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- Nithya Raman, a socialist candidate for mayor of Los Angeles, faces criticism and is labeled a "master manipulator" for evading questions about DSA-backed policies, including housing seizures.
- Her $1.9 million home contradicts DSA's stance on housing reform.
- Former ally Mayor Karen Bass opposes her candidacy as the DSA seeks new socialist leadership while concerns about Raman's impact on public safety and city policies rise ahead of the 2028 Olympics.
