# 3 takeaways from Bass and Raman mayoral debate

Karen Bass and Nithya Raman debated on homelessness, public safety, and the 2028 Olympics. Bass cited 'Inside Safe' as key to reducing encampments. Homelessness rose 3.4% in LA last year, despite prior declines.

https://laist.com/news/politics/3-takeaways-from-bass-and-ramans-live-televised-mayoral-debate

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