LOS ANGELES — In the 76 seconds it took to recite an oath of office, Lindsey Horvath was transformed into one of the most powerful players in California politics. In fact, few positions in American municipal politics confer as much sweep as the one Horvath assumed Monday.
That's what it means to become a Los Angeles County supervisor.
At 40 years old, Horvath will be the youngest woman ever to step into the role. The former West Hollywood council member will represent the 3rd District, a massive 431-square mile swath of Los Angeles County that includes parts of the San Fernando Valley. She goes from representing one of the smallest cities in the county — a population of about 35,000 spread over just 1.9 square miles — to a district representing nearly 2 million people.
