LA Times Today: In a city rocked by corruption, Ridley-Thomas’ conviction brings public tributes, not scorn
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When city councilmember Mark Ridley-Thomas was found guilty in a federal corruption case last month, the response from L.A.’s political establishment was markedly different from other city hall scandals. There was an outpouring of tributes instead of scorn and derision.
L.A. Times city hall reporter David Zahniser and L.A. Times columnist Erika D. Smith discuss Mark Ridley-Thomas’ legacy and the reactions to his fall from grace.
L.A. Times city hall reporter David Zahniser and L.A. Times columnist Erika D. Smith discuss Mark Ridley-Thomas’ legacy and the reactions to his fall from grace.