AFP via Getty Images “For the past week, our Los Angeles region has been ravaged by catastrophic wildfires,” Whitworth said to start his speech. “Over 150,000 people have been evacuated.

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"The courage and bravery of our firefighters and our first responders prove that real-life heroes live among us," Whitworth continued. "But I believe in the people of Los Angeles. We are strong.

"I believe in the people of Los Angeles," Whitworth said. "We are strong. We will not be defined by this devastation. We will rebuild L.A. hand in hand together. For as long as it takes ...