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A Conversation with Houston City Council Member Alejandra Salinas

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On this episode of Hobby Talks, Hobby School Dean Jim Granato sits down with Alejandra Salinas, the newest at-large member of the Houston City Council. They discuss how her early advocacy, from organizing a high school walkout to speaking at the 2012 Democratic National Convention and serving as president of the College Democrats of America, shaped her belief in using her voice to serve others. Salinas shares what inspired her to run for public office, her vision for City Hall, strategies for making local government more accessible, and advice for students pursuing public service careers. She also discusses working collaboratively with various stakeholders, using data to guide policy, and addressing Houston’s most pressing challenges. Salinas won a special election in December 2025. She is the first LGBTQ+ Latina elected to serve on the Houston City Council. In addition to her work in public office, Salinas is an attorney and a partner at Susman Godfrey.

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00:01:20What aspects of the office have been most rewarding?
00:02:40How does your background translate to your policy agenda at City Hall?
00:03:50How are you thinking about balancing public safety, legal constraints, and community trust?
00:09:04What have you learned about building coalitions and working across perspectives to advance initiatives?
00:10:57How are you working to make local government more accessible?
00:13:09How does the state and national political landscape influence the way you approach decision-making at City Hall?
00:14:38In what ways does data drive your policy discussions and solutions?
00:16:05How do you identify where local government can make the greatest impact?
00:17:39Tell us about your public service journey.
00:20:57What advice do you have for our students who want to make a difference in public service?

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