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Poll Shows 48% of LA Voters Favor Democratic Socialist Mayor

3/31/2026

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A Loyola Marymount University poll shows 48% of Los Angeles voters favor a democratic socialist for mayor, with progressive councilmember Nithya Raman leading at 32.5% and Karen Bass at 17%.
The poll educated voters about candidates before asking for support, a methodology drawing skepticism about accuracy.
Critics note 370-voter sample and question the clarity of terms like 'Democratic Socialist'.
Experts still describe a leftward shift in Los Angeles voter sentiment.

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Story summary

A Loyola Marymount University poll shows 48% of Los Angeles voters favor a democratic socialist for mayor, with progressive councilmember Nithya Raman leading at 32.5% and Karen Bass at 17%.
The poll educated voters about candidates before asking for support, a methodology drawing skepticism about accuracy.
Critics note 370-voter sample and question the clarity of terms like 'Democratic Socialist'.
Experts still describe a leftward shift in Los Angeles voter sentiment.