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.