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[[File:Mayor_Karen_Bass_official_portrait_(crop_3).jpg|thumb|Mayor Karen Bass official portrait (crop 3)]] {{short description|American politician and social worker}}
 
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{{Infobox person
| name = Karen Bass
| name = Karen Bass
| image = Karen Bass, official portrait, 116th Congress.jpg
| image = <!-- Image goes here -->
| office = 43rd Mayor of Los Angeles
| caption = <!-- Caption goes here -->
| term_start = December 12, 2022
| predecessor = Eric Garcetti
| office1 = Chair of the House Foreign Affairs Subcommittee on Africa, Global Health, Global Human Rights and International Organizations
| term_start1 = January 3, 2019
| term_end1 = January 3, 2023
| office2 = Chair of the Congressional Black Caucus
| term_start2 = January 3, 2019
| term_end2 = January 3, 2021
| predecessor2 = Cedric Richmond
| successor2 = Joyce Beatty
| office3 = Member of the U.S. House of Representatives from California's 37th district
| term_start3 = January 3, 2013
| term_end3 = December 12, 2022
| predecessor3 = Laura Richardson
| successor3 = Sydney Kamlager-Dove
| office4 = Member of the U.S. House of Representatives from California's 33rd district
| term_start4 = January 3, 2011
| term_end4 = January 3, 2013
| predecessor4 = Diane Watson
| successor4 = Henry Waxman
| office5 = 67th Speaker of the California State Assembly
| term_start5 = May 13, 2008
| term_end5 = March 1, 2010
| predecessor5 = Fabian Núñez
| successor5 = John Pérez
| office6 = Member of the California State Assembly from the 47th district
| term_start6 = December 4, 2004
| term_end6 = November 30, 2010
| predecessor6 = Herb Wesson
| successor6 = Holly Mitchell
| birth_name = Karen Ruth Bass
| birth_date = {{Birth date and age|1953|10|3}}
| birth_date = {{Birth date and age|1953|10|3}}
| birth_place = [[Los Angeles]], [[California]], U.S.
| birth_place = [[Los Angeles, California]], U.S.
| occupation = [[Politician]], [[Social Worker]]
| office = [[U.S. Representative]]
| party = [[Democratic Party (United States)|Democratic]]
| party = [[Democratic Party (United States)|Democratic]]
| education = [[San Diego State University]] (BS)
| profession = [[Social worker]], [[politician]]
}}
}}


'''Karen Ruth Bass''' (born October 3, 1953) is an American [[politician]] and [[social worker]] serving as the 43rd [[Mayor of Los Angeles]]. She previously represented [[California's 37th congressional district]] in the [[United States House of Representatives]] from 2013 to 2022. A member of the [[Democratic Party (United States)|Democratic Party]], Bass also served as the 67th [[Speaker of the California State Assembly]] from 2008 to 2010.
'''Karen Ruth Bass''' (born October 3, 1953) is an American [[politician]] and [[social worker]] serving as the [[U.S. Representative]] for [[California's 37th congressional district]]. She is a member of the [[Democratic Party (United States)|Democratic Party]].


== Early life and education ==
== Early Life and Education ==
Bass was born in [[Los Angeles]], [[California]]. She attended [[San Diego State University]], where she earned a Bachelor of Science degree in health sciences. She later pursued a career in social work, focusing on issues such as child welfare and family services.
Karen Bass was born in [[Los Angeles, California]]. She attended [[California State University, Dominguez Hills]], where she earned a [[Bachelor of Science]] degree in [[health sciences]]. She later received a [[Master of Social Work]] from the [[University of Southern California]].


== Political career ==
== Career ==
=== California State Assembly ===
=== Social Work ===
Bass was elected to the [[California State Assembly]] in 2004, representing the 47th district. She served as the 67th [[Speaker of the California State Assembly]] from 2008 to 2010, becoming the first African-American woman to hold the position. During her tenure, she focused on addressing the state's budget crisis and improving healthcare access.
Before entering politics, Bass worked as a [[social worker]] and was involved in community organizing. She founded the [[Community Coalition]], an organization focused on addressing social and economic issues in South Los Angeles.


