Karen Bass: “We have to start by accepting that there is racial bias in our police system.”

While the LAFD continues making progress, this is a major, multi-jurisdictional incident. I'm issuing an emergency declaration to ensure the City has the resources it needs as this operation continues and to keep the community safe.

I'll keep fighting for LA.

We are beginning to turn things around, but the bottom line is, I'm not finished.

I think we are dealing with the mood of an electorate that is not really sold on any elected officials right now.