Candidates scramble for last-minute votes across CA before governor and mayor primaries

Candidates crisscrossed the state, on the eve of California’s primary election, to make their final pitch to voters before they head to the polls on Tuesday. In the heated Los Angeles mayor’s race, incumbent Karen Bass spent the morning greeting hungry voters at Pann’s Restaurant before courting supporters at a cafe in San Pedro.The Democratic mayor made a final stop later in the afternoon at Harold & Belles in South LA, according to her social media, where she talked about her plans to address the city’s affordability crisis and growing concern around homelessness. “Visited Harold & Belle’s for a great meal and to connect with folks in South LA,” Bass said on X.

“We’re building a safer and more affordable city for all.” Nithya Raman, Bass’ colleague turned foe, also hit the campaign trail — pitching a message of change, while also seemingly giving a nod to challenger Spencer Pratt for recognizing the frustration among Angelenos. “You know, I think Spencer Pratt is tapping into very really frustrations, that also prompted me to get into this race,” Raman told reporters outside the El Mercadito in East Los Angeles.“I think there is a real challenge that Angelenos are facing right now, they are looking at the direction of the city and feeling like it is moving in the wrong direction.” The city councilmember said Bass has represented change in LA’s trajectory, but “we can do more.” “I want people to feel a palpable change, and to trust that every dollar is being spent with accountability,” Raman said. Meanwhile, Spencer Pratt remained largely out of the spotlight the day before the election. His campaign team told The Post that the reality TV star spent the day meeting privately with voters to discuss their concerns in a more intimate setting, while spreading his message. The crux of Pratt’s campaign has centered around the Palisades Fire — promising to expedite the building process, while also vowing to...