Bad City Apr 2026

Has anyone else read this? Let’s talk about that ending in the comments. 👇

Is it just me, or is [Your City] having a "Bad City" week? 🫠 Bad City

Just finished reading Bad City by Paul Pringle, and I’m still reeling. It’s a chilling look at how institutional power in Los Angeles was used to protect predators and silence the truth. Has anyone else read this

It’s more than just a scandal; it’s a masterclass in investigative journalism and a warning about what happens when leadership prioritizes reputation over human lives. 🫠 Just finished reading Bad City by Paul

You don't come here to save the city; you come here to survive it.

Pringle details the deep-seated corruption surrounding a USC dean and the internal battles at the LA Times to get the story published.

The city is split into districts constantly at war over trade rights and dwindling resources. The metro isn't for people; it's for moving black-market goods under the noses of the elite.