Congressman Tony Gonzales is on a mission to protect his constituents from the fentanyl coming across the border, he is working to help the people of Uvalde heal, and he is helping presidential candidates see the border up close and personal. He also thinks Congress needs to spend more time on “legal” immigration so that people have pathways to come to this country. Catch his comments on these issues and so much more in this episode.

Topics and Questions Covered:

• (2:02) - Gonzales’ trip to Mexico City to visit with the President of Mexico, Andrés Manuel López Obrador
• (05:57) - Bringing presidential candidate Nikki Haley on a border delegation trip.
• (07:58) - Haley's comments about Congressman Gonzales and his interaction with President Biden and the White House.
• (12:37) - Nikki Haley's second clip and what can Congress reasonably get done about immigration and the border crisis?
• (15:10) - President Clinton's take on illegal immigration during 1995 SOTU address.
• (20:50) - How Congress will tackle smugglers and illegal immigration.
• (25:26) - The next President of Mexico, the size of 23rd congressional district, and how Uvalde is doing.
• (29:40) - Why Gonzales voted for the Safer Communities Act.
• (33:27) - What Congressman Gonzales is looking for in the next presidential nominee.

Links and Resources:

• @RepTonyGonzales
• @NikkiHaley
• @lopezobrador_
• @txbiz
• https://oese.ed.gov/bipartisan-safer-communities-act/
• https://nikkihaley.com

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Louis Barrios was born into a life of service.  He serves his creator, his family, his community and his customers.  His work ethic is both inspiring and infectious, and he has worked alongside his sister Diana to build the Los Barrios family enterprise into the successful business it is today.  We talk to Louis about the challenges of being in the restaurant industry, and learn how he and his sister overcame the challenges from a pandemic shutdown. 

Links and Resources:

• https://www.losbarriosrestaurant.com/
• @BarriosLouis
• @BeyondTheBiteEA

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With the recent failed merger attempt between the San Antonio Chamber and the North San Antonio Chamber, we pull back to the 30,000 foot level and ask the broad question of what role should a chamber play in San Antonio, and whether our leading chambers are fulfilling that role.  We also ask the broader question:  Are our local chambers in the business of advocacy and if so, what is the current state of the advocacy of business community issues.

Links and Resources:

• https://www.sachamber.org/
• https://www.northsachamber.com/
• @PaulBasalduaTX
• @AldreteCristina
• @BeyondTheBiteEA

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This episode delves into the pitfalls, dangers and unintended consequences of Proposition A, and lessons learned from Portland, Seattle, Tacoma, San Francisco, Chicago and Austin. The more people learn about how Prop A incentivizes theft of property, services and damage to property, the more they are opposed to it.

Links and Resources: 

• https://sanantoniosafe.org/
• https://www.protectsa.net/

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Beyond the Bite is a podcast hosted by Eddie Aldrete that explores the stories behind the business community of San Antonio and South Texas. Eddie interviews job creators, business leaders, and community pillars, offering unique perspectives on the economic drivers of the region. With decades of experience at the intersection of business, public policy, and politics, Eddie is known for his advocacy efforts and relationship building. Tune in to Beyond the Bite to discover the stories that shape our region’s future.

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