Santa Barbara City Councilman Oscar Gutierrez talks the NEW City Council that will be sworn in Tuesday, Jan. 11, and gives his thoughts on former Cathy Murillo and the ways she influenced him. Gutierrez offers a view of his platform, including his efforts to help businesses in his District, including the 400 block of State Street, which recently saw the closure of J.J.s Diner. Gutierrez also shares his personal story, growing up on Santa Barbara's Westside, the son of immigrant parents who worked in the fields as farmworkers, as well as janitors and housekeepers. Gutierrez also sheds some light on the discrimination and micro-aggressions he has faced at City Hall. Toward the end he shares information on his experience at The Channels, the Santa Barbara City College newspaper, and touches on his political future. Please like and subscribe to this podcast and write a review. To support journalist and college instructor Josh Molina, visit his website, SantaBarbaraTalks.com

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08 Jan 2022