Episode

Dissembling in the Dark

Podcast: LA Podcast
Published: Apr 13, 2026
Duration seconds: 3058
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Summary

Mike, Rachel, and Laura reveal the troubling story of the Neighbors First dark money network that’s mucking up LA City Council elections, including previously unreported details. Then: the latest in the ongoing Measure ULA saga, and a potential new progressive revenue stream for housing and basic services in the city of Long Beach.