Mayor Bass Abandons LA Amid Deadly Wildfires Crisis
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Posted 15 hours ago
**Negligence**
As wildfires ravaged Los Angeles, a furious community reacted to the alarming negligence of Mayor Karen Bass, who was thousands of miles away attending a political event in Africa.
While the flames surged through neighborhoods, turning homes to ashes and forcing thousands to evacuate, Bass chose to participate in the inauguration of Ghana’s President John Dramani Mahama.
Discontent echoed across social media platforms as residents expressed their outrage. One post summed up the sentiment: “You’re a disgrace & embarrassment to our country.”
As of today, the death toll has risen, and over 1,000 structures have been destroyed, yet Bass remained largely absent from the escalating crisis unfolding in her city.
Rick Caruso, the billionaire developer and former mayoral candidate who lost to Bass in 2022, openly criticized her leadership failure during this dire situation. He emphasized the need for accountability, stating, “It’s all about leadership management, that we’re seeing a failure of, and all these residents are paying the ultimate price for that.”
This view resonates with many as reports revealed a shocking shortage of water from fire hydrants when firefighters needed it most. The lack of preparedness and resources has drawn sharp criticism, with fires exacerbated by budget cuts to emergency services under Bass’s watch.
In fact, Bass's administration slashed the fire department's budget by $17.6 million, displaying negligence towards essential city services. While California endured the deadly wildfires, the Los Angeles Fire Department's focus shifted towards diversity initiatives instead of maximizing its resources to combat imminent threats.
This mismanagement has been seen as a serious betrayal by the very residents who elected Bass to lead and protect them. As citizens grapple with loss and devastation, many are calling for her resignation.
“RESIGN! WHY ARE YOU IN GHANA?!,” another frustrated resident posted online, capturing the sentiment of many who feel neglected during this crisis.
As the city grapples with the aftermath of the fires and the demands for accountability intensify, the path forward for Bass remains uncertain.
This crisis is not just a matter of wildfires; it underscores the need for competent leadership in the face of preventable disasters. As frustrations boil over, the question remains: when will those in positions of power prioritize their duties to their constituents over political appearances?
Sources:
zerohedge.com
nbcnews.com
nypost.com
As wildfires ravaged Los Angeles, a furious community reacted to the alarming negligence of Mayor Karen Bass, who was thousands of miles away attending a political event in Africa.
While the flames surged through neighborhoods, turning homes to ashes and forcing thousands to evacuate, Bass chose to participate in the inauguration of Ghana’s President John Dramani Mahama.
Discontent echoed across social media platforms as residents expressed their outrage. One post summed up the sentiment: “You’re a disgrace & embarrassment to our country.”
As of today, the death toll has risen, and over 1,000 structures have been destroyed, yet Bass remained largely absent from the escalating crisis unfolding in her city.
Rick Caruso, the billionaire developer and former mayoral candidate who lost to Bass in 2022, openly criticized her leadership failure during this dire situation. He emphasized the need for accountability, stating, “It’s all about leadership management, that we’re seeing a failure of, and all these residents are paying the ultimate price for that.”
This view resonates with many as reports revealed a shocking shortage of water from fire hydrants when firefighters needed it most. The lack of preparedness and resources has drawn sharp criticism, with fires exacerbated by budget cuts to emergency services under Bass’s watch.
In fact, Bass's administration slashed the fire department's budget by $17.6 million, displaying negligence towards essential city services. While California endured the deadly wildfires, the Los Angeles Fire Department's focus shifted towards diversity initiatives instead of maximizing its resources to combat imminent threats.
This mismanagement has been seen as a serious betrayal by the very residents who elected Bass to lead and protect them. As citizens grapple with loss and devastation, many are calling for her resignation.
“RESIGN! WHY ARE YOU IN GHANA?!,” another frustrated resident posted online, capturing the sentiment of many who feel neglected during this crisis.
As the city grapples with the aftermath of the fires and the demands for accountability intensify, the path forward for Bass remains uncertain.
This crisis is not just a matter of wildfires; it underscores the need for competent leadership in the face of preventable disasters. As frustrations boil over, the question remains: when will those in positions of power prioritize their duties to their constituents over political appearances?
Sources:
zerohedge.com
nbcnews.com
nypost.com
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