Karen Bass: The Recast Power List

Karen Bass: The Recast Power List

[ad_1] Few jobs in government are as unforgiving as being mayor of Los Angeles. Leading America’s second-largest city is a gig that has for decades derailed promising political careers. An ever-growing, seemingly intractable homelessness crisis has only made the job more difficult. But don’t tell that to Karen Bass. The longtime congresswoman and vice presidential … Read more

The best coaches are thieves, stealing ideas from others to stay at the top of their game | Karen Carney

The best coaches are thieves, stealing ideas from others to stay at the top of their game | Karen Carney

[ad_1] The ball was sent long, launched off the right boot in the hope of getting his team up the other end to put pressure on the opposition defenders. Possession was lost, though, and the visitors took control, quickly regained the territory and nearly scored on the counter. The fan next to me bemoaned this … Read more

Karen Bass’ mission: Get 17,000 people off the streets of Los Angeles in a year

Karen Bass’ mission: Get 17,000 people off the streets of Los Angeles in a year

[ad_1] Local leaders have for years struggled to control skyrocketing rents and a shrinking affordable housing market that’s priced countless Angelenos out of their homes, leaving the county short 500,000 affordable units. They readily admit they don’t have enough city staff, social workers or funding to create a safety net for residents struggling with severe … Read more