=== U.S. House of Representatives ===
=== Political Career ===
In 2010, Bass was elected to the [[United States House of Representatives]], representing [[California's 33rd congressional district]]. After redistricting, she represented [[California's 37th congressional district]] from 2013 to 2022. In Congress, she served on the [[House Committee on Foreign Affairs]] and the [[House Committee on the Judiciary]]. She was also the chair of the [[Congressional Black Caucus]] from 2019 to 2021.
Bass was elected to the [[California State Assembly]] in 2004. She served as the [[Speaker of the California State Assembly]] from 2008 to 2010, becoming the first African-American woman to hold the position.


=== Mayor of Los Angeles ===
In 2010, Bass was elected to the [[United States House of Representatives]], representing [[California's 37th congressional district]]. She has been re-elected multiple times and has served on various committees, including the [[House Committee on Foreign Affairs]] and the [[House Judiciary Committee]].
Bass was elected as the 43rd [[Mayor of Los Angeles]] in 2022, succeeding [[Eric Garcetti]]. As mayor, she has focused on addressing homelessness, improving public safety, and promoting economic development.


== Personal life ==
== Political Positions ==
Bass has one daughter. She is known for her commitment to social justice and community service.
Bass is known for her work on [[healthcare reform]], [[criminal justice reform]], and [[foreign policy]]. She has been an advocate for [[affordable housing]], [[education]], and [[social justice]].


== See also ==
== Personal Life ==
* [[List of mayors of Los Angeles]]
Karen Bass is a resident of [[Los Angeles]]. She has one daughter, Emilia Bass-Lechuga, who tragically passed away in a car accident in 2006.
 
== See Also ==
* [[California State Assembly]]
* [[California State Assembly]]
* [[United States House of Representatives]]
* [[United States House of Representatives]]
* [[Democratic Party (United States)]]


== References ==
== References ==
{{Reflist}}
* [https://www.house.gov/representatives/karen-bass Official House of Representatives Biography]
* [https://www.communitycoalition.org/ Community Coalition]


== External links ==
== External Links ==
{{commons category}}
* [https://bass.house.gov/ Official U.S. House website]
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* [https://www.karenbass.com/ Campaign website]
 
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| before = Laura Richardson
| after = Sydney Kamlager-Dove
| years = 2013–2022
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| before = Diane Watson
| after = Henry Waxman
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[[Category:Democratic Party members of the United States House of Representatives from California]]
File:Mayor Karen Bass official portrait (alt crop).jpg|Mayor Karen Bass official portrait
File:Karen Bass and Diane Watson in 2010.jpg|Karen Bass and Diane Watson in 2010
File:Karen Bass speaking in support of Black Dreamers.jpg|Karen Bass speaking in support of Black Dreamers
File:Martin Luther King Jr. station dedication 2.jpg|Martin Luther King Jr. station dedication
File:Karen Bass, 2021.jpg|Karen Bass, 2021
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Karen Ruth Bass (born October 3, 1953) is an American politician and social worker serving as the U.S. Representative for California's 37th congressional district. She is a member of the Democratic Party.

Early Life and Education[edit]

Karen Bass was born in Los Angeles, California. She attended California State University, Dominguez Hills, where she earned a Bachelor of Science degree in health sciences. She later received a Master of Social Work from the University of Southern California.

Career[edit]

Social Work[edit]

Before entering politics, Bass worked as a social worker and was involved in community organizing. She founded the Community Coalition, an organization focused on addressing social and economic issues in South Los Angeles.

Political Career[edit]

Bass was elected to the California State Assembly in 2004. She served as the Speaker of the California State Assembly from 2008 to 2010, becoming the first African-American woman to hold the position.

In 2010, Bass was elected to the United States House of Representatives, representing California's 37th congressional district. She has been re-elected multiple times and has served on various committees, including the House Committee on Foreign Affairs and the House Judiciary Committee.

Political Positions[edit]

Bass is known for her work on healthcare reform, criminal justice reform, and foreign policy. She has been an advocate for affordable housing, education, and social justice.

Personal Life[edit]

Karen Bass is a resident of Los Angeles. She has one daughter, Emilia Bass-Lechuga, who tragically passed away in a car accident in 2006.

See Also[edit]

References[edit]

External Links[edit]

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