runoff
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As of this writing, the race for the second runoff spot, the one that would put Pratt on the November ballot against incumbent Karen Bass, remains genuinely uncertain.
From Salon • Jun. 6, 2026
Meanwhile, county prosecutor John McKinney tapped into voter frustration with homeless encampments, a blighted downtown and general distrust of City Hall to pull off a last-minute heist of the second runoff spot.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 5, 2026
Peru's leftist presidential contender told AFP Friday that he wants "respectful" relations with US President Donald Trump, extending an olive branch ahead of Sunday's tight runoff election.
From Barron's • Jun. 5, 2026
Bass has enough votes in the primary election to make a Nov. 3 runoff, the AP said, where she will face either reality TV star Pratt or City Councilmember Raman.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 5, 2026
The nitrogen runoff has creating a “hypoxic,” or dead, zone in the Gulf that is as big as the state of New Jersey—and still growing.
From "The Omnivore's Dilemma" by Michael Pollan
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