Lateefah Simon

Lateefah Simon, Congresswoman from California's 12th district and a passionate advocate for education and social justice, shares her recent experience when a rogue individual blocked Congress members from entering the Department of Education. She discusses the impact of congressional efforts to prevent Trump's and Musk's attempts to dismantle crucial government agencies. The conversation emphasizes the importance of accountability in government, community engagement, and the ongoing struggle for educational equity, especially for marginalized children.

Ezra Levin, co-founder of The Indivisible Project, highlights the importance of grassroots movements against Trump's aggressive policies. Rebecca Solnit shares insights on the power of language and emotional resilience in activism. Lateefah Simon discusses Democratic strategies in engaging constituents and critiquing political dynamics. Together, they explore the need for community involvement and clear messaging to reclaim citizenship and foster unified resistance against an administration impacting marginalized communities.

Lateefah Simon, a MacArthur genius and former BART board member, and Sam Liccardo, ex-mayor of San Jose, discuss their new roles as U.S. House representatives. They share insights on balancing personal relationships in a bipartisan Congress and their commitment to tackle housing and childcare issues. Both stress the importance of reconnecting the Democratic Party with voters and advocating for marginalized communities. They also explore innovative solutions in the Bay Area's tech and biotech sectors while aiming for unity in addressing societal challenges.