L.A. Mayor Karen Bass Talks Presidential Election at ‘Shirley’ Premiere: “This is Life and Death”

Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass attended the Netflix premiere of John Ridley's "Shirley" with admiration for Shirley Chisholm and support for her friend, Representative Barbara Lee. Bass hoped the film would inspire young women and highlight Chisholm's impact on the Congressional Black Caucus. She also emphasized the film's potential to raise awareness about Chisholm's legacy and civic engagement during an election year.