ABOUT THIS EPISODE
In 2024, Republican Leticia Castillo defeated Democrat Clarissa Cervantes in one of California's closest Assembly races. Now, two years later, the two candidates are facing off again.In this episode of Latino Free Minds, we sit down with Assemblywoman Leticia Castillo to discuss her first term in Sacramento, her legislative record, and the challenges of representing her district in a Legislature dominated by Democrats.From fighting government waste and protecting parental rights to eliminating state income taxes on tips, supporting small businesses, addressing Medi-Cal fraud, and expanding career opportunities for students, we take a closer look at the legislation she's introduced and what happened to those proposals.We also discuss her personal journey from licensed psychotherapist to elected official, her experience working across party lines, and her vision for California's future.What has she accomplished? Why have so many of her bills stalled? And what does she hope to achieve if voters give her another two years in Sacramento?Join us for an in-depth conversation about leadership, accountability, and the future of California.
