Columbus City Council candidate Jesse Vogel joins us on the podcast to reflect on his legal work in eviction defense and what led him to run for office. He talks about the challenges families face raising kids in Columbus, and his priorities around housing, education, transportation and labor.

Jesse also shares how working with immigrant communities has shaped his approach to public service and addresses the significance of the District 7 seat, and shares how he hopes to advocate for communities through policy and direct support, regardless of whether he reflects their identity.

• 00:00 The State of Public Education
• 03:32 Background, The Decision to Run for Office
• 06:11 Working in Eviction Defense and Advocating for Residents
• 08:43 The Challenge of Navigating Systems
• 12:15 Growing Up in Bexley, Coming Back to Columbus
• 16:47 Why Volunteers are so Engaged
• 21:07 Housing Policy and Tenant Protections
• 32:09 Transportation Vision for Columbus
• 34:50 The Importance of Unions
• 39:38 Supporting Children, Universal Pre-K and Childcare
• 47:37 Police Accountability and Non-Police Response
• 51:15 Advocating for Immigrant Communities, Jewish Heritage
• 01:00:43 Representation and Earning Trust
• 01:07:42 Engagement in His Campaign

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