Los Angeles Council Censures Members Amid Racism Scandal

Los Angeles Council Censures Members Amid Racism Scandal

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The Los Angeles City Council faced controversy after members were recorded making racist comments. The Council voted to censure the three members involved, a move that is symbolic but adds pressure on two members who have not resigned. Council President Nury Martinez resigned after the recording was made public, while Kevin de Leone and Gil Sedillo continue to serve.

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What pressure is being added to the two councillors who have refused to resign?

Public opinion

Legal action

Council's censure

Media scrutiny

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

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What was the reaction of Kevin de Leone and Gil Sedillo after the censure?

They resigned

They continued to serve

They were dismissed

They held a press conference