Spencer Pratt exuded confidence following a successful performance in his initial mayoral debate, expressing to CBS that a significant portion of his supporters are Democrats. He is optimistic this backing will enable him to clinch 51% of the vote in the upcoming June primary.
“Everyone I know — my family included — are Democrats. I grew up in Los Angeles and attended Crossroads. All my congratulatory messages last night came from Democrats,” he explained to CBS’ Adam Yamaguchi.
During his debut interview on network television, Pratt, a registered Republican, emphasized his ability to resonate with residents of Los Angeles across party lines by concentrating on local concerns rather than engaging in political grandstanding.
“I avoid national and tribal politics, and I don’t comment on other states. My focus is on local matters. I aim to improve our streets, ensure the lights are functioning, and enhance community safety,” Pratt stated. “I am determined to prevent our tax funds from being misappropriated by corrupt NGOs that exacerbate homelessness.”
Pratt acknowledged that his campaign faces opposition from a select few.
“It’s just the socialists and communists who are not in my corner. Still, I’m confident about securing a 51% victory on June 2nd because my campaign isn’t about pushing political agendas,” he shared with the outlet.
Pratt is riding a wave of momentum following Wednesday’s debate, with a new online NBC Los Angeles poll showing 89% of voters picked the reality star is the clear winner in the fiery showdown.
While the Palisades Fire was catalyst behind Pratt’s mayoral run, the reality star used his time on stage Wednesday to attack LA Mayor Karen Bass and City Councilwomaan Nithya Raman on a range of topics — from homelessness, drugs, crime and the cost of living.
Even some Democratic strategists are acknowledging Pratt should be taken as a serious contender after his dominate debate performance.
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“Spencer Pratt made me laugh, not because he made any jokes but because he had answers that resonated with Angelenos,” tweeted Michael Trujillo, a former senior adviser to Hillary Clinton who also served as her California field director during the 2008 presidential race. “The dude is a vibe check for the entire city.”
Trujillo said the questions becomes whether Republicans actually turnout to vote — Pratt, however, seems to think he already knows the answer.
“So I have Democrats love me, Republicans love me, Independents love me, Libertarians love me, Constitutionalists love me,” he told the outlet.
The interview with Pratt will run in full Friday on CBS Mornings.
