'How much did you pay for it?' Bass apologizes to Latino group for comment during debate
Facing anger from the leaders of a local Latino Democratic club, Rep. Karen Bass apologized Friday for suggesting the group was paid by her rival Rick Caruso in exchange for its endorsement in the Los Angeles mayor’s race.
The group, which has roughly 800 members, bills itself as the largest Latino club in Los Angeles County. It is open to “all registered Democrats who support the Latino community and the Avance agenda,” according to Avance’s website. Caruso told reporters that he was shocked by Bass’ remarks and that Latinos have been “unheard for too long.”Both candidates found themselves on the defensive
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