Actresses Yvette Nicole Brown and Kym Whitley defend Mayor Bass, claiming the criticism she faces is rooted in racism rather than her handling of the fire department’s budget.
Los Angeles: So, there’s been a lot of chatter about Mayor Karen Bass lately. Two actresses, Yvette Nicole Brown and Kym Whitley, are stepping up to defend her. They think the backlash she’s getting is more about her race than her decisions regarding the fire department.
Yvette, who’s been in LA for almost 30 years, says she’s never seen a mayor get this much heat for wildfires before. She’s questioning why Bass is being singled out when fires happen every year. It feels unfair to her.
Brown pointed out that Bass isn’t responsible for every city in California, especially when people are upset about fires in places like Malibu. She’s not the mayor there, so what can she do?
Kym Whitley, who had to evacuate her home because of the fires, echoed these sentiments. She believes Bass is genuinely heartbroken over the destruction in LA and is doing her best to manage the situation.
Whitley urged people to support Bass instead of blaming her. She mentioned that Bass is focused on the city’s needs and is working hard to get help, including international support from firefighters.
Recently, firefighters from Mexico arrived to assist with the blazes, which was a welcome sight for many. However, Bass faced criticism for not accepting help from New York’s fire department, although her office later denied any snub.
The situation escalated after the Palisades Fire broke out while Bass was in West Africa for a presidential inauguration. Critics have pointed fingers at her for budget cuts to the fire department, which came after she negotiated hefty pay raises for city workers.
Celebrities like Khloe Kardashian and Zachary Levi have also weighed in, criticizing Bass’s leadership during this crisis. It’s a tough time for the mayor, and the pressure is on as the fires continue to wreak havoc in the area.
