inside Safe)
Governing styleCollaborative, institutional, works within City Hall
VibeStability, experience, incremental progress

Nithya Raman

(Nonpartisan, Democrat)
What The LA Voter Guide thinks Big-time Mamdani policy vibes. It's the primary and Mr. Pratt is well behind, so LA Voter Guide will likely vote for her both in the primary and general election.
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Quick takeChallenger pushing for faster action and more accountability
HousingWants to speed up building and remove barriers more aggressively
HomelessnessPushes for permanent housing faster + tighter system accountability
Governing styleMore willing to challenge the system and push for change
VibeUrgency, reform, “we need to move faster”

Spencer Pratt

(Nonpartisan)
What The LA Voter Guide thinks Heard he's a funny and nice guy. But he reeks of MAGA and is pro-ICE. Also, aren't we done with reality stars as politicians? Didn't we learn our lesson?
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Quick takeCelebrity outsider leaning into disruption and name recognition
HousingLess defined, broadly critical of how housing is handled now
HomelessnessHardline tone, focused on visible cleanup and frustration with current approach
Governing styleOutsider, confrontational, not tied to traditional political process
VibeDisruption, frustration with the system, outsider energy
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A crowded field of lesser-known candidates, most still trying to turn ballot access into actual voter attention.

Adam Miller

Tech founder pitching a CEO-style reset focused on housing, accountability, and getting City Hall to work more efficiently.

Andrej Selivra

Systems engineer with unconventional ideas on housing, transit, and neighborhood fixes, including office-to-dorm conversions and volunteer micro-grants.

Andrew Kim

Lawyer focused on homelessness, crime, and affordability, with a heavy emphasis on auditing where city money is already going.

Asaad Alnajjar

Engineer running on making L.A. work more like a system: fix the basics, track the money, and add accountability where it’s missing.

Bryant Acosta

Creative Angeleno focused on affordability, housing stability, accountability, and building a cleaner, greener city.

John Logsdon

Business owner and neighborhood council veteran focused on public safety, homelessness, affordability, transportation, and city services.

Juanita Lopez

Banking professional focused on lowering taxes, cleaning up trash and litter, and improving basic city infrastructure.

Nelson Cheng

Tag-line “LASAGNA”: Los Angeles Sexy and Gorgeous in Nelson Administration.

Rae Chen Huang

Community organizer and minister focused on housing, fair wages, small businesses, safer streets, transit, and limiting surveillance.

Suzy Kim

Mental health crisis worker focused on housing, families, community support, and holding local government accountable.

Tish Hyman

Creative outsider running on making L.A. LIT again (Lead, Inspire, and Thrive) with a focus on homelessness, nightlife, safety, and fiscal discipline.