In this episode, Assemblymember David Alvarez interviews Ulizes Sanchez, a firefighter at San Diego’s Station 12 and Vice President of Bomberos de San Diego. Ulizes shares his inspiring journey from Barrio Logan to public service, reflecting on representation in the fire department, the power of mentorship, and how his nonprofit is building safer, stronger communities through outreach, scholarships, and CPR training.

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Key moments from this episode: 

 00:00:00 - Firefighter Dreams in Barrio Logan

00:03:37 - Getting the Cadet Call at 17

00:06:08 - The Birth of Bomberos de San Diego

00:09:28 - Representation and Role Models

00:11:22 - Giving Back: Holiday Meals & Toys

00:13:26 - Investing in Youth Through Scholarships

00:16:56 - Free CPR & Emergency Training for All

00:19:43 - How Communities Can Be Prepared

00:24:08 - Public Service as a Way of Life

00:27:34 - Advice for the Next Generation

 

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