Navigating Political Challenges as a Young Latino Representative - Andy Vargas
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12/04/23 • 53 min
Andy Vargas serves in the Massachusetts House of Representatives for the 3rd Essex District, his home city of Haverhill. Formerly a Haverhill City Councilor, elected at age 22, Andy rose to the State House winning a special election in 2017, becoming the first Latino representative elected for his district. In the legislature, Andy serves as Vice Chair of the Joint Committee on Economic Development and Emerging Technologies, and has championed issues of education, public health, housing, inclusive entrepreneurship, climate justice, and public safety.
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Summary:
Ever wondered about the journey of a minority politician navigating his way through the political maze? Come join us as we unravel the story with our guest Andy Vargas, a state representative from Massachusetts, who provides an intimate glimpse into his life and journey in politics. Born and raised in a feisty Dominican family, Andy inculcated his political interests early on, ultimately leading him to his calling in serving people and bridging gaps between the US and Latin America.
The second half of our discussion provides a deep dive into the power of local politics and the issue of brain drain. Andy shares his experiences of returning to his hometown of Haverhill to run for city council, and his internships that ranged from the US Embassy in Madrid to the White House. Hear about how he founded a political action organization, navigating through local politics, and the importance of studying abroad. Andy's experiences reveal the potential impact and passion individuals can harness at the local level to effect change.
And finally, we dive into the often-overlooked side of politics - campaign financing and work-life balance. Andy peels back the political curtain and shares the reality of campaign donations in Massachusetts alongside the task of striking a balance between a demanding job and political duties. He elucidates on the pressures faced by immigrants and young Latino politicians in a field often scrutinized by bias. His story concludes with a meaningful insight into the challenges and victories of being a politician and the power of making a difference in one's community.
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Andy Vargas serves in the Massachusetts House of Representatives for the 3rd Essex District, his home city of Haverhill. Formerly a Haverhill City Councilor, elected at age 22, Andy rose to the State House winning a special election in 2017, becoming the first Latino representative elected for his district. In the legislature, Andy serves as Vice Chair of the Joint Committee on Economic Development and Emerging Technologies, and has championed issues of education, public health, housing, inclusive entrepreneurship, climate justice, and public safety.
www.repandyvargas.com
Summary:
Ever wondered about the journey of a minority politician navigating his way through the political maze? Come join us as we unravel the story with our guest Andy Vargas, a state representative from Massachusetts, who provides an intimate glimpse into his life and journey in politics. Born and raised in a feisty Dominican family, Andy inculcated his political interests early on, ultimately leading him to his calling in serving people and bridging gaps between the US and Latin America.
The second half of our discussion provides a deep dive into the power of local politics and the issue of brain drain. Andy shares his experiences of returning to his hometown of Haverhill to run for city council, and his internships that ranged from the US Embassy in Madrid to the White House. Hear about how he founded a political action organization, navigating through local politics, and the importance of studying abroad. Andy's experiences reveal the potential impact and passion individuals can harness at the local level to effect change.
And finally, we dive into the often-overlooked side of politics - campaign financing and work-life balance. Andy peels back the political curtain and shares the reality of campaign donations in Massachusetts alongside the task of striking a balance between a demanding job and political duties. He elucidates on the pressures faced by immigrants and young Latino politicians in a field often scrutinized by bias. His story concludes with a meaningful insight into the challenges and victories of being a politician and the power of making a difference in one's community.
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How Do You Say Success in Spanglish? - Navigating Political Challenges as a Young Latino Representative - Andy Vargas
Transcript
This is Raul Lopez , and you're listening to . How Do you Say Success in Spanglish ?
Raul LopezThe path to success isn't easy For minorities and people of color . Many attempt to join you with little to no guidance . Join me as I sit down with individuals who share their stories of perseverance so that together we can learn how to say success
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