First of all, we must reform how our city works. And we must rebuild a city that works better for everyone, that calls LA home. In January, we saw thousands of Angelenos evacuate from their homes in Sylmar, in Hollywood, in Brentwood, in Encino, in Sherman Oaks, and of course, in Palisades, where tragically, 12 people lost their lives. Thousands lost their homes. A traumatic loss, not just of property, but of memories, of sanctuary, of. Of community. Our city and county firefighters heroically answered the call. (06:33–06:55)
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