Senate candidates Barbara Lee, Katie Porter and Adam Schiff They want to reach the United States Senate, so they have presented their perspectives, proposals and lines of work, as well as their concerns and priorities for the American community, touching on topics such as housing, communities of color, migration, education, health, economy, daycare centers, ecology and the environment, topics that will determine the future of the country.
In a forum held by Ethnic Media Services, the candidates had the opportunity to introduce themselves and share their proposals and ideas, as well as their way of working and answer open questions.
Veteran California Democratic Sen. Dianne Feinstein has died at age 90, leaving a tough spot to fill, and the race to fill that U.S. Senate seat is now underway, with 27 candidates vying for the post.
In this forum, Barbara Lee of District 12, California, said she grew up in El Paso, Texas, and comes from a migrant community, so she is no stranger to migration issues, which she said are extremely important to her, as well as issues related to the environment, since she saw firsthand the problem of garbage that impacted communities of color.
She grew up with a stepmother who was Japanese but spoke Spanish, and with this, she understood more closely the diversity of the communities; later they went to live in California, where they thought they would have more opportunities, and that freedom and racism were minimal.
“I wanted to be a cheerleader at school, but I didn't meet the selection requirements and had to seek help to change the process so that girls of color could participate.“, Barbara Lee commented.
He said he really knows how to deal with the problems that California has because he has faced those same situations and challenges for a long time, and because of his life experiences he knows the needs of the community.
“I support undocumented workers because they are a very important part of our economy, they deserve to be treated fairly and the processes must be fair and humane… I support everyone having Medi-Cal“Lee added.
For his part, Adam Schiff, from the 30th District, commented on the border package that included funding for Ukraine, saying that he does not agree, since he believes that it is not worked from a border policy.
He also believes that a real package must include other communities and areas that truly foster the country's growth.
“TWe must take a leadership role to protect our institutions, such as the press“Schiff added.
Adam Schiff came to California as a child seeking the American dream. His father was a businessman and had the opportunity to give them a place to live with dignity, with the opportunity to study and progress, so he wants to give a life like that to all Californians.
She has fought against pollutants, as well as for voting rights and for bills to make health care a civil right. She is involved in issues affecting the African-American, Asian-American, and Latino communities. Another issue that interests her is the fight against gun violence.
“I protect the planet, I protect democracy, I want to make sure people can afford housing, pay for child care; I care about representing everyone and I'm going to make sure I represent every Californian.”, Schiff stressed.
The Senate candidate said he will fight to bring resources to California that are distributed equitably and directed to communities of color. He also supports the LGBT+ community and seeks to elevate women, men, and young people of color, “all communities.”
Katie Porter, from the 47th District, commented that for her, one of the main functions of Congress is oversight, and this should involve asking for answers, “because politics is not just about giving speeches, but asking for answers.”
“I have never sold out, I am the only elected official in this political race who has never received money from packages for corrupt decisions, and you can see the results in the work I do, in how I manage Congress, holding people accountable.“, he commented Porter.
The candidate wants the federal government to invest in communities so that people can buy a home, and she wants to fight against the damage caused by the distribution of political territories, while working on a plan to have decent housing and more opportunities.
Porter supports and admires the work of women in the Afro-descendant and Latina community because she knows their great work in advancing rights and spaces, which is why she supports them to continue opening spaces for diverse communities.
The candidates agreed on the importance of voting and choosing who will represent the voices of California, so they called on people to register and exercise their right to vote.
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