Spencer Pratt Makes Surprising Comparison to Barack Obama—Here's Why
Spencer Pratt's Mayoral Run
Spencer Pratt is comparing his experience to that of former President Barack Obama as he runs for mayor of Los Angeles. Despite his background in reality TV, he sees himself as a viable candidate.
Comparisons to Obama
During an interview with NBC Los Angeles on May 8, Pratt highlighted his community awards, drawing parallels to Obama's early career as a community organizer. He stated that like Obama, he could advance politically despite unconventional beginnings.
Pratt reiterated this stance to CBS News on May 7, pointing out the lack of experience both he and Obama had before their political careers began.
Addressing Critics
In discussions over his reality TV past, Pratt described himself as a "community advocate" and dismissed the label of "reality star." During a recent debate, Councilwoman Nithya Raman referred to him as a "MAGA Republican," but Pratt maintains that his support network in Los Angeles is predominantly Democratic.
An Independent Campaign
Pratt claims independence in his campaign, without party backing or traditional campaign management. He declared his aim to get more than half the votes in the upcoming election, emphasizing local issues such as safety and infrastructure improvements.
The bid for mayor follows devastating wildfires in Los Angeles that destroyed thousands of homes, including his own. At a public event, Pratt criticized the city's systems as broken and vowed reform.
He announced his candidacy in January 2026 with support from notable figures like Joe Rogan and Kristin Cavallari. Jonathan "FoodGod" Cheban expressed hope for change if Pratt were elected.
