Candidate for California State Senate - District 26 in 2026 California Primary Election.
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Get StartedTo secure California’s creative future, we must modernize our approach as the industry changes, and ensure AI does not encroach on people's jobs. Hollywood today is more than traditional film and television—it includes digital content, live experiences, gaming, and a highly technical workforce. What it means to work in entertainment includes many definitions, and our policies must evolve to reflect this new reality. That means expanding and updating our tax credit programs, streamlining permitting, and investing in training programs that reflect the industry's future. Learn more
Many working class families are struggling to sustain themselves and their communities across Los Angeles. Too many working families are working long hours, raising children, and contributing to their communities yet still struggling to get by. Access to education and career pathways can be transformational, with a college degree or a union apprenticeship changing the trajectory of an entire family. That’s why I’m committed to leveling the playing field so that every worker, regardless of where they live or what they earn, has a real shot at economic mobility and stability. I believe in building strong pipelines to good-paying jobs. My focus will be on creating equitable workforce development initiatives that connect youth and adults to careers in high-growth industries—including green jobs, technology, and skilled trades. Learn more
California must actively work to alleviate unnecessary burdens and streamline the bureaucratic processes that can inflate budgets and timelines. We need to foster stronger collaboration between the state and local governments to create a more film-friendly environment at the community level. Providing resources and best practices to local film commissions can empower them to efficiently support productions and navigate local regulations. Learn more
California’s future depends on a skilled, educated workforce that reflects the full diversity of our communities. That means breaking down barriers to college and career training for low-income students, first-generation college students, and people of color. It means aligning our educational system with the jobs of tomorrow—clean energy, advanced manufacturing, healthcare, and construction—so that workers are prepared to lead in our changing economy. And it means ensuring that no one has to choose between supporting their family and pursuing their dreams. Learn more
We must make higher education and technical training truly affordable and accessible for all Californians. That starts with reducing the extreme financial burdens students face—from tuition and textbooks, to housing and food insecurity. It also means broadening the definition of success beyond four-year degrees. We need to invest in more pathways to high-quality, in-demand careers, including apprenticeships, community college programs, trade certifications, and good-paying union jobs that offer long-term growth and stability. Learn more
We need to direct meaningful funding toward climate resilience before we hit our 2030 climate “point of no return”. For every dollar we fail to spend today, Californians will pay six to ten times more in emergency response, infrastructure failure, and public health crises. We must address the state’s most pressing environmental issues and ensure that every community—especially those historically underserved—has clean air, access to green space, and a voice in shaping climate and environmental policy. Learn more
As the federal government mass eliminates housing programs, we must protect the housing tools we already have and work even harder to address our state housing crisis. We need a bold housing agenda that centers equity and inclusion and helps our most vulnerable populations–seniors on fixed incomes, veterans, and those on the brink of homelessness–that means reforming outdated zoning laws to allow more multi-family and affordable housing, especially near transit and job centers. We must prioritize inclusive development that reduces segregation and gives low-income and working-class families a chance to decide where they want to live — not just where they can afford to be. This is how we build communities that are diverse, sustainable, and connected. Learn more
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