Opinion News Street BeatSTREET BEAT: ‘What important traits should the next mayor have?’ Wave Staff DonNovember 17, 202202 mins Compiled by Cynthia Gibson in South Los Angeles. Ken CarterLos Angeles“I don’t know any politicians, but from what I’ve hear and read, a lot of them aren’t very forthcoming, so I would say honesty.” Meschellia JohnsonLos Angeles“Good character and good judgment. An ear to hear what the people are saying. Culturally sensitive to the issues in our community between Black and brown.” Diana LopezLos Angeles“A better understanding of the people in the community. A sense of empathy to understand where they’re coming from even if they haven’t had the same experiences or walked the same walk.” Rosemary StevensLakewood“They should have the ability to bring all people together within the city and find out what the needs are and help them and they should make things safe.” Post navigation Previous: Black celebrities raise the focus on hate speechNext: SPOTLIGHT ON L.A.: St. Vincent Court offers European flair downtown
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