What if those close encounters with your community's struggles are just life preparing you to become the change you want to see? 

In this episode, I'm truly honored to welcome Senator Susan Rubio. Senator Rubio was elected to the California State Senate to represent District 22 in Los Angeles County. She is the first Latina Chair of the Senate Insurance Committee and is on the Senate leadership team as Assistant Majority Whip. She was born in Juarez, Mexico, and is the proud daughter of a former bracero worker and a housekeeper. She attended East Los Angeles College and later earned a Master's Degree in Education from Azusa Pacific University. 

Throughout our conversation, you'll hear about Senator Rubio's journey into politics, how her role as a public school teacher for 17 years influenced her decision to become a politician, and how she navigated the transition from public educator to legislator. You'll also hear about Senator Rubio's work on protecting domestic violence victims, the improvements she and her team have made so far, and the things she is working on to change soon.  

Additionally, you'll hear about Senator Rubio's plans to propose a comprehensive immigration reform to ensure families' health and well-being, her tips and advice on how amigas can handle their shit, and more.

Tune in to Episode 166 of Amiga, Handle Your Shit, and learn more about this incredible Latina's commitment to improving the lives of thousands of people in District 22.

In This Episode, You Will Learn:

• About Senator Rubio's background and how she got into politics (6:00)
• How Senator Rubio navigated the transition from public educator to legislator (11:40)
• How hard it is to bring people together in politics (15:20)
• Senator Rubio talks about her work on protecting domestic violence victims (22:00)
• What to say and what to avoid saying to domestic violence victims (27:30)
• Senator Rubio explains the need for redefining domestic violence (32:10)
• Tips and advice on how amigas can handle their shit (41:20)

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