Real Talk with Zuby #388 Seneca Scott - Progressive Ideas Are Destroying America
Nov 7, 2025
Seneca Scott, a former union organizer turned community advocate from Oakland, shares his journey from labor activism to urban farming and running for office. He discusses the impact of progressive policies on communities, the dangers of civic disengagement, and the necessity of responsible leadership. Seneca critiques the effects of policy shifts on crime and housing, advocates for grassroots participation, and reflects on the importance of civic debate in healing societal divisions. His insights spotlight the urgency of reclaiming community trust through active engagement.
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From Union Boss To Urban Farmer
- Seneca Scott described his rise from labor organizer to East Bay director of SEIU 1021 and his deep involvement in strikes and contract negotiations.
- He burned out on labor work and pursued cooking and urban farming as restorative passions.
Building A Radical Community Garden
- Seneca co-founded an urban farm in Oakland that became a vibrant, low-cost community festival and third space.
- He used events to resist gentrification by making them accessible and welcoming to longtime neighbors.
Stabilize Before Diagnosing
- When a social crisis is acute, prioritize immediate stabilization before debating root causes; triage the emergency first.
- Treat urgent homelessness like medical triage: stabilize people so they survive, then address underlying issues.
