In this episode, David sits down with two inspiring district interns, Jacián Arreola, a Southwestern College transfer student heading to UCLA, and Izayah Ringfield, a South Bay native currently attending Yale University double-majoring in Political Science and Black Studies. 

Join the conversation as these next-generation changemakers discuss:
Their pathways through community college and higher education.
The real-world impact of California legislation, including AB 91 (cross-border student tuition relief) and AB 664 (bachelor’s degree programs at community colleges like Southwestern College).
The daily hands-on experience of working in a district office and helping South San Diego constituents directly.
Why youth engagement in local government is essential for the future of Chula Vista, Barrio Logan, and the entire 80th Assembly District.

Whether you're interested in public policy, community college transfer pathways, or local South Bay politics, this episode offers a raw and candid look into how dreaming big and working hard creates real progress.

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Timestamps
00:00 – Intro: Youth Engagement & District Internship Program
00:38 – Meet the Interns: Educational Backgrounds (Southwestern College to UCLA & Yale)
01:38 – Why Pursue a Local Government Internship?
02:43 – Bipartisanship in Sacramento & How Small Bills Make Big Impacts
03:18 – Discovering Assemblymember Alvarez & The Impact of AB 91
05:04 – Future Career Aspirations: Public Policy, Constituent Services & Running for Office
08:21 – Community College Transfer Success: AB 664 & Higher Education Access in South Bay
12:07 – Education as a "Second Home": Local Education Pathways & Public vs. Private Universities
15:10 – What’s Next: Community Events, Sacramento Trips & The Young Legislators Program 

 

In this episode, David sits down with two inspiring district interns, Jaci&aacute;n Arreola, a Southwestern College transfer student heading to UCLA, and Izayah Ringfield, a South Bay native currently attending Yale University double-majoring in Political Science and Black Studies.&nbsp;
Join the conversation as these next-generation changemakers discuss:
<ul>
<li>Their pathways through community college and higher education.</li>
<li>The real-world impact of California legislation, including AB 91 (cross-border student tuition relief) and AB 664 (bachelor&rsquo;s degree programs at community colleges like Southwestern College).</li>
<li>The daily hands-on experience of working in a district office and helping South San Diego constituents directly.</li>
<li>Why youth engagement in local government is essential for the future of Chula Vista, Barrio Logan, and the entire 80th Assembly District.</li>
</ul>
Whether you're interested in public policy, community college transfer pathways, or local South Bay politics, this episode offers a raw and candid look into how dreaming big and working hard creates real progress.
🔔 Don't forget to Like, Subscribe, and hit the Notification Bell to stay updated on new episodes!
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Timestamps
<ul>
<li aria-level="1">00:00 &ndash; Intro: Youth Engagement &amp; District Internship Program</li>
<li aria-level="1">00:38 &ndash; Meet the Interns: Educational Backgrounds (Southwestern College to UCLA &amp; Yale)</li>
<li aria-level="1">01:38 &ndash; Why Pursue a Local Government Internship?</li>
<li aria-level="1">02:43 &ndash; Bipartisanship in Sacramento &amp; How Small Bills Make Big Impacts</li>
<li aria-level="1">03:18 &ndash; Discovering Assemblymember Alvarez &amp; The Impact of AB 91</li>
<li aria-level="1">05:04 &ndash; Future Career Aspirations: Public Policy, Constituent Services &amp; Running for Office</li>
<li aria-level="1">08:21 &ndash; Community College Transfer Success: AB 664 &amp; Higher Education Access in South Bay</li>
<li aria-level="1">12:07 &ndash; Education as a "Second Home": Local Education Pathways &amp; Public vs. Private Universities</li>
<li aria-level="1">15:10 &ndash; What&rsquo;s Next: Community Events, Sacramento Trips &amp; The Young Legislators Program&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
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Dreaming Big | Working Hard with David Alvarez is a podcast about people, policy, and the power of opportunity. Hosted by California Assemblymember David Alvarez, each episode dives into the issues shaping our communities, from housing and education to economic and environmental justice. Through candid conversations with policymakers, community leaders, and everyday changemakers, David explores how dreaming big and working hard can create real, lasting progress.

Dreaming Big | Working Hard with <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/alvarezsd/">David Alvarez</a> is a podcast about people, policy, and the power of opportunity. Hosted by California Assemblymember David Alvarez, each episode dives into the issues shaping our communities, from housing and education to economic and environmental justice. Through candid conversations with policymakers, community leaders, and everyday changemakers, David explores how dreaming big and working hard can create real, lasting progress.

Dreaming Big | Working Hard

Dreaming Big | Working Hard with David Alvarez is a podcast about people, policy, and the power of opportunity. Hosted by California Assemblymember David Alvarez, each episode dives into the issues shaping our communities, from housing and education to economic and environmental justice. Through candid conversations with policymakers, community leaders, and everyday changemakers, David explores how dreaming big and working hard can create real, lasting progress.

To know more visit: http://davidalvarez.com/

Dreaming Big | Working Hard with David Alvarez is a podcast about people, policy, and the power of opportunity. Hosted by California Assemblymember David Alvarez, each episode dives into the issues shaping our communities, from housing and education to economic and environmental justice. Through candid conversations with policymakers, community leaders, and everyday changemakers, David explores how dreaming big and working hard can create real, lasting progress.
To know more visit: http://davidalvarez.com/