Karen Bass quotes

Karen Bass is an American politician and social worker, currently serving as the mayor of Los Angeles. Her career has included roles in both the U.S. House of Representatives and the California State Assembly, where she became the first African American woman to serve as Speaker. She is recognized for her leadership on issues like health care, criminal justice reform, and community advocacy. Here are 6 of her quotes:

Its so much easier to throw rocks than it is to govern.

Karen Bass

You know, I was a community activist, so I'm used to standing out in front of an elected official's office and protesting.

Karen Bass

When I was in my early 20s, I studied tae kwon do and hapkido. I earned brown belts in both of them.

Karen Bass

My father was from the South and turned me into a news junkie at a very early age. I would sit and watch TV with him.

Karen Bass

I have been a lifelong community activist and frankly did not dream of being in public office.

Karen Bass